Tuesday, March 11, 2014

Making the Most Out of Your Public Storage

Also referred to as self-storage or mini storage, public storage facilities are very much similar to warehouses where people are able to rent for a certain period of time in order to keep their valuables or company stocks safe during a vacant season. Homes with not much space to store their bulky appliances take the chance to make these units their very own “outdoor basement.” However, public storage is different from warehouses; warehouses are quite huge in area. The public storage facilities, also known as rental units, are smaller and even smaller to handle smaller appliances, furnishings, and accessories. Make the most out of your public storage space to enjoy its benefits.

·         Insurance- insurance policies at home may be extended to your public storage space. This will surely help you keep up with due payments. Odds are that you pay a little more for the year on your insurance policy; while public storage are generally well monitored and secured, thefts can be your friend from time to time. Having insurance on these items can be replaced when damaged or pilfered.

·         Pack expensive, easily transported items to the back- you wouldn't want thieves to be leeching on your most valuable items even when with insurance. Make sure to put smaller items such as jewelry, players into boxes and place them at the back of your public storage unit, then stock up bicycles, ATVs and other heavy equipment next.

·         Elevate your items- the last thing you would want is water damaging your items and moist inviting molds. Putting your stuff up on pallets and off the floor is the best idea in leading them off leaking pipes and moist walls.

·         Tight packing- items that are breakable should be packed tightly to avoid movement inside the box. Label the said boxes so your can put them on top of everything else and avoid heavy items being placed on top on accident.

·         Climate control strategies- take advantage of the climate control options- storing musical instruments, art, and antiques can all be damaged by fluctuating humidity levels.

Before deciding on a public storage facility, do make it a point to shop around and compare rates and features.

Jacksonville Storage
10724 Lem Turner Rd., Jacksonville, FL 32218
(904) 322-0229

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