Storage Tips

Chart showing unit sizes and what they hold

General Tips

  • Don’t store hazardous or toxic materials OR flammable liquids or gases OR foods. If you are not sure if you should store something, ask the staff!
  • Don’t store combustibles! Do not store items such as propane tanks, old pain, cleaning fluids, gasoline, or other things that might create or intensify a fire.
  • Remember, you alone are responsible for providing insurance on your property. You must buy insurance coverage yourself and you must pay the premium yourself; the operator does not insure your goods.
  • If storing bedding, clothing, furniture covered in fabric, or other property that may be affected by changes in temperature, it may be wiser to rent climate-controlled space to provide a betters storage environment for your personal possessions.
  • Be certain that everything stored is dry, as any moisture may lead to mildew. If you move during the rain, dry off your goods before placing them into storage. Don’t store anything that is wet; moisture if bad for virtually all property or goods.
Storage boxes and packing accessories

Packing Tips

  • Fill boxes to capacity. Partially full or bulging boxes may collapse or tip over while stored.
  • Label your cartons and goods. This will make accessing items much easier. Keep a written inventory or draw a simple map of where items are located.
  • Take extra care with glass items. All glass or other breakable items should be individually wrapped.
    • “Nest” cups and bowls, plates, and platters.
    • Fill air pockets with wrapping paper or foam.
    • Don’t put valuables under other boxes.
    • Store mirrors, windows, and screens on their edge — not flat.
  • Store larger furniture properly.
    • Stand sofas (except sleeper sofas) and mattresses on end.
    • Disassemble beds and tables. Wrap their legs in paper.
    • Keep upholstery off of the floor.
    • Place loose, light plastic dust covers or sheets over furniture.
  • Clean appliances thoroughly before storing them.
    • Refrigerators and freezers must be defrosted and dry.
    • Washing machines must be completely drained.
    • Take apart lawn mowers and make sure all fuel is completely drained.
  • Put pallets or a grid of 2’x3’s on the unit floor to give better air circulation under stored goods. Be sure to leave a walkway/aisle to the rear of the unit so you can access items.