Self-storage has become an increasingly popular solution for individuals and businesses needing additional storage space. However, as we strive to reduce our carbon footprint and promote sustainability, it’s important to consider the environmental impact of our storage practices. In this blog, we will explore the topic of sustainable storing and how self-storage plays a crucial … Continued...
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If you’re considering using a self-storage unit to store your belongings, choosing the right size is one of the most important decisions you’ll have to make. Fortunately, Kangaroo Self Storage has a variety of unit sizes to choose from, from 1.5m2 to more than 46.45 m2! Choosing the right unit size is important to ensure … Continued...
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Fundraising for our corporate Charity partner, Maggie’s Centres, got a shot in the arm last weekend. Lee, our store maintenance manager, raised over £1,500 for Maggie’s Centres. Of course – he did his fundraiser in a style all his own. Lee organised a 24hr Darts Marathon in his local pub, The Hooton Arms in Eastham … Continued...
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As an estate agent or property manager, your job is to help your clients buy, sell, rent or manage properties. However, the process of buying or selling a property can be overwhelming for clients, and they may need additional services to make the process smoother. This is where our self-storage comes in! Our self-storage for … Continued...
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As the final days of school roll around, you will be looking forward to your next steps, and for many, that means moving to a new city to start university. Moving out is one of the most stressful things you will encounter, packing up all your belongings and saying goodbye to your childhood room. It … Continued...
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If all that clutter that seems to have piled up over the winter months has pushed you to breaking point, it’s probably time for a good clear out, and what better excuse for a spring clean than, well, spring? We’ve all heard the saying, ‘a tidy home is a tidy mind,’ but you might be surprised … Continued...
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Spring is always exciting for the team here at Kangaroo Self Storage as it marks a transition into the season of new beginnings. The arrival of spring symbolises fresh starts and new opportunities, making it the perfect time to showcase your organisational skills and gear up for a busy season ahead, especially if you’re a … Continued...
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We’ve done it – again. Kangaroo Self Storage has been awarded the Feefo Platinum Trusted Service Award. An independent seal of excellence, the award recognises businesses that consistently deliver a world-class customer experience. Feefo established the Trusted Service Awards in 2014 to recognise brands that use the platform to collect verified reviews and receive … Continued...
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Here at Kangaroo Self Storage, we’re proud to have helped company owners from an extensive range of industries with all their self-storage needs. Through our experience, we have discovered many advantages of self-storage for almost all business sectors. We’ve already explored how retail, events, and office-based businesses benefit from self-storage, so today, we’re following up … Continued...
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Kangaroo Self Storage is expanding its services in Carlisle on the back of increasing customer demand, and a duo of award wins. The self-storage company based in Kingstown Industrial Estate has expanded its services, adding over 7,000sq ft of storage space to support local businesses and householders in the Carlisle area struggling for space. The … Continued...
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Kangaroo are thrilled to announce the opening of yet another storage store! This time, Roo and the gang have hopped over to Carlisle, and over the past few weeks, we’ve settled in quite nicely. The city is thriving and proven as a popular place to reside, study, and start a business, which is why we … Continued...
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Now that we’re into 2023 and the lull of January has hit, you might still be thinking about how to tackle the year and achieve your goals. For some people, setting goals for the new year means losing weight, reading more, or giving up smoking. But goals don’t have to be about stopping or starting … Continued...
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Trading Standards Scotland Rolls Out Scheme to Target Criminals Dealing in Counterfeit Goods Trading Standards Services across Scotland have teamed up with colleagues in England and Wales and the UK Intellectual Property Office (IPO) to launch a new initiative aiming to reduce the appeal of self-storage facilities to criminals who deal in counterfeit and other … Continued...
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Christmas, although the most wonderful time of the year, can be stressful, financially demanding, and time-consuming. Trying to organise gifts, family visits, and food everyone will enjoy is challenging, but don’t fear; Kangaroo Self Storage is here to help! Not only can we offer some extra space with our household storage facilities, suitable for storing … Continued...
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As it gets closer to the depths of winter, now is the time to sort out your home, so it’s ready for those cold, long months ahead, and Kangaroo Self Storage is here to help. When we say goodbye to the last of the family visitors over Christmas and put away the fold-up bed, table … Continued...
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For the sixth year running, St Barnabas Church, Bromborough Village, is providing food & gift hampers to local families – and even their pets. The project which began by helping eight families from one local school, has grown each year and now plans to help around 60 families from across the parish area. Donations of gifts … Continued...
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Self-storage is advantageous no matter what time of year. It allows us to make space during renovations and redecorations, store bulky and expensive items, and shield outdoor belongings from the elements. But is this more useful during the winter when the weather is harsher and protecting items becomes a necessity? We’re helping to answer this … Continued...
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Many businesses from an extensive list of industries can benefit from self storage, and here at Kangaroo Self Storage, we have been lucky enough to provide our services to many different companies over the years. From construction businesses to salon owners, we meet all kinds of people and hear their stories about how our self … Continued...
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As leading providers of self storage across Scotland and North West England, we’ve had the pleasure of meeting people from a wide range of industries. However, despite working in different environments, they all want the same thing: the security and convenience of self storage units. Today, we’re looking into businesses in the events sector and … Continued...
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We’re expanding our troop in Altrincham and have a couple of Customer Service Assistant roles available now, both full-time and part-time. So, if you’re customer–focused, supportive, and a great team player, there could be just the role for you. You’ll be based at our state-of-the-art storage centre on Craven Road in Altrincham, helping the team … Continued...
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With so many “Storage Wars” shows and the exposition they offer self-storage, there are many reasons people often avoid them. For example, fear of hoarding, discovering the unknown from previous rentals, and so much more, we felt the need to debunk some of the more common myths and untrue facts that many of our customers … Continued...
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Here at Kangaroo Self Storage, we help a wide range of different company owners from an extensive list of business sectors. We have decades of experience in business self storage and understand the fantastic benefits our self storage units can bring to company owners no matter their industry. So, today, we’re exploring how our storage … Continued...
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Moving home is often considered one of the most stressful times in your life. Whether from one accommodation to the next or going back home for the holidays, it is often the bain for most students’ university experience. Being a student, it often feels like you spend much of your year moving to a fro. … Continued...
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There is an extensive list of reasons why your business may need some extra space. Perhaps you’re looking to relocate and need more room to breathe while you get ready to move, or maybe you work from home and have found that the lines between work and play have blurred. Whatever it is, it’s easy … Continued...
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With its ambitious plans for improved customer service, Kangaroo Self Storage has advanced one step further by joining more local Chambers of Commerce – in Glasgow and on The Wirral. Kangaroo has been a proud member of the Chamber in Dundee and Angus for many years and the store manager in Dundee, Graham Neville said; … Continued...
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We’re here for you. No matter what your circumstances are or what life events you’re going through, expected and not, our self storage facilities can provide you with relief. Our self storage stores have a wide range of household storage options to suit all requirements, whether you need permanent or temporary storage space. There are … Continued...
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The Self Storage Association, of which Kangaroo Self Storage is proudly a member, is the principal trade association representing self-storage operators in the UK. It sets and upholds the standards for our industry, acts as a forum for discussion and debate between members, and conducts industry-specific research that we can use to understand our customers … Continued...
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Meet Helen, Helen Prior is our Group Operations Manager here at Kangaroo Self Storage and she has been with us since April 2010. She started as a part-time Store Assistant in the Bromborough store during her university years whilst she was studying for her History degree and then her Master’s in Museum Studies. However, she … Continued...
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Kangaroo Self Storage has taken a further step forward in its bold ambition for growth in a strategic acquisition that sees the company gain a foothold in Cumbria, creating a link between its base in Scotland and stronghold in the North West of England. The self-storage company has acquired the Carlisle site of Box … Continued...
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If you run a business, you may have a lot of stock that is taking up room in your home or place of work that you just don’t realistically have the space for anymore. Self storage is the ideal solution for small businesses with inventory they need to keep safe and secure but don’t want … Continued...
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As the university year comes to a close, many student accommodation tenancies will be coming to an end. Whether you’re heading home for the summer, going travelling or moving everything to your new digs, moving out of student accommodation can be stressful. Not only do you need to pack up everything you own – including … Continued...
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Many small businesses start in the home, at the kitchen table or in the spare bedroom where there’s no rent to pay and fewer costs than leasing a commercial space. The ability to set up and run a small business from home has given so many people the kickstart they need to build a successful … Continued...
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Many of us live in small spaces, and with it come issues with storage. Modern studio apartments, flats, and small new builds often lack the square footage commonly associated with older, larger properties and don’t always come with ample built-in storage. As a result, keeping things tidy and uncluttered can often be challenging, particularly if … Continued...
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Whether you’ve just bought your first home and it’s a fixer-upper, you’ve got a modern, blank space that you want to add character to, or you’ve simply grown bored of your current décor, DIY can help you make your house into a home. If you’ve not done much DIY before, it can be hard to … Continued...
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Kangaroo Self Storage stores across Scotland and the NW of England will be drop off points for donations and contributions to help the people caught in the Ukraine conflict. We are accepting donations for a delivery that will leave on 28th March 2022. Future deliveries will take place in April. As part of a coordinated … Continued...
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Kangaroo Self Storage has once again been awarded the Feefo Platinum Trusted Service accolade. Since 2014, Feefo has recognised the businesses that deliver exceptional experiences, using feedback from real customers. The Trusted Service Awards are unique as they are based purely on feedback from real customers. This means they are a true reflection of … Continued...
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When running a small business, having a suitable space to work from or to accommodate everything you need to operate is crucial to success. You may start just running your business from a room in your home, but as things develop, you could find stock encroaching into other areas of your house and find yourself … Continued...
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It’s not often you see a kangaroo on the streets of an English town – but that’s just what Warrington has seen recently. Roo has been getting familiar with some of the landmarks across town as she settles into the area. What’s more, Roo has some good news for anyone in need of storage. If … Continued...
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Christmas is fast approaching, and with it comes the inevitable mountain of cardboard you’ll accrue as the postman starts delivering all the presents you’ve ordered online. Of course, you could stuff all that cardboard into your recycling box and be done with it – but before you do, consider using some of it to make … Continued...
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There’s no arguing that moving house is incredibly stressful, disrupting your life and moving everything you own to a new location is hard work – but it can also be strenuous on pets, both large and small. With so much going on during a home move, it can be easy to forget how much of … Continued...
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If you’ve found yourself in a position where you’re considering renting out a self-storage unit, the next question you need to ask yourself is how much self-storage space do you actually need? Whether you’re going through a house move or decluttering, are a student moving back home from university, or you need somewhere to keep … Continued...
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If you’re planning a move to Scotland, you could do a lot worse than choosing Edinburgh as your new home. The country’s capital is compact, charismatic, and bursting with culture. Edinburgh is full of beautiful historic buildings, winding alleys and cosy pubs, and the locals are so friendly you’ll never feel alone. Known as the … Continued...
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Whatever you collect – records, figurines, comic books, trading, vintage toys or anything in between, your collection is probably your pride a joy. Memorabilia collections are the culmination of years of searching, haggling and patience and most people want to keep their collectables in mint condition whenever possible. Today we’re going to explore how to … Continued...
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We are delighted to let you know that Kangaroo Self Storage has gained the highest service award by well-known review site, Feefo. All our self storage stores across Scotland in Edinburgh, Glasgow and Dundee have won the Feefo Platinum Trusted Service award. An independent seal of excellence, the verified award recognises businesses for delivering … Continued...
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As Coronavirus guidelines ease, the following measures remain in place across our stores as we continue to safeguard the health and safety of our staff, customers and suppliers. Kangaroo Self Storage encourages you to get in touch with your store team directly if you have any questions. They can be reached on T: 0800 012 … Continued...
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Cardboard boxes are an essential part of any house move – it’s hard to do it without them! Once the move is over though, you’ll likely be left with mountains of empty boxes that are taking up a lot of space and getting in the way in your new home. If you’ve rented out self … Continued...
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Beloved actor, comedian and writer Stephen Fry once said, “Dundee’s setting is probably more extraordinary than any other city in Scotland or Britain. It is about ideal, as ludicrously ideal, as any city setting could be.” – and we agree wholeheartedly! The city holds a special place in our hearts – Kangaroo Self Storage in … Continued...
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Kangaroo Self Storage started life in Dundee, with the first storage centre opening in 2005. Since then, the company has continued to grow, offering business, student and household self storage in Glasgow, as well as Edinburgh and Dundee. In this series of blogs, we’re going to take a closer look at some of the cities … Continued...
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Did you know you can run a business from a storage unit? At Kangaroo Self Storage, we offer plenty of units for clients in need of business storage, as well as clients who need office space or somewhere to keep their stock. You don’t have to let paperwork overtake your home – instead, opt for … Continued...
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Here at Kangaroo Self Storage, we are delighted to offer our customers incredible service when they store their belongings with us. It’s why we have such great reviews from so many people. We continually strive to improve our services wherever possible, and now we’re delighted to announce that we’ve done just that. We want to … Continued...
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Moving to a new house is a very exciting but scary time. Moving to a new place brings massive life changes, there are so many things to do in preparation. Giving yourself plenty of time to prepare for any issues, however, can help minimise stress....
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Do you have belongings piling up that need to go into storage, but you don’t know what size storage unit to get? Well, today, we’re going to help you discover what fits in a storage unit here at Kangaroo Self Storage, so you know what kind of unit you need. All our units are clean, … Continued...
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Kangaroo Self-Storage has just appointed Bryan Lee as our new Chief Financial Officer. Bryan has almost 25 years of experience in industry and commerce and has held leadership positions in a range of businesses, from household names to those private-equity-backed and family-owned....
Read More At Kangaroo Self Storage, we’re always looking for ways to make our self-storage services as convenient as possible for our customers. We don’t believe that putting things in storage needs to be a hassle, which is why we’re delighted to introduce our new online check-in system. Instead of calling to book a storage unit, you … Continued...
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At Kangaroo Self Storage, we believe in offering our customers the best possible service. Whether you’re looking for domestic storage, student storage or business storage, our customers are at the heart of everything we do. So, we will always endeavour to meet and surpass your expectations. Take a look at how essential customer service is … Continued...
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The number of businesses online has been rising for a long time. 2020 saw a boom in online businesses like no other. According to Growth Intelligence, more than 85,000 businesses launched online stores or joined the online marketplace in the first few months following the first lockdown. In a post-pandemic era, businesses need to be … Continued...
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We’ve supported charities within the Kangaroo Self Storage group with up to £3,777 in donations and discounted storage throughout 2020. To ensure that our charities can provide support across the area, we’re also delighted to offer one of our vans to help with any logistical needs. At each of our stores across the country, our … Continued...
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The team here at Kangaroo Storage would like to wish all of our valued customers a very Merry Christmas & a Happy New Year! It means the world to us that you choose to use our services, and we have been working tirelessly to ensure your storage solutions haven’t been interrupted despite the challenging year … Continued...
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Moving to a new house can be a very stressful time, but also exciting – and self-storage can help every step of the way. Putting your belongings into storage can save time and money, and provide a safe place to store your things while you focus on moving home. At Kangaroo Self Storage, we’ve helped … Continued...
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When starting a new business, every penny counts, which is why so many new companies start at home. Working from home can save you money, but you can quickly run out of space, especially with the whole family spending more time at home these days. Renting or outright buying an office space is a costly … Continued...
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At Kangaroo Self Storage, we have a wide range of storage options available for those who need business storage, domestic storage and student storage. So, you can be assured that you will always be able to find what you need with Kangaroo. However, as we have so many different kinds of storage option, it can … Continued...
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As the UK lockdown starts to ease and businesses can get back to operating fully, you’re probably making plans to ensure that you’re premises are compliant with the latest guidelines. Here is where you could benefit from flexible business storage. Surplus furniture in your place of business may make it tricky to ensure that customers … Continued...
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Short-term storage is perfect for those who only need storage space for a few days or weeks and who do not want to be tied into a lengthy contract. At Kangaroo Self Storage, we believe that our customers should not be paying for a unit for longer than they need it. So, that’s why we … Continued...
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Everything we know about office working is changing. While many people would already work from home, the coffee shop or a bench, they still typically had a permanent office base to go to. However, because of Coronavirus, traditional office requirements are changing. Many people who thought working from home was impossible due to the nature … Continued...
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With business everywhere having to make some stark changes recently, there has never been a better time to consider business storage for your company. Covid-19 has completely transformed the way businesses in every sector operate. From more stringent hygiene regimes for those in offices and other traditional places of work, to new rotas to accommodate … Continued...
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Read MoreCan you help us at Kangaroo Self Storage to name our new mascot? We’re looking to give a name to our reimagined kangaroo mascot, and we need your help. That’s why we’ve decided to put it to the public and ask you to vote for your favourite name for our furry friend....
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Working from home can help you to boost your productivity, especially because you don’t have a commute or travel costs; this makes it a great option for small business owners or sole traders. However, working from home can have some downsides too – mainly, how difficult it is to focus if there are distractions around … Continued...
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For many business owners, this is a time of much uncertainty. Carrying on as normal as possible may seem difficult, or downright impossible, with everything that’s going on at the moment; however, while there is no denying that things have changed, one thing hasn’t: you can still run your business from your storage unit....
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How much useless junk do you have stuffed away in your attic? Do you really need it all? Attics are such an underutilised space that have so much potential. Imagine having a whole room that gets used for nothing more than letting boxes of Christmas decorations and old photo albums get dusty. That wasted space … Continued...
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At Kangaroo, we like to keep our customers updated on changes we make to our stores. And we’re delighted to announce that our Edinburgh store has more space available to rent. It’s now bigger and better than ever!...
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At Kangaroo Self Storage, you will find the perfect storage unit for your business. Whether you own a start-up, run a charity or an established business, our business storage units in Edinburgh, Dundee and Glasgow can help you to run your company. But how do you make sure you pick the right kind of storage … Continued...
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Putting up the Christmas decorations is an exciting time. For many of us, it signals the true start to Christmas, and gets us ready and in the festive mood for the holidays. However, come January when it’s time to take it all down, all that festive joy, time and patience is well and truly gone. … Continued...
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Are you and your partner finally ready to take that big step and move in together? You’ve thought it over, talked through all the emotional aspects and now you’ve decided it’s the right time. But have you thought about the logistics? Combining all your possessions is going to create a mountain of belongings. What will … Continued...
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Christmas is always a busy time of year. So, to help you get organised with your storage, here’s plenty of notice about our opening hours over the holiday season. Our Opening Hours over the Festive Period this year will be: Saturday 7th December 9.00am – 3.00pm Sunday 8th December CLOSED *Our Dundee store will … Continued...
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Scotland is a beautiful country in the United Kingdom with a population of around five and a half million. It has a vibrant, rich history that is both fascinating and complex, dating back as far as the arrival of the Roman Empire. Today, Scotland is known for many things including its stunning countryside, incredible castles, … Continued...
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Self-storage with Kangaroo Self Storage is an affordable way to safely secure your belongings for as long as you need. Using self-storage can make a lot of things easier. It can take that pressure off the move in day during the house moving process; to just having somewhere to put things that you haven’t decided … Continued...
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Charities, bookkeeping and eBay sellers, these are just a few of the different kinds of businesses that can be based in a storage unit. Instead of piling your kitchen table with paperwork or taking over your garage with stock, a storage unit can offer the perfect solution to keeping your work and home life separated. … Continued...
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There are many reasons why you might decide to downsize as you head into retirement. You might want to move closer to your family and friends; your children are now independent adults, and you no longer need a house big enough to accommodate them; you like the idea of having a smaller house to take … Continued...
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Moving into your student accommodation can be daunting. For many, it may be the first time you’ve ever spent any extended time away from home. But fear not, because with some simple decorating tips and tricks, you can make that uni accommodation feel like your very own bedroom in no time! Beat that homesickness with … Continued...
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This Sunday, 15th September, members of our team will become The Smart Kangas for one last time this year. Their aim? To tackle the Edinburgh Kiltwalk, and complete three of the four 2019 kiltwalks. The team is taking part in ‘The Mighty Stride’ – the longest of three walks that make up #KiltwalkEdinburgh. Their 24 … Continued...
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When you look around your home at the sheer number of belongings you own that need to be packed away for a move, it can be incredibly daunting. Suddenly you notice just how much stuff you’ve accumulated over the years. Did you always have four kitchen stools? You could have sworn you only bought three. … Continued...
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7 Essentials to Get Your Home Sale-Ready If you’re getting ready to put your house on the market, you’ll need to ensure your home looks its very best so you can secure a sale, and one that’s at the price your home deserves. So, how do you do it? Declutter Keep Your House Looking … Continued...
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Being a student means many things: late nights, long lie-ins, plenty of coffee, ramen noodles, and making lifelong friends. Another indicator that you’re a real student is just how much stuff you have. When it’s time to move, you may think you’ll fit everything into one car load. But surprise! You have more things now … Continued...
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When starting a family, it’s easy for the organisation of our homes to take a backseat to more important things. But once you’re settled in with a routine and everything’s calmed down, you may look around at the disorganised, cluttered mess that was once your home and ask yourself, what on earth happened? It happens … Continued...
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Are you planning on travelling abroad for a year before entering the world of work? A gap year can be great for self-discovery, to explore new cultures, learn a new language or to just figure out what you want to do once you return home. After studying hard, you’ll want to celebrate your success by … Continued...
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Transforming your house into your dream home with home renovation is an exciting time. If you’re planning to remodel your home, chances are you are eager to get it completed as quickly as possible. However, rushing ahead without careful planning can cost you time and money, not to mention being potentially dangerous. Have a read … Continued...
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With the weather warming up and the last term of University drawing to a close, it won’t be long until you get to relax and enjoy that long summer holiday. For some of you, you may be thinking about spending those free months travelling. Travelling is a great way to enrich your knowledge of other … Continued...
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(LtoR) Chris, CEO of Kangaroo Self Storage with Michael Store Manager for Edinburgh and Fraser, Assistant Store Manager at our Edinburgh Storage Centre for Kiltwalk 2018. This weekend our CEO, Chris and Fraser, Assistant Store Manager at our Edinburgh storage centre become The Smart Kangas. They will be taking part in KIltwalk 2019 – … Continued...
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Moving to a new house comes with many stresses, headaches and inconveniences; there’s so much to sort out and prepare for. Whether you’re upsizing, downsizing or switching from rental to becoming a first-time buyer, moving home is a big undertaking. In addition to letting all the relative authorities know about your move and changing your … Continued...
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So, you’re planning to put your belongings into storage for a big move. Whilst no doubt there’s a huge relief that comes with knowing your things are safely stored away, you still need to deal with packing all your stuff into storage in the first place, and this can seem incredibly daunting. Packing away an … Continued...
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Christmas is just around the corner! If you haven’t realised it already, you definitely will as you make your way in and out of the brightly decorated shops, all lit up to celebrate the festive period. The festive period is an extremely busy time of year for retailers, and we don’t just mean how long … Continued...
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Busy and bustling, market stalls are little hotspots selling delightful goodies and store cupboard essentials in every town. As a market trader, you don’t have the same space as a shop for all your stock and finding a secure location to store it is essential. Self storage could be the perfect storage for market traders. … Continued...
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As a student, there may come a time when you look around you and realise you need to act. There is stuff everywhere and you know it can’t go on. You can’t see your desk, let alone your chair – you need space to study. After-all, that’s why you’re at Uni – right? Take a look … Continued...
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