Moving items in and out of storage can start to become a difficult task, so we are here to provide you with some tactics for efficiently moving items. Consider these four tips to making the moving process in and out of storage more efficiently!
- Choosing a Storage Facility
- Storing unused items like, furniture or holiday decorations, in the attic or garage seems convenient and accessible. However, if you plan on repurposing your garage you will start to run out of storage space. When it comes to winter time, the lack of storage space can become a headache. When it comes to storing items in the attic, attics are subject to roof leaks and pests, which can destroy your items. A storage unit is often more convenient because it can help keep the clutter away from your space. Plus, when you start to plan a move, you won’t have as many items to move from one place to the next.
- Creating Pathways Within Your Storage Space
- When it comes to storing your items in a storage unit, you will have to consider how to move your items more efficiently throughout your storage unit. While making a pathway in your storage unit can be a waste of space, it can also make the access to your items in the back of your storage unit easier. We recommend using a vertical area by placing heavy items underneath lighter ones and stacking them to the ceiling. This will help optimize storage space and making a pathway.
- Picking the Right Vehicle for Moving
- Is your car big enough, or should you rent a truck or van to help move your items into storage? It really all depends on how many and how big your items are that you plan on storing. Here are a few options for vehicles to move your items; pickup truck, box truck, and/or a cargo trailer.
- Make Your Bigger Items Smaller
- When shifting items between storage spaces and vehicles can be faster if your items are smaller and stackable. The more compact your items are, the easier it is to save space within your storage unit. Making your larger items like furniture smaller, you can consider disassembling them or using vacuum bags on items like clothing.
Finding a good system for moving your items in and out of your storage unit is key. Milt’s Mini Storage is here for all your storage needs. We offer gate access, security cameras, and we an on-site live-in manager. Milt’s Mini Storage® offers self-storage units, at a reasonable and fair price. Call us today to see what we offer!