Storage Tips

At Stor-A-Way, we care about the safety of your belongings. We want to make sure that your items stay intact and free of damage when you store with us. Please take a look at these helpful storage tips to follow when packing and storing in order to keep your things free from harm.

• Pack all items carefully and plan ahead to avoid future hassle and damage during transport.
• Use sturdy boxes that are not worn out and will not crush under the weight of other boxes.
• Fill all boxes to capacity and pack newspaper, towels, or shredded paper to fill in any empty spaces.
• Don’t make your boxes too heavy by overloading.
• Seal all boxes with packing tape to keep out any dust from collecting while in storage.
• Pack fragile items in towels or paper and pack tightly to avoid shifting and damage during moving.
• Wrap all sharp objects in cloth to avoid harm while unpacking.
• Make sure all items are dry when packing to prevent mold.
• Wrap mirrors and frames with bubble wrap to keep glass from breaking.

• Disassemble tables and any other furniture to save space while in your storage.
• Use furniture covers and moving blankets to help protect your furnishings.
• Do not store any materials that are flammable or combustible, including gasoline, oil or cleaning supplies.
• Lawnmowers and other equipment that use gasoline should be drained before being put in storage.