Year: 2016

We're proud to announce the grand opening of our new Montrose location located at 1810 Richmond Avenue. Our new state-of-the-art facility offers 100,000 square feet of storage space to Montrose, Southampton and Boulevard Oaks residents. To celebrate our grand opening, Big Tex Montrose is currently offering two specials: 50% off units for 3 months for short-term rentals or a 1-2-3 Special for long-term rentals where customers can can buy a month and get 1 month free for up to 3 months. More Than Just Montrose Storage Big Tex Storage is especially

You may be considering personal storage for a number of reasons, whether you’re remodeling your home or moving to a smaller home. Whatever the reason, it’s important to take the necessary care precautions when storing your furniture and belongings to help you avoid issues like mold, scratches or damage. Here's how. Clean Before Storing Furniture No matter what you’re storing, it’s a good idea to give your items a thorough cleaning. Use the appropriate cleaner for the right material, whether it’s wood, glass or metal. Wipe your furniture and items down

Many of your belongings can be stored in our storage units Houston, from paper documents for your business to extensive wine collections. What some people seem to forget, however, is that not everything belongs in storage units. And when you’ve been in the self-storage game as long as Big Tex has, you see people try to store just about anything and everything! Just as a refresher, here are some of the items that can be stored (preferably in a climate-controlled unit): Furniture (such as couches and chairs) Electronics (such as computers

Running out of space in your home or apartment? Storage in Houston is a great way to create more space in your life without giving up precious belongings or moving to a larger place. In Houston, you have lots of storage options based on your needs, but not all locations are created equal. Knowing what to look for and consider when looking for storage in Houston can make your experience much more enjoyable and worthwhile. When you've decided in getting a storage unit in Houston, take a look at these factors

As longtime Houston residents are already aware, flooding can cause significant damage and cost a fortune on unforeseen repairs. Since flooding can happen in a moment's notice, it can be difficult to fully prepare without the proper information and tools. Here are our top tips for flood proof storage to help ensure that your valuables are safe during the next storm season. 1. Invest in Flood Insurance. If you place items in storage, you may need a separate policy for storage insurance. Your homeowners insurance may not cover items not kept

Packing your valuables into a storage unit in Houston may be more complicated than you think. By efficiently and effectively stacking boxes in your unit, you will prevent damage to your property and injury to people inside the unit. With the proper planning, you’ll know where things fit and be able to maneuver around your unit with relative ease. Plus, you're maximizing on the space you're paying for every month. Before moving in your belongings to a storage unit in Houston, take into account these packing for storage tips so you

Whether you're a wine enthusiast or one of the largest restaurants in town, your wine collection needs to be well taken care of. But before you put your wine collection in your refrigerator and think you're done, it's best to know how to properly store it. In fact, you can damage your wine collection if not taken well care of. And if you've got a sizable wine collection, that can cost you a pretty penny in losses. Before you treat yourself to a nice glass of wine, make sure to treat

Whether you're simply looking for more space for your belongings, or relocating to the Houston area, finding the right storage unit size can be difficult. Putting into context dimensions of various Houston storage units can be tricky and some units may not store as many items as you think. When selecting a self-storage unit in Houston, you must first consider whether your belongings will fit comfortably in it. You’d be surprised by how many people fail to account for the size and/or quantity of the items that they need to store.

Humidity ruins more than just good hair days, it can quietly destroy your most valuable belongings. In Houston, where the average relative humidity hovers between 75% and 90% year-round, (NOAA) moisture isn’t just uncomfortable, it’s a serious threat to anything stored improperly. Over time, unchecked humidity can lead to warped wood, rusted electronics, moldy fabrics, damaged paper documents, and even spoiled business inventory. Whether you’re a homeowner trying to protect family heirlooms, or a small business storing product overflow, the consequences of moisture damage are both emotional and financial. It’s not