STORAGE DO’S & DON’TS

STORAGE DO’S

  • Use pallets, 2 x 4’s, plywood, any thing that will keep your items off the floor of the unit.
  • Utilize all the space in your unit.  Make a plan as to how you are going to arrange your items.
  • Use freestanding shelves to help organize your unit.
  • Label the boxes on all six sides and keep a list for easy reference.  This will save you time if you have to look for something in particular. 
  • When packing boxes fill them without making them too heavy to lift.  Always put the heavier boxes on the bottom and the lighter ones on top of the heavier ones.
  • Be sure to store frequently used items at the front of the unit to avoid having to search for them.
  • To protect your items cover them with moving pads, sheets, or light blankets.
  • Purchase the insurance. If your belongings are worth storing, they are worth insuring.

STORAGE DON’TS

  • Do not use plastic to cover your belongings.  It retains moisture.
  • Do not store any food items.  This will prevent any unwanted guests.
  • Do not pack your boxes so that they are too heavy to carry them.  Especially when you are packing books.
  • Do not assume that your homeowners or renters insurance will cover your belongings while in storage.  Purchase the insurance.
  • Do not give out your password, gate code or any information to any one that is not listed as having access.
  • Do not use printed newspaper for wrapping.  The ink may smudge and get on your items.
  • Do not forget to clean appliances before you store them.
  • Do not store any toxins or flammables such as paint, oil, or gasoline.

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