We provide individuals and businesses with standard-ambient mini-warehouse, garage type storage units in a variety of sizes to accommodate your needs. It is especially important to store your items appropriately.
Here are some helpful tips to use while planning what and how to store items in your self-storage unit:
- Rent the smallest amount of space you will need and pack the unit full, utilizing the cubic space.
- Use uniform size plastic totes/rigid containers for safe and proper stacking. Cardboard boxes are okay, but may absorb moisture and can lose shape over time.
- Make up an inventory of your items and keep it in a safe place at home or in a safe deposit box away from the unit. Take photos or videos to document your stored property.
- Prepare your space by placing a protective cover on the floor under your goods.
- Place your storage items on 2x4 boards or pallets to guard against potential condensation, dampness or water that may enter the unit. Concrete floors may become cold and damp and sometimes the moisture present can be unseen.
- The use of desiccants/moisture absorbers (i.e. DampRid or Silica Gel) can help dehumidify inside containers and small spaces.
CAUTION! Do not store anything COMBUSTIBLE in open containers (i.e., paint thinner, gasoline, solvents, paint, etc.).
- Plan your storage space. Place those items that you may need to access often in the front. Leave an aisle down the center of the storage unit for easier access. Leave a small space between the walls and totes/containers/boxes to allow for air circulation.
- Stack heavier totes/containers on the bottom and lighter totes/containers/boxes on the top.
- Be sure your totes/containers/boxes are strong enough to hold 25-30 pounds. (It is best not to put too much in each container).
- List contents of totes/containers/boxes on all four sides; number the boxes and seal with tape.
- Dishes and glasses should be wrapped in paper and packed in sturdy totes/containers/boxes.
- Pictures and mirrors should be wrapped in cardboard and marked “FRAGILE” and stacked on end.
- Furniture with drawers can be utilized 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.
- Put TV’s and other electronics in the rear of your unit and bubble wrap to protect.
- Garden tools & hoses can be stored together in empty trash cans. Stack extra cans inside each other.
- Tables that have removable legs should be broken down to save space.
- Sofas & love seats can be stored on end to save floor space. Wrap cushions in plastic and place on top.
- Avoid placing sharp or heavy objects on top of upholstered furniture.
- Cover all stored items with cardboard, sheets or blankets to protect against dust.
- If you stand mattresses on their side, prop them up so they stand straight. They may tend to bend out of shape and become lumpy. Wrap mattresses and box springs in plastic or bags.
- Wipe any items made of metal: bikes, metal tables, tools, etc. with machine oil to prevent rusting.
- Do not store perishable foods (including dry pasta & grains) nor loose clothing in bags or boxes.
- Place fabric softener sheets and/or deodorant soap (i.e. Irish Spring) near unit door and along perimeter of unit to ward away rodents. Another popular product is called Grampa Gus’s mouse repellent.
- Use glue traps-preventive measure, do not use rodent bait (can draw rodent in to hopefully eat the bait).
- Notify insurance agent that your property is being stored at a self-storage facility. Ask your agent about coverage for your property or purchase additional insurance if you do not have proper coverage.
- Utilize a good lock (stainless steel disc lock) to help prevent break-ins.
- Please remember to check security of unit door, building door and premises each time when exiting.