HELPFUL HINTS FOR SELF-STORAGE

·Plan your storage space. Place those items that you may need to access often in the front. Allow for walkways.

·Store your most valuable items in the back of the space.

·Make an inventory of your stored items on 2’x4’ boards or on pallets to guard against dampness. A concrete floor can become cold and damp.

·Use uniform box sizes for easy stacking. Be sure your boxes are strong enough to hold 25-30 lbs. (it is best not to put too much into each box.)

·List contents of boxes on all four sides; number the boxes, seal them with tape. Stack lighter boxes on top of heavier ones.

·Dishes and glasses should be wrapped in paper and packed in sturdy boxes. Stack them on top.

·Pictures and mirrors should be wrapped in cardboard marked “fragile” and stacked on end.

·Furniture with drawers can be used 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.

·Shovels, hoes, rakes, and hoses can be stored together in empty trashcans. Stack extra cans inside one another.

·Tables with removable legs should be broken down to save space.

·Sofas and love seats can be stored on end, to save floor space.

·Always place a protective cover under the items that sit on the concrete.

·Cover stuffed furniture with cardboard or blankets to protect against dust.

·If you stand mattresses on their sides, prop them up so they stand straight. They may tend to bend out of shape and become lumpy otherwise.

·Rent the smallest amount of space you need, and pack the space until full.

·Prep your space by placing a protective cover on the floor under your goods.

·Do not place heavy or sharp objects on top of upholstered furniture.

·Use a top quality lock on your unit door. Cheap locks rust and do not provide good security. We suggest disk locks.