SELF-STORAGE TIPS

Plan ahead. Think about how you want to organize your stored property. When moving into a new home, the kitchen or bedroom items are usually needed first. Will you need access to these items before other items? If so, the last-in-first-out method may work best for you.

Remember, it's never a good idea to share storage space. Life/death events can cause problems.  The only person with legal access to a storage unit is the person who signs the rental agreement.

Small boxes are best for heavy books, magazines and utensils.

Use trash cans to store shovels, rakes, hoes, brooms, mops, etc.

Clean stoves, refrigerators and microwaves provide extra space for towels, linens, blankets.
(Prop the door open an inch or so to help prevent mildew.)

Place mattresses and box springs in plastic covers.

Treat all wood surfaces before storage.

Remove legs from tables when possible.

Store your tabletops, mirrors, sofas and loveseats on end to conserve space.

Stack chairs seat-to-seat.

Place cloth items on wood strips, pallets, or plastic sheeting.

Place clothing, small electronics and/or paper products in plastic storage tubs.

Combustible items and chemicals are forbidden, as is food that is not permanently sealed.

Be willing to stack items under, around and upon other items in order to conserve space.

And remember --- if it's Fragile, it goes on top.