Shopping around and comparing different options is the best way to find affordable storage. If you know you’ll need a longer period of time, some storage facilities will allow you to negotiate a lower monthly rate to ensure a longer tenancy. Other facilities may offer discounts for referrals, meaning if you can get a friend to also rent there, they'll cut you a deal.
Unfortunately, some facilities might not budge on the price, but may be willing to throw in a few perks for free. See what you can do to negotiate for free boxes, storage locks or a moving truck rental.
For more info, check out our blog post on how to get discounts on self storage.