Helpful Hints for Self Storage

  • Plan your storage space.  Place those items that you may need to access often in the front.  Allow for walkways.
  • Store your most valuable items in the back of the space.
  • Make an inventory of your stored items on 2’x4’ boards or on pallets to guard against dampness.  A concrete floor can become cold and damp.
  • Use uniform box sizes for easy stacking.  Be sure your boxes are strong enough to hold 25-30 lbs. (it is best not to put too much into each box.)
  • List contents of boxes on all four sides; number the boxes, seal them with tape.  Stack lighter boxes on top of heavier ones.
  • Dishes and glasses should be wrapped in paper and packed in sturdy boxes.  Stack them on top.
  • Pictures and mirrors should be wrapped in cardboard marked “fragile” and stacked on end.
  • Furniture with drawers can be used as storage places for pictures, knick-knacks, china, silverware, small items, etc.  Wrap them in tablecloths, towels or blankets to prevent breakage.
  • Larger appliances make excellent “packing cases” for blankets, towels, tablecloths, and clothes.
  • Shovels, hoes, rakes, and hoses can be stored together in empty trashcans.  Stack extra cans inside one another.
  • Tables with removable legs should be broken down to save space.
  • Sofas and love seats can be stored on end, to save floor space.
  • Always place a protective cover under the items that sit on the concrete.
  • Cover stuffed furniture with cardboard or blankets to protect against dust.
  • If you stand mattresses on their sides, prop them up so they stand straight.  They may tend to bend out of shape and become lumpy otherwise.
  • Rent the smallest amount of space you need, and pack the space until full.
  • “Prep” your space by placing a protective cover on the floor under your goods.
  • Do not place heavy or sharp objects on top of upholstered furniture.
  • Use a top quality lock on your unit door.  Cheap locks rust and do not provide good security.  We suggest disk locks.

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