Whether you’re looking for a temporary or long-term solution for your belongings, securing a rental storage unit may be the best option for you. It’s important to keep all your belongings in storage, so ensuring you find one fully insured and secure is essential. That’s where we come in at Abbey Removals Llandudno. We can provide somewhere safe to store all your items, including local storage, long or short term, and shipping containers. But, how exactly do you prepare your items for storage? Read on to find out!
Decide Which Personal Items You’d Like To Store
Of course, the first step is deciding which items you’re looking to keep in storage. If you’re looking to store items for a long period of time, then storing the items you may not necessarily need anytime soon will be most suited to this option.
To help keep on top of all your items and decide which goes where, writing an inventory list of all the items will help you keep track of everything. Check out our tips on how to plan your move for a smoother process when deciding what to store or move.
Clean All Items
Before dropping your items off for storage, making sure they are thoroughly cleaned will ensure they stay that way whilst kept in storage, and reduce any risk of bad smells when you retrieve the items.
If you’re storing any furniture, making sure they are vacuumed and wiped down will ensure any odours won’t be carried into the storage unit. It may also be a good idea to cover your furniture with dust sheets too! To ensure any glass or ceramic items aren’t risked breaking, cover these with newspaper, bubble wrap, or other alternatives you have available to wrap your items.
If you’re looking for additional home care advice, consider deep cleaning your new home before moving, ensuring a fresh start for both your new space and your stored items!
Use Clear Boxes
So you can easily find what you’re looking for, considering using clear storage boxes rather than cardboard. If you changed your mind about something, you can avoid the time of rummaging through all the boxes to find what you’re looking for.
Another tip to make it easier for you to locate items is to label them. For example, you may have a box filled with paperwork, kitchen items or bedding. This will be a lifesaver, especially when you’re moving home and need to access your items efficiently!
Things To Avoid Storing
Not everything can be stored in a storage unit, with some of the following included:
Food
Animals
Flammable items such as gas, oil, and fireworks
Items with an expiry date
Rubbish
For many of these items, they create a risk of fire hazards, attract pests and may release harmful chemicals in the secured storage unit. Additionally, you may find that some of your items may be better stored in a specific location, such as secure storage solutions.