Since my brutal cancer treatments 12 years ago took away a lot of my executive function, I have to have the help of a professional organizer to sort, discard, donate, and file away things in order to keep my house shovelled out. It's been very humbling, to say the least! However, it's fun to watch you and your wonderful family work together to get these tough jobs done! I enjoy all your vids, but my favorite is still the series I saw first: the artist' hoarded house! When I think of how you saved not only the house from being burned down by the local firemen doing a traing exercise, but also all her fabulous works of art, her equipment, and her wonderful legacy, I breathe the most thankful sigh of relief! I really feel like you are doing the important work that God gave tou and your family to do! God bless you all... and a very Merry Christmas!
Pretty good unit, at least the clothes and all looked pretty clean. I like that it's a family thing with all of you getting into it. Your kids will understand the real value of things from all of this, which is rare these days.Thanks for the videos, great job !
This is how I get my fix in between estate sale set ups here in Texas. I've been watching since Covid. Love the show and I learn alot from you Alex. Thank you
Alexander, Us ladies would love seeing the porcelain bags and such. You’re so cute! So excited when you find your boy toys! As always 🤗Hugs, 💖Love and 🦋 Butterfly Blessings sent your way. 🤗💖🦋
Quite the mix of prized or special items with the more mundane. This is a good example of how neatly organized storage can easily devolve into chaos. Thanks for sharing.
I love your one handed videos when you are on site no phoney set ups. You always teach me something new with every video. Good that your family is always there to help you. I use to volunteer at place and for me it was like Christmas opening the boxes and bags. Merry Christmas to you and your family.
I have that same harvest gold mixer. I got it at a garage sale 25 years ago. It's a work horse! Unlike the cheap ones made today. Nice haul! I'm glad that Melissa and Abigail found some stuff too. Thank you Alex.
Alex, it amazes me the way you can record using one hand, it would drive me crazy. There should a special RUclips award for this. NOT KIDDING...Love the channel ...
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Yeah I appreciate having two arms. Just having one is so frustrating and watching this video proves it.
Alex and family. Storage units have been good for you. Thank God for auctions. Lots of items for resale. Until next time. Please, take care and stay safe. Love ya, Merry Christmas 🎁🎄🎅💒🍺🍺🥤🥤🥤🕊❤️👍🙏🌹🌈😘🦢🌞🇺🇸
Love your videos - you do an amazing job. I do wonder about the people who have left behind so much stuff - there must be so many stories... Thanks, as always for sharing.
Im so glad you donate so much of your finds. I always was of the opinion you thought storage units a waste. Glad you are finding some worthwhile ones. Keep Safe❤Keep Well❤ Merry Christmas
I think these abandoned storage units a lot of times have sad stories to go with them.
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Yep I think so. Unfortunately it's a business also so no pay rent no keep stuff. I did it a long time and it's crazy expensive. Never again. I can see why people get into arrears due to mounting costs sometimes it gets too much to deal with.
I was gloomily mesmerized gazing at the variety of things you made visible, none of which I imagine myself bidding upon at auction; purchasing at re-sale nor indeed buying originally new. (The coins alone I would have pocketed.)
Every time my kiddo sees me watching your videos, Alex, he always comments “that guy looks like the guy from The Mummy!” You’re a Brendan Fraser lookalike! LOL Keep up the great work, and love your videos.
That's where I've seen him! Thanks! I was trying for months to remember where I have seen Alexander before, then reading your comment Brendan Fraser-look-a-like. It's strange but a fun fact. I'm sure we all have one....somewhere. 😅😂😂😂
When is a storage unit declared abandoned? Do the owners have warnings it will be sold? Just asking cause i dont know how it works. Very neat and tidy, very personal stuff also and i always wonder what happened to the people abandon it and why. Thank you for sharing Alex!
RUclipsr Elijah Lemard recently made a video about "abandoned" units. They're not abandoned, the owners are down on their luck and can't make payment. The storage company hold their belongings as a collateral and deny access to the units without a payment. The company unilaterally decides when the unit is "abandoned" and auctioned off. Reading the comments under Elijah's video is disheartening.
One of the recommended videos over there on the right: "GIRL single-hands for FIRST time, SAIL 1000 miles Puerto Rico to Florida" Coincidence? I think not! 😏
everybody telling him to use a camera mount or a tripod, you tried using one of them in a cramped unit or a border house full of stuff?
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Loads of RUclips creators use them without any problem as I do watch other channels like locker nuts and taco stacks. But if alex prefers this method then so be it. However it can't be fun trying to hold a camera and do this type of video. I need both hands its just more productive
Used name brand clothing in good condition ... Could you auction off big boxes? Resellers are always buying boxes of random good clothing to resell on eBay and other platforms.
I was thinking the same, or that one of the kids might like to earn some extra cash by listing them on an online auction site or marketplace. Then at the end of the video Alex says the clothes will keep people warm in winter and I thought that was a lovely balance to the profit side of the business and also mindful of the previous owner who has now lost everything in the unit, for whatever reason.
@judithpride1690 Exactly ! I thought, because Abby enjoys the clothing, maybe SHE would like listing clothing for good profits! She could be picky since Alex has so much clothing to deal with!!
I feel like you did good with this unit. Yes, you're not. I think you're going to get your money's worth though. I always enjoy your videos. And I wanted to wish your family a happy holiday. Hello😊
You need to get a camera stand so you can use TWO hands! Or a chest mounted GoPro- it’s frustrating to watch you wriggle through boxes with one hand, I worry about you getting dumped on ! ❤😂❤
Please please can you use a camera mount so you can use both hands 😊 I recall you said you have or had one. I really love your videos of the units you buy or houses you empty. I just think it should be easier to get through the items. 😊
@willowlidstone7899 Noone "told him what to do"! One guy asked him to use a gopro and I told him it was frustrating for me to watch him use one hand! How is either telling him what to do? Get a life!!
If you ever watched Miami Boat Ramps, etc,, channel, where someone is trying to dock their boat,, like watching you struggle to open boxes one-handed. LMBO Sorry,, had to!
🙂 I was going through a closet the other day and saw some shoe polish. It got me wondering how long it's been since I polished a shoe. It has been decades. 🙂
Hey hi Alex. I have watched you for years. I would never be able to remember which episode you speak on how to deal with an overwhelming amount of stuff …to get ready for an auction. Some tips. Or if you can guide me to a video directly. I would appreciate it…More than words could say. I had to put my storage~locker~stuff in my apt. 😱I suffer with bad back so I can’t do a lot, at once. Auntie passed and then my Mom passed away😢. I have a few of their treasures. Everything from stamps to toys to scarves to costume jewelry to comics to cards (dessert~storm, ball,purses, hockey…) I’m so overwhelmed, I’m ready to fill my van and drive to your auction~house myself, from Ontario. I will wait for weather yes! Do you know any REPUTABLE auctions close to Toronto area? “K” doesn’t have one out this way I think. Should I do the digging on valuing each item or do they do that? I know some stuff’s’ value. I blabbering~on.!! 🎅🏻Merry Christmas to you and your family Alex.Wishing you a fantastic New Year. Note 2025 starts on a Wednesday…so in short it starts with a WTF! Just saying lol 🎉🎄🎅🏻I have pretty much separated it all . I’m just wondering if I have to do all the info digging or does K auctions do it?
You said that you would get the papers and pictures returned. How do you do that? I would be surprised if people wouldn't be upset that you bought their things, even though it was lawfully done.
@CuriosityIncorporated that is good to hear! I was thinking that it would not be safe for you to contact them.
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Ive seen some RUclips videos where actual human ashes are also stored in boxes direct from the crematorium. That should also be handed back but some people end up just dumping it in landfill as the storage company won't accept it.
Since my brutal cancer treatments 12 years ago took away a lot of my executive function, I have to have the help of a professional organizer to sort, discard, donate, and file away things in order to keep my house shovelled out. It's been very humbling, to say the least!
However, it's fun to watch you and your wonderful family work together to get these tough jobs done!
I enjoy all your vids, but my favorite is still the series I saw first: the artist' hoarded house! When I think of how you saved not only the house from being burned down by the local firemen doing a traing exercise, but also all her fabulous works of art, her equipment, and her wonderful legacy, I breathe the most thankful sigh of relief!
I really feel like you are doing the important work that God gave tou and your family to do! God bless you all... and a very Merry Christmas!
* training
Alex's kids must find Christmas Day an anticlimax compared to the thrill of opening up these boxes all year long.
Pretty good unit, at least the clothes and all looked pretty clean. I like that it's a family thing with all of you getting into it. Your kids will understand the real value of things from all of this, which is rare these days.Thanks for the videos, great job !
It never ceases to amaze me what people save… and what they bother to place in storage… and why they abandon it.
cost thousands and how much is storage rent
Again a good haul, congratulations.
This is how I get my fix in between estate sale set ups here in Texas. I've been watching since Covid. Love the show and I learn alot from you Alex. Thank you
Alexander, Us ladies would love seeing the porcelain bags and such. You’re so cute! So excited when you find your boy toys! As always 🤗Hugs, 💖Love and 🦋 Butterfly Blessings sent your way. 🤗💖🦋
Yes, some of those porcelain shoes and bags can bring in the money!
So glad the storage unit was good for you. Thanks for showing us what was in there. Watching from Texas. Merry Christmas
Jolly great show my friend. Love your shows!! Happy family!!
Quite the mix of prized or special items with the more mundane. This is a good example of how neatly organized storage can easily devolve into chaos. Thanks for sharing.
I love your one handed videos when you are on site no phoney set ups. You always teach me something new with every video. Good that your family is always there to help you. I use to volunteer at place and for me it was like Christmas opening the boxes and bags. Merry Christmas to you and your family.
I have that same harvest gold mixer. I got it at a garage sale 25 years ago. It's a work horse! Unlike the cheap ones made today. Nice haul! I'm glad that Melissa and Abigail found some stuff too. Thank you Alex.
Hey, Alex!! Merry Christmas to you and your family!!! 😘
Amazing luck again! Crazy load of auction able stuff, and useful items to reuse!❤
😂Melissa embarrassing Alexander with that "reversible" shirt is iconic and ironic and I'm still giggling my behind off🤣🤣🤣
Alex, it amazes me the way you can record using one hand, it would drive me crazy. There should a special RUclips award for this. NOT KIDDING...Love the channel ...
Yeah I appreciate having two arms. Just having one is so frustrating and watching this video proves it.
I think you did pretty good on this 2nd unit...always enjoy these type of videos....Best always to your family, from BC
You gotta love the indoor units and units with tubs It's very nice well organized unit
Good mixture of items ,very neat and clean
Another score for you, your family and nice donations too.
Malissa for the comic relief with the lovely reversible shirt.
Alex and family. Storage units have been good for you. Thank God for auctions. Lots of items for resale. Until next time. Please, take care and stay safe. Love ya, Merry Christmas 🎁🎄🎅💒🍺🍺🥤🥤🥤🕊❤️👍🙏🌹🌈😘🦢🌞🇺🇸
another greart find alex!!! as always you get your money back with profits!!!
Love your videos - you do an amazing job. I do wonder about the people who have left behind so much stuff - there must be so many stories... Thanks, as always for sharing.
Morning from Australia glad your video is up not 7am yet .wishing you and your family a Merry Christmas
It always amazes me what people will leave behind
Alexander,
What?
No Versace?
Cheers,
Rik Spector
Im so glad you donate so much of your finds. I always was of the opinion you thought storage units a waste. Glad you are finding some worthwhile ones. Keep Safe❤Keep Well❤ Merry Christmas
I’d love to see the rest. Hopefully part two coming soon.
those mini shoes and purses- cermaic- are collectible
05:54 The box was in there neatly because they put the tape gun and spare tape in there. If nothing else that's a fast $20 you don't have to spend.
Wow - you are great at spotting the good storage units!
The containers and cases people would love them as the quality has gone done
keep those plastic bins for your next clearout so you don't have to buy paper ones at Home Depot again :)
All so neatly packed, yet abandoned😒
‘Odds and sods’ Haven’t heard that one for awhile 😊 🇨🇦
Thanks for the video🙏
Thank you for keeping your videos filmed this way.
So glad this video earned you new "fan".
2 very good storage units and usage profit saved money is good money
Enjoyed😊
18:04 That recycle bin - aluminum bat, pry bar, jackbar, etc - looks like supplies for Guido and da boys to go take care of "family business" LOL
I think these abandoned storage units a lot of times have sad stories to go with them.
Yep I think so. Unfortunately it's a business also so no pay rent no keep stuff. I did it a long time and it's crazy expensive. Never again. I can see why people get into arrears due to mounting costs sometimes it gets too much to deal with.
Longer videos!! we can't get enough 😂😂
Hey that unit came with its own handcart/dolly!
I was gloomily mesmerized gazing at the variety of things you made visible, none of which I imagine myself bidding upon at auction; purchasing at re-sale nor indeed buying originally new. (The coins alone I would have pocketed.)
Hi Alex, question if you have time to answer.
What are the top 5 things you like to find in a storage unit?
Enjoyed watching! 😊
I usually like
To find small stuff, watches jewellery coins old toys comics :)
You found a Melodica. Why do I know that? Bob's Burgers is why. 😂
A neighbour of mine sells secondhand clothes and she pondered about how much shipping would be. lol.
Save the wicker basket. That will sell.
If i put a bid on a unit it would all be junk. You get some worthy stuff.
Don’t worry it happens to us too. It’ll look good in the pictures and then literally be dirty dishes and garbage packed up.
LOL, Party Mode.
Just the bags and boxes have decent value
I cried when you came out in the 10,000 $ dress. You are gorgeoys!
Every time my kiddo sees me watching your videos, Alex, he always comments “that guy looks like the guy from The Mummy!” You’re a Brendan Fraser lookalike! LOL Keep up the great work, and love your videos.
Omg so true! Now I can’t unsee it!
That's where I've seen him! Thanks!
I was trying for months to remember where I have seen Alexander before, then reading your comment Brendan Fraser-look-a-like. It's strange but a fun fact. I'm sure we all have one....somewhere. 😅😂😂😂
You need a camera man or a chest mount for the camera. Love the treasure hunts you go on. Better then Oak Island.
When is a storage unit declared abandoned? Do the owners have warnings it will be sold? Just asking cause i dont know how it works. Very neat and tidy, very personal stuff also and i always wonder what happened to the people abandon it and why. Thank you for sharing Alex!
The answers to this question will be found in the storage units' rental agreements...and in applicable state laws.
RUclipsr Elijah Lemard recently made a video about "abandoned" units. They're not abandoned, the owners are down on their luck and can't make payment. The storage company hold their belongings as a collateral and deny access to the units without a payment. The company unilaterally decides when the unit is "abandoned" and auctioned off.
Reading the comments under Elijah's video is disheartening.
@@Krokrodyl Sometimes the book ends and you have to pull another one off the shelf. That's life.
A lot of storage places here will not only give you many warnings but also offer your unit back to you for less than what you owe.
This episode was just what the doctor ordered!
I can't believe someone so organised can just abandon all the content of the unit. I wonder what their story is
Almost look like something somebody set up to do flea market sales. In this there was their storage unit to put all the stuff in
Careful pulling those boxes one handed remember your back. Seriously
One of the recommended videos over there on the right: "GIRL single-hands for FIRST time, SAIL 1000 miles Puerto Rico to Florida"
Coincidence? I think not! 😏
everybody telling him to use a camera mount or a tripod, you tried using one of them in a cramped unit or a border house full of stuff?
Loads of RUclips creators use them without any problem as I do watch other channels like locker nuts and taco stacks. But if alex prefers this method then so be it. However it can't be fun trying to hold a camera and do this type of video. I need both hands its just more productive
He's done it this way for 7 years. It's nothing but fun for him.
Used name brand clothing in good condition ... Could you auction off big boxes? Resellers are always buying boxes of random good clothing to resell on eBay and other platforms.
I was thinking the same, or that one of the kids might like to earn some extra cash by listing them on an online auction site or marketplace. Then at the end of the video Alex says the clothes will keep people warm in winter and I thought that was a lovely balance to the profit side of the business and also mindful of the previous owner who has now lost everything in the unit, for whatever reason.
@judithpride1690 Exactly ! I thought, because Abby enjoys the clothing, maybe SHE would like listing clothing for good profits!
She could be picky since Alex has so much clothing to deal with!!
“I guess I own a bag of those now 😅”
Definitely a catalytic convertor
$10 a week to rent a storage unit in Edmonton
I feel like you did good with this unit. Yes, you're not. I think you're going to get your money's worth though. I always enjoy your videos.
And I wanted to wish your family a happy holiday. Hello😊
Hi Alex
And family
Thanks Alex!
You need to get a camera stand so you can use TWO hands! Or a chest mounted GoPro- it’s frustrating to watch you wriggle through boxes with one hand, I worry about you getting dumped on ! ❤😂❤
Please please can you use a camera mount so you can use both hands 😊 I recall you said you have or had one. I really love your videos of the units you buy or houses you empty. I just think it should be easier to get through the items. 😊
I completely understand. Over the years, Alex has said several times, he doesn’t like using the devices. Hand held is what he perfers. Go figure. lol.
I AGREE!!! FOR ME, AS A VIEWER, IT IS SO FRUSTRATING!!!
Guys, just watch the content and stop telling Alex what to do! 😊
@willowlidstone7899 Noone "told him what to do"! One guy asked him to use a gopro and I told him it was frustrating for me to watch him use one hand! How is either telling him what to do? Get a life!!
I like the way he does it. Have tried to watch other ppls videos done how you are asking and I found it to hard to watch.
Wonder what happened to that family. So organized. Like planning to move but something happened.
If you ever watched Miami Boat Ramps, etc,, channel, where someone is trying to dock their boat,, like watching you struggle to open boxes one-handed. LMBO Sorry,, had to!
wow esso it's been a while since you saw stuff from. I guess it was the 80s when they closed it down or something.

Esso is still the brand in Canada. The name was changed to Exxon in the US.
Great videos. What is the story on your new Rolex Daytona watch?
Getting motion sickness with the camera moving back and forth. Interesting finds. Incredible the amount of stuff we accumulate over a lifetime.
Save the shoe polish. It has gotten expensive. I always look for shoe polish at estate sales.
🙂 I was going through a closet the other day and saw some shoe polish. It got me wondering how long it's been since I polished a shoe. It has been decades. 🙂
@ I polish shoes at the beginning of winter to protect the leather. Don’t throw the polish out.
@@librarynan4610 It'll be in my estate sale. 🙂
@ Hahaha!
I used to polish my doc marten boots when I was at high school. That was over 40 years ago. Not used boot polish in years.
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Pennys are still in circulation south of the Border..... Take to a bank and have them counted and deposit them....
If they are Canadian pennys (sic), they are legal tender in Canada.
Hey hi Alex. I have watched you for years. I would never be able to remember which episode you speak on how to deal with an overwhelming amount of stuff …to get ready for an auction. Some tips. Or if you can guide me to a video directly. I would appreciate it…More than words could say. I had to put my storage~locker~stuff in my apt. 😱I suffer with bad back so I can’t do a lot, at once. Auntie passed and then my Mom passed away😢. I have a few of their treasures. Everything from stamps to toys to scarves to costume jewelry to comics to cards (dessert~storm, ball,purses, hockey…) I’m so overwhelmed, I’m ready to fill my van and drive to your auction~house myself, from Ontario. I will wait for weather yes! Do you know any REPUTABLE auctions close to Toronto area? “K” doesn’t have one out this way I think. Should I do the digging on valuing each item or do they do that? I know some stuff’s’ value. I blabbering~on.!!
🎅🏻Merry Christmas to you and your family Alex.Wishing you a fantastic New Year. Note 2025 starts on a Wednesday…so in short it starts with a WTF! Just saying lol 🎉🎄🎅🏻I have pretty much separated it all . I’m just wondering if I have to do all the info digging or does K auctions do it?
Sheesh what a long message. I better save some room for others 🥴
Email me at curiosityedmonton@gmail.com
@@CuriosityIncorporated Road trip coming up,,,, Love it!!
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You must have hundreds of coolers and gas cans from doing this.
Do you miss the ghost buster mobile?
I wonder if the people who left their stuff forgot about it or are in jail or something bad happened to them. Or what?
seems crazy to leave all that because of rent $
Sometimes you just can't come up with the funds. Or you get a notice that your unit is going to be auctioned off after the auction happens.
Storage rent especially here in UK is crazy expensive. Actually cheaper in the long run to buy a garage and use that.
You said that you would get the papers and pictures returned. How do you do that? I would be surprised if people wouldn't be upset that you bought their things, even though it was lawfully done.
You just leave it with the storage place and they contact them
@CuriosityIncorporated that is good to hear! I was thinking that it would not be safe for you to contact them.
Ive seen some RUclips videos where actual human ashes are also stored in boxes direct from the crematorium. That should also be handed back but some people end up just dumping it in landfill as the storage company won't accept it.
I've been wondering for ever...why don't you use a tripod so you can use both hands and we can see you? :-)
I guess you never read comments. This comes up over and over.
He doesn't like filming that way. We can see the items just fine.
Do you ever get contacted by the original owners, when they see their possessions online ? 🌍🇬🇧🇬🇧🇬🇧🌍
Alexander, have you ever watched the movie Mean Girls? Look up Regina George mean girls costume. Sweater with 2 holes cut out!
Please know that I respect your soverign nation and your government officials. That's it.
Thank you..we appreciate it 🇨🇦
Hope uguys have a Merry Christmas
Thank you so much! Merry Christmas to you as well ❤
You know they set that TV box front and center to make you think it has a TV in it right! :(
No matter the storage unit, there's always someone with a conspiracy theory...
$700 Canadian ?
That's about $9.95 U.S.
Or to be more precise: $484.90.
What happened to the ghost Busters Car?
He sold it quite a while back.
He sold that yonks ago.
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those are mountain bike pedals
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They pay 10 for boxes nice clothes
Gotta be $200 in just totes alone
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