STORAGE TIPS

Unless you’re paying the moving company extra to use their storage building, chances are you’re going to have to rent a self storage unit.

You know the ones... those boxy, mini-warehouse buildings that line the sides of highways from L.A. to New York. Renting storage units seems like a pretty open and shut job: you open the door to your self storage unit, you shove your stuff in, you shut the door.  But self storage isn’t quite that easy .

Even though it’s just sitting there, there’s a lot that could happen to your stuff in self storage. It’s important that you pick a near-by self storage facility and once you do, it’s even more important you pack your storage unit correctly.

Will you need to access your storage building frequently? If so, you'll need a storage facility near you.  

 WE HAVE DIFFERENT SIZES

Standard Sizes Are:
  5x5, 5x10, 5x15
 10x10, 10x15, 10x20, 10x25, 10x30

Special Sizes: 

  8x10, 20x30, customizable to your needs 

  We allow access  6 AM - 11 PM, Monday - Sunday

Try to use boxes that are a uniform size, they’re easier.

Leave small walkways between the boxes and furniture in your storage unit so you can easily get to the items you want without having to move anything around. 

If you’re storing a lot of packing boxes in your unit, try to fill them to the top, even if it’s just with padding and old, crumpled newspapers. Boxes that are only half-filled tend to collapse if anything’s placed on them. Add a description about this item

If you’re putting any metal objects into storage, like lawnmowers or file cabinets,  If you’re putting any metal objects into storage, like lawnmowers or file cabinets, it’s best to treat them with rust protector first, or at least wipe them down with an oily rag.

Our facilities have ample security. However, it’s still wise to take a few precautions of your own against theft. Pack your storage unit so that your most valuable items are at the back, and purchase a high quality padlock to put on the door. Oh yeah, Remember to LOCK IT !

The humidity in your self storage unit can cause your furniture to warp and your appliances to mildew. Leaving a space between your stuff and the unit’s wall allows for air to circulate within the unit. Laying plastic sheeting on the floor and stacking boxes on top of wooden pallets can help prevent condensation damage. So can using old linens or other fabrics, instead of plastic, to protect your stuff from dust. 

If you are storing a refrigerator in your unit leave the door ajar. This will prevent mold from growing inside. 

Under no circumstances should you keep food flammable or combustible items in your storage unit. This means absolutely  No Food, (other than cans), Gasoline, Oil, Cleaning Fluids or Paint Thinner. If you’re storing any machinery that runs on gas, drain the tank before you store it. 

Thank You For Choosing Us.