Full-service storage usually has a higher monthly fee than self-storage, but depending on your situation, the cost difference may be worth it.
Self-storage is usually best for long-term storage. You’ll move things into storage yourself by renting a U-Haul or paying for movers, and you’ll put your own lock on the storage unit. You can access it whenever you want and get things out as you need. However, that also means it’s not the most secure storage option since members of the public can also easily access your storage unit. If you choose self-storage, just make sure you invest in decent security for your unit.
Full-service storage is a little more pricey than self-storage. However, the benefit is that full-service storage providers take care of your belongings from the beginning to the end of the process. Movers will pick things up from your home, sometimes even packing them for you, and then bring them back on demand.
The caveat is that you have limited access to your belongings once they are in storage, unlike the 24/7 accessibility of self-storage. Suppose you’re storing valuable items or leaving belongings in storage long-term (while you’re out of town or traveling overseas, for example). In that case, full-service storage is the most secure option available.
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