Years ago, if you spoke about storage units, people would assume you were referring to a unit rented out at a local storage facility. At the time, this was really the only type of storage unit that existed. But that is no longer true. These days, there are also portable storage containers that you can have dropped off at your home. You keep one of these units in your yard and use it as needed. So, when do portable storage containers come in handy? Here are some key situations.

Your adult child is coming home from college.

Many college students do not immediately find jobs after graduation. They move back in with their parents, even if only for a few months. The thing is, these students have accumulated a lot of stuff over their past few years spent in a dorm or apartment. When they move home, you have to figure out what to do with the stuff. Renting a portable storage container is a good option. You can store things in the container until your child is ready to move out again, whether that's in a few weeks or a few years.

You're remodeling a room.

Remodeling a room usually means you have to clear that room out temporarily. But where do you put all the extra things while you work on that room? Putting them in a storage container can be a good option. You can move them into the container at your leisure, and then move them back out again when you're ready to do so. Plus, if you need any of the items during your remodel, they'll be easily accessible on your property.

You are preparing for a move early.

Moving is a big endeavor, and it can be nice to tackle moving-related tasks a few at a time. Renting a storage container makes it easier to do this. You can pack a few boxes each weekend, and then put them out in the storage container where they're not in the way. When the storage container is full, you can have the storage company transport it directly to your new home, where you can unpack it over time.

Portable storage containers have really transformed the storage industry. If you find that you are in any of the situations above, consider using a portable storage container. Call a few storage companies in your area to get quotes.