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It’s important to remember that inheriting a house and its contents from a deceased family member can require quite a bit of work to sort through. Remember, you can always store the contents of the home with us until you’re in the emotional state to begin going through things.

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We maintain tight security at our storage facility, so you do not have to worry about undesirables rifling through your belongings. We also check locks nightly to make sure they are properly closed.

Storing a sofa or large chair does not require any special preparation beyond cleaning. Leave the legs on and set these items on the floor just as you would at home (they are built for this). Also, do not store boxes on the seating area they will ruin cushions and springs.

You don’t have to throw away furniture, clothes and other items just because your home is overcrowded. Instead, you can rent a self storage unit that will keep all of your belongings safe something that isn’t possible in an attic or outside storage area in your home.

Consider putting items on pallets, plywood, or 2x4's to keep them off the floor of your storage unit. Be careful about covering your items in plastic to protect them, because plastic retains moisture. If you live in a humid climate consider using sheets, furniture covers, or mattress pads instead.

Typically, non-climate controlled spaces are not sealed and can become vulnerable to the ravages of dirt, rainwater, and moisture seepage over time. If you need to store your valuables over a longer period of time, climate-controlled self-storage is a smart alternative.

Don’t forget to use your smartphone to document items stashed in your storage unit. Snap pictures of box labels, content lists, large pieces, and unboxed items. Create a dedicated photo gallery, and you’ll have a convenient master list.

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If you need to store tables in a self-storage unit, you should remove their legs so you can stand the tabletops vertically. This can help you save space and pack your items more efficiently.

When you store equipment in your unit, keep essentials together. Remove cables and power cords, wind them neatly, put them in a plastic bag that’s clearly labeled to indicate the cords and cables that belong to each piece of equipment.

Wardrobe boxes make packing clothes for storage less of a chore. To quickly empty your closets, leave clothes on their hangers, and suspend the hangers from the rod inside the box. Seal the box, label it, and you’re done.

If you are storing family heirlooms or highly valuable materials, it is better to use a safety deposit box, if they are small enough, rather than a storage unit. You insurance company will probably be much happier with that arrangement.

To a degree, everyone has that one item they simply couldn’t part with, no matter how much they need the space it occupies at home. If you don’t want to choose between sentiment and function, self-storage is the best compromise.

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Are my belongings secure in a self storage unit? Every storage unit is private, and only you have the key. There usually is 24-hour security and surveillance at a self storage facility and you can get to your unit any time of the day or night.

If you’ve recently learned that your new home won’t be ready to move into until a few weeks after you have to vacate your current home, you may wonder whether you can just leave all your belongings loaded in the moving truck. While this may be an option in some cases, it’s also very easy for criminals to drive away with everything you own.

Before you box up your dishware, utensils, cookware and kitchen items for storage, make sure everything is thoroughly clean. Why? Even small amounts of food residue can attract undesirables, like pests and rodents.

While traditional storage resembles that of a garage, other unit types and sizes are available. Outdoor units have ventilation but are not considered climate-controlled.

Did you know that our storage units can help you live a more minimalistic lifestyle? You’ll get all the benefits that come from not having more than you need at home without having to part with items that hold sentimental value.

Unfortunately, you won’t always have enough space to store everything you have in your house and still have room to park your car in the garage. When it’s time to reclaim your space, we’re always available to store those items you don’t have room for right now.

As your children grow, there are many items that can no longer be used, but that does not mean they should be tossed out. With a storage unit, you can keep still serviceable furniture and toys safe until other children come along who can use them.

One of the benefits of a self storage facility is that you have the keys to your storage unit and most facilities allow access 24 hours a day, seven days a week. If you store supplies for business, for example, you don’t ever have to worry about limited access to your unit.

Office supply stores sell self-adhesive clear pockets in varied sizes. Stick the plastic pocket to the front of the box, list the contents on a card or piece of paper, and slip it into the pocket. Each box is now clearly labeled.

To make sure your unit stays free of pests, don’t store any type of food item. Make sure appliances, trash containers, boxes, and bags are clean and free from food residues that might attract bugs or rodents.