STORAGE TIPS
Here are some essential storage tips to help you maximize space, keep your belongings organized, and ensure everything stays in good condition:
Label Everything:
- Clearly label boxes and containers with their contents and the room they belong to. This makes it easier to find items later.
Use Clear Containers:
- Opt for clear plastic bins instead of cardboard boxes. This lets you see what's inside without opening them.
Create an Inventory:
- Maintain a detailed list of all items in storage, including descriptions and locations. This can be a physical list or a digital one for easy access.
Pack Smart:
- Use smaller boxes for heavier items and larger boxes for lighter items. This prevents boxes from becoming too heavy and difficult to handle.
Protect Your Items:
- Wrap fragile items in bubble wrap or packing paper and use furniture covers for larger items to protect them from dust and damage.
Utilize Vertical Space:
- Stack boxes and bins vertically to make the most of your storage space. Use shelving units if available.
Disassemble Furniture:
- Take apart larger pieces of furniture to save space. Keep screws and small parts in labeled bags.
Store Items You Use Most Often at the Front:
- Place items you access frequently near the front of your storage unit for easy retrieval.
Keep Pathways Clear:
- Ensure you have clear aisles within your storage space to easily access items and avoid having to move everything to reach something.
Avoid Overpacking:
- Leave some space in boxes to avoid crushing items and to make it easier to fit them into your storage unit.
Use Furniture as Storage:
- Utilize the interior of sofas, beds, and other furniture for storing smaller items or out-of-season clothing.
Protect Against Pests:
- Use pest deterrents like mothballs or cedar blocks to keep insects and rodents away from your belongings.
Maintain Accessibility:
- Store items you need to access frequently in an easily reachable spot, and less-used items towards the back.
Check Storage Unit Regularly:
- If possible, visit your storage unit periodically to ensure everything is in good condition and to make any necessary adjustments.
Prohibited Storage Goods
- Perishable Food Items: Fresh produce, dairy products, meat, and other items that can spoil or attract pests.
- Hazardous Materials: Chemicals, gasoline, propane, oil, paint, and other flammable or toxic substances.
- Explosives: Fireworks, ammunition, and other explosive materials.
- Illegal Items: Drugs, stolen goods, and any other items prohibited by law.
- Weapons: Firearms and other weapons unless specifically allowed by the storage facility's policy.
- Living Organisms: Plants, animals, or any other living creatures.
- Combustible Materials: Firewood, charcoal, and other items that can easily catch fire.
- Tires: Large quantities of tires, as they are difficult to dispose of and can pose a fire hazard.
- Medical Waste: Biological waste, used syringes, and other medical waste materials.
- Scented or Strong-Smelling Items: Items with strong odors that can attract pests or affect other stored goods.
- Unregistered Vehicles: Vehicles without current registration and insurance (check with the facility for specific policies).
- Currency or Valuables: Large amounts of cash, jewelry, and other high-value items unless permitted by the storage facility's policy.
🏠︎ 801 N Hendricks St
Hutchinson, KS 67501
🏠︎ 2803 N Lorraine St
Hutchinson, KS 67502