AAA Storage, a self-storage operator with facilities in six states, has released its “2014 Self Storage Consumer’s Guide,” a publication that provides tips for customers on selecting a storage site and packing units wisely. The 27-page PDF is available for free download from AAA’s website in exchange for a valid e-mail address.

“We’re excited to announce that the new, updated version of our popular ‘Self Storage Consumer’s Guide’ is hot off the virtual presses and ready for readers to enjoy and benefit from,” said Dal Anderson, spokesperson. “As with previous editions, this 2014 version of the guide is going to make it easier and simpler for consumers to find affordable, secure storage of their own.”

Issues explored in the guide’s articles include 24-hour facility access, “hidden” charges, customer misconceptions about storage, the difference between price and value, and more. The company’s Houston-based employees also contributed insights about “6 Costly Myths When Choosing Storage Units.” The article is designed to help consumers select an appropriate amount of storage for their money, company officials said in a press release.

Based in Austin, Texas, AAA Storage operates more than 30 self-storage facilities in Florida, Illinois, North Carolina, Oklahoma, Tennessee and Texas. Its largest concentration is in Texas, with more than 20 locations primarily in the Austin, Houston and San Antonio areas.

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