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"Most companies charge extra for packing the units. So, if you want to
make a saving then be prepared to do the packing yourself. Use the
space efficiently, experts recommend that you fill the unit completely.
Take the advice of the storage unit staff. Since they deal with units
daily they can offer you valuable advice. Always value the goods
correctly this will ensure that you get sufficient insurance cover.
Observe all the rules of the units and always register at the reception
when you access the self-storage unit. This procedure helps maintain
safety and security.
I think it works well to place labeled boxes around the edges (heavy
on the bottom) and place furniture in the middle."
"We bought a shipping container from a moving company to store
things in to free up room in garage & house. 40ft container cost
$2,700 which is a lot, but there is no monthly fees and it can hopefully
be sold whenever it is emptied."
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Tips for Packing a Self Storage Unit...
Source:http://www.neatliving.net/By author, Aaron Brooks.
Here are a few packing tips you may find useful:
1. Pack in boxes that are tough, water resistant, and of more or less
uniform size. The trick is to stack heavier things at the bottom followed
by lighter ones, and at the top stack fragile breakables.
2. If you are opting for a large unit then you can leave space between
the furniture and boxes so that accessibility is maintained.
3. Fill all boxes to the brim and use old sheets, towels, and
newspapers as packing. When boxes are half or three fourths full they
will collapse when other boxes are placed on them.
4. Treat all metal objects with rust protectors and things like books
with boric powder or tobacco leaves to protect them from insect attack.
Look up preservation of books and follow the instructions.
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5. To secure valuable things ensure they are put right at the back or at
the very bottom. This makes it hard for thieves to take things away.
6. If you are required to provide your own locks then choose a padlock
that is of quality and hard to open with a hair clip.
7. Put down de humidifiers and allow for air to circulate inside the
locker. Lay down plastic sheeting on the floor of the unit and places
the boxes on a wooden pallet this will keep boxes from suffering water
related damage.
8. Leave the doors of all appliances ajar this prevents fungal growth.
Use the space in appliances to store small things.
9. Refrain from storing any inflammables in the unit. Read the safety
manual thoroughly before placing objects in the unit.
10. Maintain a diary and record which boxes are placed where and
what each box contains. Stick labels on each box with a coding that
matches your list. Never mark the contents on the label. Never say “painting by Monet,” on top of a box, will you just be asking for trouble.
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