Storage Tips
Here are helpful hints to storing your belongings safely while minimizing your storage costs.
Boxes:
- Try to use uniform sized boxes when possible. They are easier to stack and reduce the chances of toppling. Remember to keep the heavy ones on the bottom, and the light ones on top.
- Do not stack your boxes higher than eye level.
- Leave yourself walking space to get to all your things. Just Right’s shelving units can really make a difference when accessing your belongings.
Appliances:
- A refrigerator or freezer should be completely dry and stored with the door slightly ajar.
- You can store things on top of stoves, dishwasher and freezers.
Furniture:
- Always disassemble beds and tables in order to save space.
- Use chair cover, sofa covers, mattress covers in order to keep these items clean during transit.
- You can use the tops of tables and dressers to stack boxes.
Dishes and Glassware:
- Make sure to carefully pack boxes containing dishes and glassware. All dishes should be individually wrapped.
- Using newsprint to fill any unused space minimizes the risk of breakage during transit.
- Make sure to identify boxes containing dishes as “FRAGILE”.
Clothing:
- Fold your clothes properly to and store them in dressers to minimize space usage.
- Use wardrobe boxes to hang your clothing.
Motorcycles and Small Engine Tools:
- Ensure that you drain the gas tank on lawnmowers, chainsaws, snow blower or motorcycles. Flammable and combustible materials are strictly prohibited.