1) To start with, make sure you have everything you will need ahead of time like good quality packing materials:

• Packing Paper, Bubble Wrap, Anti-Static Packing Peanuts

• Strong Cardboard Boxes

• Clear Plastic Storage Bins

• Large Stick-on Labels

• Seal-able Plastic Bags of Varying Sizes

• Packing Tape

• Blankets or Tarps

• Bungee Cords, Straps or Rope

2) Prepare Items for Packing:

• Make sure fragile items are wrapped well before placing them in a container.

• If you have items you will need to access regularly, clear plastic storage bins will make them easier to find.

• Small items and trinkets can be stored in seal-able plastic bags, labeled and stored in clear plastic bins that are also labeled.

• Heavier items like furniture parts and mattresses should be wrapped in blankets, tarps and/or mattress covers.

• Pack the boxes full and seal them tight.

• Wrap covered objects with rope, cords or straps.

• All of our storage units are approximately 8′-10′ tall inside, so you can stack your items to make the most efficient use of the space.

• Leave an aisle to allow for accessibility.

• Think of ways to conserve space.

• Label your boxes and keep an inventory so it’s easier to find things.

• Turn box labels to face the aisle.

• Try to use boxes that are similar in size to make stacking easier, more stable and compact.

• Always place heavier boxes on the bottom for stability.

• Wash and iron your clothes before storing.

• There is a large range of vacuum seal bags out on the market, which are great space savers.

• When it comes to clothing, say no to plastic bags and cardboard boxes.

• Be sure to add mothballs to your containers.

• Keep things clean, cool, dark and dry.

• If possible, purchase wardrobe boxes. This will allow you to hang your clothing items.

• Remember the larger / heavier items belong on the floor whenever possible.

• When possible, disassemble furniture for easier storage. For example; bed frames, dressers with mirrors, items with loose shelving, etc.

• Polish wood with furniture polish to help protect it and keep it from drying excessively over time.

• Remove bolts, screws, washers and nuts and store them in a seal-able plastic bag, then tape them to the unit they belong to.

• Cover any protruding elements with rags or bubble wrap to protect them and to protect YOU from them.

• Cover furniture with blankets or special fabric covers to protect them.

• Do not place heavier items or boxes on top of soft furniture like couches or mattresses. The weight may leave an indent in the item.

• Standing mattresses up on their side and placing them between two pieces of heavy furniture will help to keep their shape.

• Make sure appliances are clean and dry (especially wash machines and dishwashers)and leave doors open slightly to allow air circulation.

• Gasoline, chemicals or flammables may not be stored other than in a motor vehicle and then only in NON climate controlled units.

Our self-storage facilities feature perimeter fencing that is accessible, 24-7, through a computerized keypad entry system. This system requires the use of a unique individualized password to enter. Once inside the gate, all climate controlled storage units are accessible through a separate keypad entry point.

In addition, both of our properties provide adequate lighting for your convenience.