Storage Tips

When moving home or when moving into self storage;

Planning Ahead

  • Visit us for advice on the space that you'll need

  • Fix the date as far ahead as possible

  • Make sure that you have enough packing materials

Packing Up

  • Disassemble the big pieces - keeping the screws etc. in labelled bags

  • Box everything to avoid losing things

  • Use proper storage boxes that won't collapse

  • Spread heavy items about so that no boxes are too heavy

  • Wrap china and glass piece by piece. Put the heaviest items at the bottom and pad out corners.

  • Label your boxes clearly and preferably on the top and on one side. Ideally make a list of numbered boxes

  • Clean out fridges, freezers, ovens and food cupboards, and tape doors closed for the journey

In the Van

  • For a long distance choose a van big enough for just one trip. For shorter distances use a smaller van.

  • Load biggest items first, and pad spaces between items

  • Tie everything so it doesn't topple or slide about

  • Put your handbag, wallet, specs and keys in one bag in the cab of the van

  •  Running late - call us and we will do our best to arrange out of hours reception or overnight parking

In your Unit

  • Store largest items first

  • Fill hollow items i.e. wardrobes with boxes

  • Label and number all boxes - keep a numbered list, and stack boxes with labels visible

  • Store appliances clean, with doors wedged open

  • In a large unit, leave access space down the middle

  • Put dust sheets over stored goods (you can purchase these from us)

  • Please note that you may not store the following;

Gas, Flammable items, Fireworks, Foods, Dangerous chemicals, goods of an illegal nature or live animals.

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