When you are ready to move into a storage unit, the first thing to do is make a list of what you most likely be storing. Knowing what you plan to put into storage is also helpful in making a decision on the size of your unit.

In the event that you are planning to store any lawn equipment, hoses, or even possibly a refrigerator, there are steps to take before bringing this for storage. Any gas powered equipment should be completely drained of gasoline, cleaned and dried prior to storing.

Sure, a little dust might not harm your items in storage, but there are ways to minimize the effects of dust on your stored items.

No one wants to pull their boxes from storage and find their valuables crushed or broken. Bubble wrap is important to protect breakables. Wrap precious items in it to prevent bumps, dings, scrapes and cracks.