Remember, there are prohibited storage goods that most storage facilities will not allow on their property. This is typically determined both by state laws and company policy. Be sure to check your contract ahead of time.
Some homeowner’s or renter’s insurance policies don’t cover possessions in a self storage unit, so read your policy carefully. Most insurers do, however, provide affordable policies specifically for items held in a reputable storage facility.
Office supply stores sell self-adhesive clear pockets in varied sizes. Stick the plastic pocket to the front of the box, list the contents on a card or piece of paper, and slip it into the pocket. Each box is now clearly labeled.
It’s important to remember that you won’t always know how your plans might change when you put your items into storage. If there’s any possibility that you might need to keep them there for several months, consider a climate-controlled unit.
If you are storing materials that have been wet (tarps, skis, clothing, etc.) make sure they are completely dry before putting them away. Mold can grow quickly and will cause permanent damage to fabric, wood, and paper products.
It’s important to remember that not everyone is productive at decluttering and organizing their home all at once. If there are items you don’t want to get rid of, but don’t have a place for yet, you can always store them with us for as long as you need.
Most self storage facilities have several different sized units. That means you don't have to make one size fit your purposes. Instead, you can choose the unit that comes closest to handling the property you want to store, making the storage process much more economical.
Before you move critical business archives into a storage unit, take a few practical steps. Number or letter each box on all four sides. Create a master spreadsheet, and record the number/letter and contents of each box to document what records are in storage.
Storing a bed frame? Often times these can be dissembled for this very purpose. To make it easier when you finally take it out of storage, you may want to label the various parts so that you'll know how it goes back together.
While it’s natural to want to use the least expensive storage option when you plan to store things indefinitely, you won’t always save as much as you think. Let’s talk about how paying a little extra for climate controls can help you save money on repairs or damage restoration once you retrieve your items.
When placing boxes in your storage unit, make sure to fill the bottom boxes completely. This prevents the boxes from collapsing when you stack other items on top of them and allows you to pack more efficiently.
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