Here’s our top 10 storage tips to make you life easier when storing your belongings:
- Make sure to use the space inside drawers and larger appliances, such as washers, dryers and refrigerators, to store smaller items such as bedding, pillows, toys, etc.
- Labeling your boxes on all sides can save you hassle down the road when you are wanting to identify boxes.
- Larger items such as tables, bed frames, etc. should be broken down so that fit more easily. Make sure to tap an screws or small items to the item for safe keeping.
- To keep items off of the floor of the unit, considering using furniture covers or moving pads.
- Do not store anything that is flammable inside your unit.
- When packing the unit, places fragile boxes on top of heavier, less fragile boxes.
- Wrap furniture legs with some form of protective covering such as bubble wrap or pads so they don’t get scratched.
- Plan out which items will need to be accessed more frequently and make sure these get placed at the front of the unit for easy access.
- Drain all fluids from any equipment being stored such as lawnmowers, weed eaters, RTV’s, etc.
- Purchase a secure, high quality lock. We recommend a disk lock.