Miscellaneous

Moving home is exciting – the admin less so. Before you get packing you need to inform lots of people and institutions of your change of address and/or telephone number. Start notifying people 30 days before you move. Some will require a phone call, email, letter or visit. For many, you can go... Read more.

Moving a large item of furniture may seem like a mountainous task best left to the professionals. But these expert tips will show you how to move even the most awkward shaped large items of furniture. Plan the move ahead of time Whether you’re moving a single item or an entire household, don’t... Read more.

Whether you’ll be travelling overseas or heading off somewhere in South Africa, it pays to be prepared. We offer pre-holiday checklists of things to do before going on holiday, for both local and international travel. For local travel in South Africa Of course, it’s possible just to jump in your... Read more.

The festive season is a joyous time of year but it can be financially draining. Try our ideas for having a great, low-cost Christmas, with less spending. After all, the holidays should be about family, friends and recharging after the long year! 1 | Don’t buy wrapping paper Source: Fiskars Making... Read more.

Household renovations are extremely stressful. Whether you have to survive a simple kitchen or bathroom remodel, or you're brave enough to face a full-on overhaul - there are bound to be setbacks. Apart from dealing with difficult contractors and people invading your space, one of the biggest... Read more.

For conveniently located self-storage units in Johannesburg look no further than our branch in Heidelberg Road . This Xtraspace branch is located close to M2 East, making N3 easily accessible. O.R. Tambo International Airport is also an easy 20-minute drive away. Take a look around this facility... Read more.

Love it or hate it, Black Friday has become a big part of South Africa’s shopping calendar. We currently have the fastest growing Black Friday sales in the world. Black Friday history Black Friday falls on the Friday after Thanksgiving, which is always held on the fourth Thursday of November in the... Read more.

It’s no secret that moving house is a monumental task (and an expensive one). The less you spend on packing and transporting, the more you can spend on building the home of your dreams. Here are five genius ways to save money when moving. 1. Hire a moving truck yourself In any move, the biggest... Read more.

Practical advice for moving on after a break-up.Read more.

Find out about SpaceBox, which offers convenient valet storage in South Africa.Read more.