When you need access leave a walkway to the rear of the room. Place frequently needed items near the door. Often they are placed on the truck last and are the first to come off. Put them aside so that they go in your storage room last.
Shelving helps you maximize access to your items. You can stack higher on shelves and take advantage of the storage room height. We offer shelving for your unit as easy storage solutions.
When you do not need access… Rent a smaller space and pack it full. Leave a small air space between every item and the walls and an inch of space between boxes for ventilation. Put heavy items on the bottom. Light or odd shaped items go on top. Cover fine furniture with a dust cover or sheet.
Be sure everything you pack and store is clean and dry…to prevent damage from moths and mildew. New boxes are clean. Boxes of uniform size stack more efficiently. Take home more boxes than you think you need. Most people underestimate their needs. Unused boxes are returnable for a full refund.
Allow plenty of time for packing. It usually takes much longer than people expect. Don’t pack fragile and heavy items together. Use small boxes for heavy items, larger boxes for light things. Try to keep all boxes under 30 pounds to save your back. Fill each box completely to prevent collapse. Seal with strong packing tape. Number your boxes and mark contents on 2 sides of each box.
Use plenty of packing material. Ink-free packing paper, bubble wrap, towels, blankets, and pillows work well. We offer many of these items at our storage facility in Hastings, NY for your convenience. Exercise caution when using printed newspaper. The ink rubs off and can cause permanent damage. You can pack many items in drawers and fill major appliances with lightweight, unbreakable items.
Feel free to ask us for moving tips!!