Armadillo Storage Tips

At Armadillo Mini Storage we care about the safety of our customer's belongings. One of the best things you can do to keep your items from being damaged while in storage is to properly pack and prepare before storage. Take a look at this list of helpful storage tips to give you some good ideas on how to move and store your things.

• Pack your items carefully with proper planning to avoid damage during transport or unpacking
• Use boxes that are sturdy and in good condition in order to keep your things free from harm
• When packing, fill boxes until they are full and pack newspaper or shredded paper to fill in any empty space
• Don't pack too many items into one box or they might be too heavy to lift
• Seal boxes with packing tape to avoid any dust collecting on your belongings while in storage
• Wrap fragile items in paper, towels or rags and pack them tightly
• Make sure your items are dry in order to prevent mold during storage
• Label contents of each box and make note of fragile items
• Use bubble wrap to pack large, fragile items such as mirrors and frames
• Take furniture apart when possible to maximize space when packing them into your storage unit
• Use furniture covers for safety and to prevent dust collection
• Do not store materials like gasoline, oil or cleaning supplies, which can be flammable and combustible