There are very few things that are truly life-changing, but becoming a parent is certainly one of them. If you are expecting a child then you know that there’s going to be a lot of work, very little sleep and tons of organizing to do. (more…)
Parents: Have the students in your life made summer plans yet? Students: Can't think past finals? Summer Storage Might be the last thing on your mind. We know how exciting and stressful the end of a school year can be. Whether you are looking forward to a relaxing summer break, getting ready for a big trip, or starting an exciting internship - the big question before any of this commences is: "Have you or your student made the necessary plans to leave college campus for the summer?" That's right! We’re talking about moving out of a college living space. Whether it's a dorm-room, a fraternity/sorority house, or off-campus housing, moving day is coming soon. Box&Co can help make the process of moving out for the summer very easy! Here are…
Looking for a reason to get organized? We’ve got a great way to get motivated coming up soon! Spring is coming and spring cleaning is as American as apple pie. The first appearance of warmer weather is a perfect opportunity to air out your home and get things in order. A lot of stuff can pile up indoors during the winter months and let’s face it, you may just need an excuse to finally take care of that long-delayed major house cleaning. (more…)
Logistically speaking it’s probably the most difficult season of the year. Winter can present a lot of problems. There are fewer daylight hours, unpredictable weather that makes travel difficult and it can make you feel claustrophobic. It can be a particularly difficult time if you’re planning a move or if you have a small living space and can’t store items outside. (more…)
We hate to say it, but those visions of sugar plums aren’t dancing in your head anymore. The holidays are over. The presents have been unwrapped and some have been returned. The visits to friends and relatives have stopped and even all the leftovers are gone. Traditionally, holiday decorations are supposed to come down on either January 5th or 6th, but let’s face it, a lot of people haven’t taken their decorations down and we all know that family that still has their decorations up until Memorial Day. Ways to Make Post-Holiday Storage Easy At Box&Co, we know it’s difficult to get motivated to put those decorations away, but we’re all about making storage easy and we want to share a few ways that you can make your post-holiday storage…
It’s time to admit it. It’s going to get a whole lot colder before it’s going to get warmer. If you still have your summer clothes in your closet and your winter clothes are unreachable, it’s time to catch up with the season. If you need to do a closet swap or get organized, it’s time to get moving, and Box&Co On Demand Storage can help make that swap run smoothly. (more…)
Best Way to Store and Pack Sports Equipment At Box&Co On Demand Storage, we help people store all sorts of different items and we make it convenient. One of the most common things our customers ask us to pick up for storage is sports equipment. It makes sense, most sports are seasonal and while you need your uniform and equipment for a few months, there’s a good part of the year that they’re unused. That’s where we come in. Box&Co Is the Easiest Way to Store Box&Co On Demand Storage gives you the easiest solution to your storage problems. And you don’t even have to leave your home. All you have to do is go to our website or call us and order containers and/or bulk items. We’ll bring you…
Moving out of the dorms for the summer? Here are some tips to make the process a little easier! Get a head start on packing I know what you are thinking. Why would I pack my clothes if I'm going to wear them? A great idea is to start packing your winter items that you would not normally wear during the spring months and put them in a bin under your bed. It is beneficial so you have less clothes to manage and your closet will feel less cluttered during your final weeks of the semester. Eat up! Use all of your leftover meal swipes Look through your food, throw out what is bad and eat whatever is left! Make sure to go to the cafeteria and use your meal swipes. Your parents…
Clearing your clutter can be a very difficult task. You'll spend hours putting things in trash bags, listing them on eBay/Amazon, deciding what items you do or don't need to keep. Organization can also be a big issue when throwing away items or even taking out items you need for the spring. Here is a list of spring cleaning tips and new organization ideas for your home/apartment to make this season's cleaning a little less excruciating! Let's Start with the Kitchen Time to clean out the fridge! Your first task is to dispose of all expired fruits, vegetables, dairy products, or other foods. Once you've cleared out the old products, the best way to actually clean your refrigerator is by using a combination of salt and soda water. The bubbling…
Moving in together is a big step for any couple. Before you even begin learning the ins and outs of each other’s home behavior you have to figure out how to merge all of your belongings in one place! It's not even just merging both your items together, it's really about trying to fit everything into that tiny studio apartment. If you’re about to take this big step and move in with your significant other, here are some tips for merging two separate apartments into one joint one. Decide on what you will keep, toss, and donate together. Resist Doubling Up on Items When it comes to the things you each own beds, sofas, dressers, etc., you'll more than likely have to decide which to keep and which goes on…
