Here are some helpful storage tips. Common sense and state laws determine what may be stored. You alone control access to your storage space. Therefore, never store live animals, perishables, liquids, explosives, flammable liquids and fuels, toxic materials or other items that need a controlled environment. Remember to drain the fuel from gasoline engines before storing.
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A refrigerator or freezer should be thoroughly dry and stored with its door slightly ajar. Make sure that stoves and cooking equipment are cleaned before they are stored to avoid attracting pests.
Bicycles, Tools and Other Metal Items:
To retard rust, wipe all metal surfaces with a rag containing a few drops of machine oil.
Books and Documents:
Pack books flat to protect their spines. Do not place boxes directly on concrete floors, but use pallets or skids to prevent moisture absorption. Use packing to fill out empty pockets in the boxes. Do not pack fragile items in the same box with books and do not overload.
Bedding, Clothing, Curtains, Drapes and Linens:
These items should be stored on hangers or in plastic containers.
Dishes and Glassware:
Label all boxes containing glassware and do not place heavy items on the boxes.
Furniture:
Place a pallet on the floor and stand sofas and mattresses on end on top of it. Disassemble beds and tables and wrap table legs in paper. If a table will not disassemble, place padding on the top of the pallet and place the table on its top with the legs pointing up. Use dresser tops for stacking cartons and dresser drawers for small, delicate items. Keep upholstery off the floor. Do not use newsprint to wrap lamp shades or any other goods that may be damaged by ink stains. Most lightweight chairs can be stacked “seat to seat” or placed upside down on tables, which cannot be disassembled. Finally, place a bed sheet or dust cover on your furniture.
Remember, the goods you place in self storage spaces are the sole responsibility of you, their owner. Goods are not insured by the storage facility. Check your homeowner’s policy for coverage, or we may be able to give you the names of insurers who provide low-cost insurance coverage for your goods. We hope these tips help make your storage experience a pleasurable one!
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