Fall Into Organization: Tips for Seasonal Storage
Mega Storage
October 22nd, 2025
Fall Into Organization: Simplify Your Seasonal Shift
As the leaves turn on the trees around us here in Maine, we’re reminded that winter is on its way and even bigger changes are on the horizon for our weather. If you’re looking for ideas on how to prioritize your self-storage needs, here are some pointers to help simplify the transition from summer fun to winter wonderland. And Fall is the perfect time to spring into action.
What To Do with Your Summer Gear?
One the best ways to make room at home is to get that summer gear in storage now. Whether it’s in the garage or piling up in the yard, putting it into storage will bring it all into one place so that it can be organized and ready to be brought back out when the snow melts away. Kayaks, beach gear, summer furniture, and camping supplies can all be safely stored away, making sure they are fresh and ready to go after a long Maine winter. Just make sure your items are clean and dry before putting them away to assure they are in the best shape when you need them. Questions about storing your motorcycle? We’ve written some good tips on that, which you can find right here.
Clean Out the Closet
Now that summer is in the rearview mirror, you can shuffle out your wardrobe and bring your warmer clothes to the front. Depending on the amount of space you have at home, you may be able to push the beach shorts or bathing suits into the back. You can save on space by using vacuum sealable bags. Just be sure to wash and dry your clothing before sealing it away. Pro tip: Add a drier sheet to your vacuum bag to help your clothing smell fresh months down the road.
Do you Decorate for the Holidays?
If you’re one for decorating around the house for the upcoming holidays, be sure you know where your decorations are! Whether you’ve kept them in storage or the back of the garage, the last weeks of fall weather are great time to go looking and get them right where you need them. If you keep Christmas decorations stored away bring them up toward the front and send any warm weather décor to the back of your unit. This will prevent you from having to spend time in colder temps looking for the blowup reindeer.
College Life Cleanup
If you’re living the college life, and space is a commodity, evaluate what you have need to keep in your apartment or dorm. A small storage unit can go a long way toward removing clutter and items that you know you’ll want to keep on the long-term. Many storage facilities offer short-term discounts and even month-to-month rentals. If you are hunting for a storage facility to keep your life and (and sanity) in order, ask about these right up front. A clean living space helps keep your mind on what’s important.
Are You Ready for Winter?
It's a great idea to get your winter coats, snow shovels, car brushes, and snow blower ready for the upcoming season. Bring them toward the front of your garage or self-storage unit so that they are ready when they’re needed most. And if you find that they are buried under a Spring and Summer’s worth of other items, take advantage of the milder temperatures now to get them in order.
There’s a common theme in fall storage advice: Make the most of your storage organization now. No one wants to be spending time and energy shuffling boxes and heavy items in the cold when there are so many other important and fun things to do once the snow comes. Do you need a cold weather storage solution as you prepare for the change in seasons? Contact Mega Storage in Holden, Maine to reserve your unit and start preparing for winter today!