For many Americans, Christmas is a magical time of year, and much of that magic comes from experiencing all the colorful Christmas lights on display. After the holidays end, storing all those lights correctly is essential. Keep reading to discover how to store Christmas lights the best way and keep your Christmas season bright year …
This year, National Storage Affiliates is thrilled to participate in the New York Stock Exchange’s Global Giving Campaign that recognizes the charitable efforts of several companies, including ours! In 2022, NSA partnered with Feeding America in an effort to help put food on the table for our neighbors facing food insecurity. The NYSE’s 99th Annual …
Batteries have been around for a long time, powering our lives in a number of ways. Many toys depend on batteries, as well as flashlights, fire alarms, and even the smartphone in your pocket. Although convenient and easy to use, batteries are made with materials that, if not stored correctly, can damage electronics. If you’re …
No other holiday is as centered around food as Thanksgiving. Many people have visions of gravy smothered turkey, cranberries, sweet potato casserole, green beans, mashed potatoes, and pumpkin pie in mind for the November holiday. However, 34 million people face hunger in the United States, including more than 9 million children. Hunger touches every community in …
When moving, most people think about renting a truck, and if they need storage, a self storage unit. Those are some traditional methods of moving and storing your things, but today there’s another option: moving pods. If you’re not sure which route is best for you, we’ve got some facts about moving pods that can …
Since their humble beginnings in the 1970s, video games have become a worldwide phenomenon. Millions of people play video games at home, bringing families and friends together for fun and good times. However, storing video games when you’re not playing them is a challenge. To help, we’ve got expert advice on how to store video …
For many Americans, good food is a way of life. It’s the same here in Wilmington, NC, but the city takes it up another notch entirely! Wilmington is a foodie’s dream, with an abundance of fresh seafood every day of the week. The local restaurants here serve many southern classics, also, as well as savory …
At SecurCare, we see a lot of first-time movers at one of our many storage facilities. When they use one of our clean, secure, self-storage locations, they become first-time storage unit packers. If that’s you, and you’re searching for real-world tips about packing (aka loading) a storage unit, you’re in the right place. We’ve put …
Feeding America and NSA Brands believe that food shouldn’t be an impossible choice. Unfortunately, for many facing hunger, a meal may mean choosing between food and other critical needs. Friends and neighbors who have already been working to overcome the hardships brought on by the pandemic, now face a 10% price increase to buy groceries. …
Moving to Colorado Springs, Colorado, soon? If so, you should consider yourself lucky! Colorado Springs is one of the best cities in America, surrounded by beauty and offering many fantastic amenities. The quality of life in Colorado Springs is off the charts, as are the weather, fresh air, and green spaces. There’s much more to …