Q: What size
storage do I need?
Please contact us directly at the storage
company of your choice to discuss with a
representative what you will be putting
into storage. By doing this we can save
you time and money!
Q: Can I rent a unit over the phone?
It is better to visit the storage facility
of your choice, to see the room sizes and
to sign an agreement and to make the initial
payment.
Q: For how long can I lease?
All storage rentals are on a month-to-month
lease.
Q: Do I need to let you know before
I move out?
No! You can move out whenever you want
without prior announcement.
Q: What type of documentation do
I need to bring with me?
All we need is a valid picture i.d.
Q: How safe are your storage facilities?
A: VERY
SAFE!
- Our facilities are fully protected by
a 24 hour alarm sytem and video surveillance
cameras watch and record 24/7.
- Complete fire sprinkler system as well
as climate controlled.
- Only you and someone you authorize
may access your storage space.
Q: Does Storage Plus provide a
lock for the storage space?
A: You can purchase a lock from our office
or bring your own. Either way, you and only
you keep the key!
Helpful Tips
Boxing & Packing Tips
- Use high-quality packing boxes designed
especially for the job, not "grocery
store" cartons. You can order packing
supplies and boxes directly from our stores.
- Pack books and other heavy objects
in smaller boxes for easier lifting.
- For clothing storage, use wardrobe
boxes so you can hang your garments.
- Use the same size boxes for easy stacking.
- Fill boxes completely, stuffing open
areas with packing paper to prevent collapsing
when stacked.
- Seal boxes completely with packing
tape to keep out dust.
How to pack your storage space
- Store couches (except sofa-beds) on
end to maximize space.
- Protect mattresses and furniture with
pads and covers.
- Wrap mirrors and pictures with paper
pads, or use mirror boxes. Never store
these items flat.
- Label all boxes on several sides for
easy locating.
- Disassemble tables and shelves and
store on their sides. Wrap and mark all
pieces for easier re-assembly.
- When you disassemble electronics, such
as computers, stereos, things that have
numerous cords, place small colored stickers
on the cord and the same color sticker
where the cord goes. This will save you
the hassle of trying to figure out what
goes where when it comes time to reassemble
your electronics. If possible, use the
original boxes to store your electronics
and other items.
- Seal boxes completely with packing
tape to keep out dust and pack snugly
to prevent collapsing when stacked.
- Utilize all the space in your unit.
Make a plan as to how you are going to
arrange your items. A good plan will save
you the time of having to rearrange your
unit.
- Leave a center aisle for easy access
to all items.
- Use shelving to maximize your storage
space.
- Store items you'll need most often
at the front of your unit.
- Keep refrigerator and freezer doors
slightly ajar and clean before storing.
And don't forget to use the space inside
for extra storage.
- To prevent rusting rub a small amount
of machine oil on metal tools, bicycles,
and equipment. Drain and clean all debris
from all equipment before you store them.
- Rubbermaid containers are great to
store your items. They have tight fitting
lids and stack easily. Keep the more valuable
items in the rear of the unit. This will
prevent others from seeing them when you
are in your unit.
- Place a layer of packing inside the
bottom and at the top of boxes containing
glassware. Ideally these items should
be stored in a specifically designed dish
pack box. All glass items should be individually
wrapped: nest cups and bowls and stand
plates, saucers and platters on edge.
Wrapped glasses should be placed near
the top of cartons. Again, fill all pockets
with packing materials. Label all boxes
containing glassware, and do not place
heavy items on boxes containing glassware.
- DO NOT use plastic
to cover your belongings. It retains moisture.
- DO NOT store any food
items. This will prevent any unwanted
guests.
- DO NOT pack your boxes
so that they are too heavy to carry them.
Especially when you are packing books.
- DO NOT assume that
your homeowners or renters insurance will
cover your belongings while in storage.
Purchase the insurance.
- DO NOT give out your
password, gate code or any information
to any one that is not listed as having
"Access".
- DO NOT use printed
newspaper. The ink may smudge and get
on your items.
- DO NOT forget to clean
appliances before you store them.
- DO NOT store any toxins
or flammables. Such as paint, oil, or
gasoline.
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