If you are going to rent a self storage unit, here are some tips to make the most of your space and keep your belongings safe from selfstoragefinders.com:
Keeping Pests Out Of Your Unit
Place baits and traps in you unit. You can also use dryer sheets in corners and in your boxes (these should be replaced about once a month). Here at StoreRight Self Storage in Brooksville we do our best to maintain a pest free environment, all units are cleaned and treated prior to renting and all common areas are treated on a regular basis but once your unit is rented we are unable to access you unit, of course.
* Eliminate Moisture
Unless you are have a climate controlled unit, use plastic storage boxes with air tight lids instead of cardboard, allow space for ventilation around your items, use wooden pallets to keep items off concrete floor, place charcoal in a pie pan in you unit to help absorb moisture and odors and is you are storing appliances that normally use water ( washing machines, dish washers, etc), make sure to wipe out the inside with baking soda before you store them.
* To Prevent Dust and Dirt Buildup
Cover mattresses and box springs with mattress covers or two fitted sheets, use furniture covers to protect any items with fabric, coat wooden items with furniture polish to help keep dirt and dust off and treat metal items (tools, bicycles, etc ) with lubricant to help prevent rust.
* Avoid Damage
Use bubble wrap to protect fragile items. make sure to fill boxes to prevent items from shifting, label boxes containing fragile items and store them last to prevent heavier boxes being placed on top of them.
* Maximize Space
Store small items on bookshelves or shelving units, when storing dressers, store items in the drawers, disassemble beds and tables and tape sandwich bags with the screws and small parts to the piece, and vacuum seal clothing, bedding, linens, etc.
* Easy Access
Leave an aisle in your unit to prevent having to move stacks of boxes to get to one item, label each box with key items inside, place furniture sliders under heavy pieces, and make an inventory of the contents of your unit.
With a little pre- planning your storage experience will be pleasant and stress free.
