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Balancing the Budget: Outsourcing Business Services

My company is now over a decade old and I still outsource several key functions. It isn't that I can't afford to keep them in house. It is just that outsourcing is the most financially responsible decision I can make. I outsource all sorts of support services. One company manages my IT needs. Another partner takes care of the payroll and remitting taxes. I even have a cleaning service that comes in at night, does the windows, and in general keeps everything spotless. If you think outsourcing might benefit your business, let's talk. I'll tell you what I outsource and why. From there, you can decide if my strategy would also work for you.

3 Reasons to Move Your Lawn Mower to a Storage Unit at the End of Summer

12 April 2016
 Categories: Business, Blog

If you're like many people, you might not use your lawn mower at all during the fall and winter months. This means that it might just sit outside of your home or in your garage for months at a time, without being used. A better option can be to move it to a storage unit, where you can store it until you need it again next spring and summer. These are a few reasons to consider this storage option.

1. Prevent Theft

One thing that you have to worry about is your lawn mower being stolen. If you don't have a secure place to store it, it can be quite appealing for potential thieves. Even if you store it in your garage or storage building, you still have to worry about break-ins. Since lawn mowers are rather valuable and are often stored outside of the home, they can be a target for theft. If you keep your lawn mower in a secure storage unit, however, this can be less of an issue.

2. Keep it Safe from Damage

If you normally store your lawn mower outdoors, you have to worry about it potentially being damaged by rain, snow and the other elements. For those who do not have a garage or outdoor storage building, a storage unit can be a better choice because it allows you to keep your lawn mower safe from the weather. This can help prevent repair issues and can extend the lifespan of your mower.

3. Make Room

A ride-on lawn mower can take up a lot of space in your garage or storage building, making it difficult for you to park your car or store other items. By moving your lawn mower to a storage unit until you need it again in the spring and summer, you can make room for your winter decorations, snow skis and other winter weather necessities. It's a great way to reduce clutter for the holiday season and the cold weather.

As you can see, moving your lawn mower to a storage unit at the end of the summer makes sense for many home owners. Just make sure that you choose a secure storage unit so that you can ensure that your lawn mower is kept safe, and consider preparing it for storage by draining any remaining fuel and cleaning it up. Then, it will be ready for you to use when the weather warms up again.