When you’re new to renting self-storage, it can be easy to develop misconceptions and make mistakes. These mistakes can cost you – your items could break, you could hurt yourself, or you could come back to find your items in worse condition than you left them. When you visit our Alhambra storage facility to determine the right one for your storage needs, consider making it a priority to learn all you can about your self-storage and avoid making mistakes that can hurt you and your possessions. Stacking Boxes Too High There’s nothing wrong with stacking your boxes, but you need to do it safely. Avoid piling them all on top of each other and hope for the best. Instead, you may want to think about utilizing shelving, which will make sure each box is fully supported and secure. You can stack lighter boxes on heavier boxes, but always be sure that the supporting box is sturdy and full enough to prevent sliding and falling. Putting Dirty Items in your Unit It’s always a good idea to clean your items before you move them into storage. For certain items, this just prevents discoloration and unpleasant smells. For others, like textiles, being clean is critical to their well being. Bacteria in dirty or damp cloth can grow and develop, eating away at the cloth and destroying it. Renting Too Much (or Too Little) Space When you rent more space than you need for your items, you waste money. On the other hand, when people have rented less space than they have needed, the outcomes are also not desirable. They: Break the lease and rent a new unit; Leave some of your items at home; Throw some of your items away; or Jam your stuff into a space that’s way too small for it. As you can see, none of those are good options. Avoid wasting money or having to choose between four awful options by picking the right sized unit in the first place. Use our online size guide to get a sense of our units’ sizes, then speak with one of our staff members to determine how much space you really need. Not Packing your Items Correctly It would be a terrible experience to come to your unit and find that your antique ceramics are chipped because they shifted as they settled in their box. It would be just as awful to find that your necklaces are tangled or that your sweaters are permanently creased. You can avoid these issues by packing your items with care before going into your unit. Glass items need to be cushioned with bubble wrap or air pillows and clothing should be placed in breathable garment bags, or else folded neatly to accommodate space in their boxes. Let US Storage Centers be your Guide for Storage Units in Alhambra If you need help with your Alhambra storage unit, don’t hesitate to ask our friendly, helpful staff. Our team knows everything you need to know about Alhambra storage units, so they’re your best resource for everything self-storage. Call or visit US Storage Centers’ Alhambra, California location today to learn more about how to safely, efficiently use the space you rent. US Storage Centers 2500 West Hellman Avenue Alhambra, CA 91803 (626) 377-9111
