Use a standard same size box if possible, so that they will stack easier and more efficiently.
		Leave airspace between the items/boxes and the walls of the unit to allow proper ventilation
		Store the unneeded items toward the back of the unit, and more important items that need to be accessed regularly in the front of the unit.
		Place all furniture on top of wooden pallets or other boards to prevent possible moisture damage. Ask about our climate controlled units! (coming soon‍)
		Cover everything with plastic sheeting (boxes included). This will add protection from any moisture damage. Ask for our “Climate Controlled” units for any clothes or leather that my need a certain temperature!!!!
		Pack tightly – this prevents moisture, as well as lessens the space that you will need to store everything.
		Fragile items should be packed in small boxes with lots of bubble wrap (or other cushioning…linens are great for this purpose). These smaller boxes can then be placed snuggly in larger, more weighty boxes so as to reduce shifting during the shipping/traveling process. Mark all boxes with fragile items inside, “FRAGILE – Handle with Care”
		Anything that is too delicate and/or too large to travel with, without dismantling, should be wrapped appropriately. Any hardware used in the dismantling process should be placed in plastic bags. Next, either tape the plastic bags to the other box directly, or place them safely inside the box of the item from which they came. Keep a written record of how the item was dismantled and place these instructions in the plastic bag as well.
		Heavy items should be placed in the storage boxes first so they weigh down the bottom of the box and won’t rest on top of lighter items that could be easily destroyed by the excessive weight. Don’t place large amounts of heavy items in one large box – it will then be impossible to move. Instead, pack heavy items such as books and metal items in smaller, more manageable boxes, and then buffer them with lighter items that will take up space, but won’t weigh down the box further.
		Books should be stored in small boxes horizontally. This is important so that the spines don’t get ruined or loosened. Books are heavy! See “Heavy Items” above
		Gasoline Operated Equipment must have all gasoline and/or other chemicals drained completely from their tanks before they arrive on our premises. This will prevent fires and other various explosions that can damage your materials and those of others. No one should have gasoline or other hazardous chemicals unsafely stored in a tank in our facility, it is in strict violation of our safety rules, and it is also risk for the safety of our staff and valued customers!
		Automobiles must have the tank topped off before entry unto the premises. Please bring a current copy of the owner’s driver’s license and vehicle’s registration for our records.No one should have gasoline or other hazardous chemicals unsafely stored in a tank in our facility, it is in strict violation of our safety rules, and it is also risk for the safety of our staff and valued customers!
		Mattresses should have a plastic bag to avoid dust and unwanted moisture.
		Leather Items should be treated with leather products previous to being stored. Ask about our special Cedar-lined and climate controlled storage rooms for clothing, etc.!!!!
		Appliances should be cleaned out thoroughly! Nothing should be inside any appliance when it is stored. One may leave the appliances’ doors ajar to allow any needed ventilation.
		Dishes and Glassware should be specially packed in “Dishpacks” designed to safely store these materials.
		Photographs are not advised to be stored if possible. But, if they are to be stored they should be stored horizontally between sheets of cardboard to avoid their natural “curling”. Any irreplaceable pictures or negatives should also be stored in waterproof containers or plastic bags as well.
		Please Refrain From Storing:
		Anything perishable   Living things (including plants)   Firearms of any kind   Flammables   Chemicals   Explosives of any kind   Drugs / Drug paraphernalia   Hazardous Items/Waste   Anything that admits an odor   Stolen items   Anything irreplaceable

Note: Although our facility has top of the line state-of-the-art security features, it is still important that you do not store anything irreplaceable. Storage Bin LLC also advises that you purchase insurance through any company – whether it be your own or we can provide you with a company that specializes in self storage insurance. Please refer to our Insurance Page for more information.