Self-Storage Unit Tips In Fayetteville, Fort Liberty & Raeford, NC

Get the Most Out of Your Storage Unit

Our self storage units in the Fayetteville, NC area are clean and secure, ready for you to move your items into and keep them safe. We want to help you make the most of your unit. Read below to learn some of the tips we’ve picked up after years of being in the self-storage business. If you have any further questions, don’t hesitate to ask our friendly manager! We provide storage units for Raeford, Fayetteville, Fort Liberty, and beyond.

How to Pack Your Storage Unit

Before you put everything away, make an inventory of your stored items, and be sure to keep it in a safe space.
Ensure that your boxes are strong enough to hold your belongings.
Use the same size box throughout the packing process so you can easily stack the boxes in your unit.
Don’t waste space. Fill each box to the brim, putting heavy items on the bottom and lighter ones on top.
Wrap dishes and glassware individually in packing paper; then place them in a special dish pack box.
Carefully wrap pictures and mirrors and mark them as “Fragile.”
Put your furniture to good use! Wrap your knickknacks, china, silverware and other small items in towels, tablecloths or blankets. Then store them in the drawers of dressers, bureaus and end tables.
Use an empty trash can to store garden equipment like water hoses, hoes, rakes, and shovels.
If you’re storing large appliances in your storage unit, use them to pack away your linen and clothing.
Label each box and list the items inside of it on each side. Use quality packing tape to seal the boxes for extra security.

Make a Plan for Packing

A little planning goes a long way! Keep items you’ll need often in front of the unit, and be sure to create paths and walking space.
Put your boxes close together when you store them. This will prevent moisture from accumulating between the boxes.
Your items need to breathe. Allow for a small space between the walls of the storage unit and your items to ventilate the unit.
Make sure your furniture is protected with waterproof covers.
If possible, remove the legs from tables and other furniture to save space.
Firmly brace mattresses if you’re planning to store them on end. This will keep them in the proper shape.

Security & Safety Tips for Self-Storage

It is against the law to store hazardous or combustible items, like gasoline, solvents, and paint.
If you’re storing items like lawn and garden equipment, jet skis, snowmobiles, or power tools, be sure to drain the gas and oil beforehand.
Secure your unit with a high-quality locking device. We recommend the “Disc Lock” because cutting or breaking off is difficult.

In the Fort Liberty, Fayetteville, and Raeford, NC areas, we're the storage unit and packing pros. If you need advice regarding purchasing a storage unit, we can help you by providing the necessary information. Call today to secure your own storage unit!