A Self-storage unit can contain various types of items. These items might be so different from each other that one item can damage the other. This means that if items are not stored correctly it can lead to unwanted and unnecessary damage to valuable goods.
Besides the damaging factor, there is also the access factor. Storage units needs to be easily accessible because when one or more items needs to be retrieved from the unit it is best to be able to do so in the fastest way possible, especially if the item is needed for an emergency. Therefore, items should be stored in the right way to promote access.
The damaging factor and access factor plays a big role in the reason for keeping your self-storage unit neat and tidy. There is another factor that can also play a big role in ensuring that the items stored in the unit remains there and that no items are taken without permission, and if items are taken to ensure you would be able to see what items is missing.
This comes into play if one or more family members or employees have access to the self-storage unit. It is particularly important to store the items in such a way that stock can be accounted for.
How to I keep my Self-Storage unit neat?
- Pack large items together and small vulnerable items together separately to avoid damage to items
- Use containers and boxes to pack items in to keep them from getting damaged
- Pack items against the walls of the storage unit keeping enough room for movement between items and a pathway to get to the back of the storage unit to make access easier.
- Make use of a portable shelf or cabinet to store items in to benefit ease of access and to avoid small or random items from laying around in the storage unit.
- Make a stock list of the items inside the unit and insert a place where you can make a note each time you take out an item and where other individuals can make notes when they take out items to make the record-keeping process as smooth as possible and avoid goods from being taken
- The stock list can also assist with narrowing down who had access lastly and which person might have taken an item that were not accounted for or marked as taken on the stock list
There are various other ways that one can use to ensure that your storage unit is kept neat and tidy to ensure safekeeping of items in the unit.
Our self-storage units at Stor Box are the perfect place where you can make us of your organizing skills to ensure your self-storage unit is always neat.
Contact us at Stor Box today and browse our website for more information on the types of storage units we can offer you. We are here to help you store your items as safely as possible.