Your antiques, whether they are family heirlooms, collectibles or inventory for your antique shop, have both monetary and often, sentimental value. You may have scoured the Internet and small-town shops looking for just the right pieces, or you may have inherited a home full of well-kept 19th-century furniture and knick-knacks. Whatever the case, when the time comes to find a place to keep them (because your garage or spare room just won't cut it), a Las Vegas self storage unit may be your best bet. Get the Right Storage Unit If the shed in your backyard is a bad place to store fragile antiques, the cheap self storage units down the street probably won't be any better. Climate controlled units are key when storing old upholstery, rustable metals, and especially books and artwork. The controlled temperatures in these units keep moisture away from your precious valuables and prevent rust, mold, and mildew from forming. Look for a unit with a dehumidifier if you need extra protection. You may have to pay a little more, but it will be worth the price if you are storing thousands of dollars worth of antiques! If you will be visiting your unit often, many facilities also offer drive-up storage units for your convenience. Check Out the Security The more valuable your antiques are, the more security you will need, right? Theoretically, but even if your great-grandmother's collection of monkey figurines now hold only sentimental value they still deserve to be kept in a well-protected storage unit. Before you rent a unit, make sure that you have to be let into the facility as a visitor. Look for facilities with alarms, cameras, a well-lit area, and a number you can call at any time if you have problems. Pack Well Even the best storage facility in the world can't offer maximum protection for your antiques if you don't pack them properly. Create an inventory of your antiques as you pack them (taking pictures of each item is ideal), and do some research on how best to store your particular items to preserve them for the long haul. Many Las Vegas storage facilities will help make packing easier by providing boxes, covers, and other storage materials at the site. Never hesitate to ask the manager on duty for more in-depth tips on how to store your antiques. And don't forget to make sure that your renter's or homeowner's insurance will still cover your antiques once they are no longer in your house! Call or visit us today to learn about our self-storage solutions! American Mini Storage 8250 South Maryland Parkway Las Vegas, NV 89123 (702) 625-9943
