Helpful Hints & Tips When Self Storing:
- Firstly, make an inventory of stored items, including brand names. This way you will always remember what is in the storage unit.
- If white goods are going into store, you should defrost the fridge or freezer about a week beforehand (leaving the doors open) and ensure your washing machine is clean and dry.
- Never store precious items such as jewellery, money, deeds, coins or collections.
- We cannot accept hazardous goods such as paint, aerosols, gas bottles or other potentially dangerous items.
- Obviously no plants or animals should be put in store.
- We also recommend that everything going into store is clean and dry - so think about any items that live outside the house and get them ready well in advance.
- Always use strong cardboard boxes for moving.
- Use wardrobe cartons which allow you to store garments on hanging rails in the box to keep their shape.
- Wrap fragile and electrical items in bubble wrap or covers and box if possible.
- Large flat-pack boxes can be used as a mirror sleeve. Simply wrap your mirror or picture in bubble wrap or packing paper and slip it into a flat-pack carton and tape up the ends securely.
- Don't stack bulging boxes as they'll tip over. Always place lighter, more fragile items on top of heavier boxes.
- Lawn mowers and petrol engines should be drained to prevent explosion and fire.
- Do not pack heavy items onto upholstered furniture or sofas.
- Protect soft furnishings with wrappers.
- Maximise space by dismantling furniture where possible and stack boxes together.
If you need any help or advice please ask our friendly staff - you can call us on 01522 524772 or email us info@scott-storage.co.uk
If you need assistance in store with heavier items, please let us know and we'll be pleased to help you.
