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Do you love decorating your home to mark a holiday or a special occasions, like a milestone birthday or a graduation? Decorations, ornaments, ribbons, and other decorative items add to the festive atmosphere. You probably have collected a sizable collection of holiday decorations and accessories throughout the years. Decorations are meant to be used for many years, but since they are generally only used for a few weeks out of the year - packing them away effectively can be a great time and space saver! We have compiled a list of our top recommendations for packing and storing seasonal decorations. By following these storage tips, you’ll discover how to store items properly and keep your decor organized so you can display them easily the next time a celebration comes around.

***October is Small Businesses Month at Bow City Storage***. Try us risk free for 1 month! The Calgary entrepreneurial ecosystem is as vibrant as ever. The number of small businesses per capita has grown over the last five years and there is no sign of it slowing down. In fact, 95% of all businesses in Calgary are considered “small” since they have less than 5 employees. Small businesses are present in every sector of the economy, with the largest percentage of small businesses in the Professional, scientific and technical services industry.

Self storage has gained in popularity over the last couple of decades, with many Canadians and Calgarians depending on it to safekeep their possessions while they are moving, renovating, or downsizing. When you begin your search for self storage near you, you will get a list of storage facilities around you. While there are many self-storage facilities in Calgary today, finding the one that suits your needs can become challenging and overwhelming. Here are six key qualities of a good storage facility you should look out for when considering one for yourself.

If you have never rented a storage unit before, you might be overwhelmed by the many types of storage units available, but don’t let that scare you away, here is some information about the different types of storage units available in the Calgary area.