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Packing your items for a self storage unit doesn't have to be a daunting task. Don't let the stress of packing get to you. With early planning, you'll be sure to experience a carefree... move. The bullet items below outline some useful packing tips that can help you save money, time, and your possessions.
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Disassemble anything you can. This helps save space.
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Label every box with its contents, the date and the room it came from.
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Mark boxes with breakables as "fragile."
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Use bubble wrap and/or newspaper to wrap fragile items.
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Put Styrofoam peanuts in boxes before you put in your breakables.
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Placing smaller boxes in larger boxes. This will help you make fewer trips.
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Remove wheels from everything with wheels to save on space.
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Tape nuts and bolts to the piece of furniture it belongs to. This will help you say better organized.
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Mark heavier boxes with their weight to avoid injury.
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Make sure all boxes are completely sealed.
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Pack a separate "emergency" box with things you'll need during the move.
Moving Your Items to Self Storage..
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Avoid using plastic garbage bags as a storage container. Plastic bags can promote mildew.
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Store longer items vertically.
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Store glass and mirrors between mattresses. this will cushion and protect the mirrors.
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Place heavier items to the bottom and smaller and lighter things on top.
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Start moving items to the back of the unit. Utilize the front area for odd shaped objects.
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Stack chairs on top of each other when possible.
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Group similar items together, keep room specific boxes together when possible