Landlord Mistakes You Should Never Make
When it comes to being a landlord, a lot of responsibility rests on your shoulders – not only do you need to keep good tenants in your property, you need to ensure the house is maintained well and make sure you put measures in place to prevent the tenants from damaging your property. In short, […]
Read MoreUsing Your Mobility Scooter On Public Transport: What You Need To Know
There are bound to be certain times in which using public transport is simply the most convenient and fastest way to get from A to B. However, when you rely on your mobility scooter for your independence, navigating public transport can be difficult in some situations. Below, we’ve put together some tips to help you […]
Read MoreIt’s Cheaper To Buy Self-Storage Insurance Online 9 Times Out Of 10, Research Reveals
Do You Have a Self-Storage Unit? You could be saving a lot of money by swapping your insurance provider from the storage unit itself. Customers who buy storage insurance through their self-storage firm are routinely overpaying by an average of three times more than they could get elsewhere. Shocking research conducted by Surewise this year […]
Read MoreSurewise Joins Forces with Blesma: Empowering Lives and Restoring Independence
We are thrilled to officially announce that Surewise has partnered with Blesma, The Limbless Veterans Charity. The Surewise team has long admired the inspiring work that Blesma does around the UK, supporting serving and ex-service men and women who have lost limbs. We are excited to join forces with an organisation that shares our values […]
Read MoreThe Self-Storage Industry Is Booming with £1bn- Revenue Amid UK Housing Crunch
The cost of living crisis is affecting millions of people across all areas of their lives – from food to mortgages and rent. One potentially surprising outcome of the housing crisis, in particular, is that it has driven up the £1bn-a-year boom in self-storage. The reasons for this surge lie largely in the fact that […]
Read MoreHow To Organise Your Self-Storage Unit For Easy Access
If you’ve previously rented a self-storage unit, you know how important it is to keep your belongings organized for easy access. Whether you’re storing seasonal items, office documents, or household items, it can be challenging to keep track of everything and find what you need when you need it. That’s why having a system in […]
Read More7 Helpful Tips To Keep Your Mobility Scooter Secure
Protect your scooter from theft or vandalism with these 7 easy and practical tips that will deter thieves and ensure you can always track your scooter.
Read More10 Self-Care Practices for Care Workers
Featuring 10 self-care tips for carers plus signposting some fantastic resources for mindfulness and well-being, this article is aimed towards carers, social care staff, and personal assistants looking to create a bit more space in your life for you. As a care worker, your job revolves around taking care of others, but what about you? […]
Read MoreWill Robots Ever Be Used In Care?
Could robots ever realistically be used in care? A UK project seems to believe so – here we can examine the potential benefits.
Read MorePreparing and Protecting Your Home from Heatwave Damage
Your home should be your sanctuary, but it can be uncomfortable – even dangerous – in periods of intense heat. As temperatures continue to rise due to climate change, it is imperative for homeowners to take proactive measures to protect their homes from the effects of heatwaves. In this comprehensive guide, we will provide you […]
Read MoreHow To Start Your Mobility Scooter Without A Key
Many of us are all too familiar with that feeling of dread when you realise you’ve misplaced your keys. For mobility scooter users, that dread goes a step even further, because if you’re out in public, you’re faced with no way to get home. If you’ve found yourself in the unfortunate position of losing your […]
Read MoreUsing QR Codes for Safe and Organized Storage
Keeping your belongings organized and safe is important whether you’re moving home, storing seasonal clothing, or sentimental items. One way to do this is by using QR printing kits. You can buy these handy little gadgets cheap on Amazon, and they can save you so much time when retrieving or unpacking your items. There are […]
Read MoreSelf-Storage Guide
There are many reasons why you might need a self-storage unit at some point. You might be moving home or renovating, or you might be going through a major life event and need someone secure to store some belongings. Regardless, it can be stressful to navigate the world of self-storage at times. How do you […]
Read MoreIs it Expensive to Advertise on Zoopla, Rightmove & PrimeLocation?
(..And how do you list online property? ..see below!) Don’t you hate it when the answer is: It depends? It seems like such a cop-out. Unfortunately, it is usually the only answer because of all the different factors at play. Read below to find out the cheapest way to advertise property online that’s right for […]
Read MoreFrom Storage Units To Success: 7 Businesses That Built Their Fortune Out of Storage Units
Are self-storage units the new garage where humble start-ups quickly expand into multi-million dollar businesses? It certainly appears so. Here, Surewise shares the stories of international businesses that started from storage units and rapidly rose to success. The self-storage industry is one sector that defied the odds during the pandemic and actually saw significant growth, […]
Read MoreWorking From Home Insurance
Working remotely was, in the past, something only a small minority of workers were able to experience. Since the pandemic, however, the way businesses operate has changed completely – in 2023, the norm for millions of companies is to offer the option to work remotely or at least offer a hybrid week. In fact, businesses […]
Read More10 Spring Activities For Seniors
Research has shown that regular exercise and a proper diet can keep you happier and healthier for years, so all of us should be aiming to get a little more active each day this year. This list of spring activities for seniors will help older people, who may at times struggle with mobility, stay active […]
Read MoreThe State of Self-Storage UK: 2022/23 Study
The most common reason for using self-storage in 2022 was to move home, a new study from Surewise has revealed – although 18% of respondents would consider using self-storage to create more space in their existing home due to the expense of moving house. The study, conducted on over 2,500 UK adults, revealed that over […]
Read MoreHow to Complain about your Letting Agent
Letting agents can be heaven-sent – arranging all rentals on your behalf and dealing with your tenant’s complaints, or from the other side of the same coin, liaising with the landlord on your behalf. However, a bad letting agent can be far worse than managing your rental property or properties yourself. If you have had […]
Read MoreCarers and Mental Health Survey: The Impact of the Cost of Living Crisis
Almost 1 in 2 carers agree that the current cost of living crisis has had a negative impact on their mental health, while 70% of carers surveyed are not confident they will make it financially through the next year, a recent survey from Surewise has revealed. With millions of people facing economic uncertainty in the […]
Read MoreClimate Controlled Self Storage – What Is It And Why Might I Need It?
When you are storing certain valuables, there is more to consider than merely their protection under lock and key. Like our bodies, our possessions can suffer adverse reactions to changes in environmental factors like heat and humidity. Luckily there is a solution: climate-controlled self-storage. This article tells you exactly what it is and which items […]
Read MoreTypes of Self-Storage Facilities Available in the UK
Self-storage units come in various forms, each with its advantages and disadvantages. If you’ve been thinking about hiring a storage unit, it can be helpful to first decide what type of facility best suits your needs in order to save money, get the right insurance, and most importantly, keep your belongings safe. The types of […]
Read MoreWhen Is The Most Popular Time To Move Home?
Moving home is a unique mixture of excitement and stress. The anticipation of a new chapter in your life, and the reality of all that packing and unpacking. The average person in the UK will move 8 times in their lifetime. This article has researched the most popular seasons and times to move home, plus […]
Read MoreMoving House is Stressful: Why Self-Storage Can Help
With the UK’s house prices falling and 12% of 18-34-year-olds in the UK expected to downsize next year in the face of rising rents, the inevitable stresses of moving homes will be facing many of us. Self-storage can be a real lifesaver when that time comes. Here’s why… Self-Storage Can Make Your Home More Sellable […]
Read MoreHow To Prevent Mobility Scooter Theft
Mobility scooters offer a vital lifeline to anyone struggling with their mobility. It seems staggering that anyone would stoop so low as to steal them and deprive their owners of this precious means of independence, but mobility scooter theft is becoming increasingly common- with more than 23,000 reported stolen over the last 18 months. The […]
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