There are a variety of things self storage can be useful for:

Personal/Household Storage:

• Moving house - reduce the stress of moving by putting your things out of the way in a secure unit. You can come and go as you please to your self service unit.
• Selling house - clear your home of clutter to make it more appealing to potential buyers. A storage unit helps you present a clean and spacious environment. 
• Renovations and refurbishments - put all your precious and other items away in a secure unit. Makes it easier for workmen to do their work and keeps your items damage free. Overall it is likely to save you money as the works can be done quicker.
• Seasonal storage and sports equipment - some sports equipment are not needed year round. So self storage is useful for this. Sports equipment can be bulky and valuable to a secure unit is ideal. Things like fishing gear, surf boards, bicycles etc are often put in self storage. 
• Free up space and declutter - place items you do use all the time in a secure unit. Could be Christmas decorations, sports equipment, bicycles, motorbikes, inherited things, grown up children's' things.
• Downsizing - if you are moving to a smaller home, a storage unit gives you time to decide what to keep. It is a helpful way to manage belongings without feeling overwhelmed. 
• Vehicle storage (car, motorbike, campervan, etc) - protect your vehicle when it is not in use. A secure unit offers shelter and peace of mind. 
• Inherited things - inheriting belongings can be tricky in terms of where to put it all. Self storage can be a useful place to put some of the things and a good place to sort through what you wish to keep.
• Children leaving home - when children move out, their rooms are often left full. Use a unit to store their things and reclaim the space for a new purpose. 
• Going abroad - rest easy in the knowledge your belongings are out of harms way and kept securely.

Business Storage:

• Office storage - store spare desks, chairs, files or equipment to keep your workspace clear. It is ideal during office moves or refurbishments. 
• Stocks and inventory - manage stock overflow without crowding your main business space. A unit helps keep things organised and accessible. 
• Tradeshows and events - keep banners, stands and promotional materials stored safely between events. Everything stays in one place and ready to use. 
• Charities and clubs - store donated items, seasonal gear or event supplies. A unit helps you stay organised and free up valuable space. 
• Constructions workers and the trades - store tools, materials and equipment in a convenient unit. Helps reduce clutter in vans and keeps your gear secure.