Very few things in life are more terrifying than flipping on the light in your Harbor City storage unit and seeing dozens of tiny creepy crawlies quickly disappear under your stuff. For some, it’s enough to make them want to slam the door and leave, never to return again. For others, it’s simply an annoyance. Either way, these little beasts are capable of destroying your property, but infestations are totally preventable. Common Pests Rodents Cockroaches Moths Bed Bugs Ants Spiders How the Facility Manages Pests Every facility will have its own method for keeping pests at bay. Rest assured, they’re doing everything they can to keep the exterior property and all public areas free and clear. They also monitor for signs of bug and rodent activity and act quickly if anything is ever noticed. However, much of the time, pests sneak in like miniature hitchhiking ninjas, attaching themselves to belongings brought in by others storing their stuff. Before You Move In Before you move anything in, do a quick inspection of the room and check for gaps. Lots of pests can slide into spaces as thin as a credit card and mice only need a hole the size of a nickel. The facility’s staff will have checked as well, but a second set of eyes always helps. If you notice anything of concern, let the staff know. You can also ask them if and when the unit was treated with insecticide. If they don’t treat the insides of units or it wasn’t recent, you may want to give it a quick spritz. You’ll also want to follow up with regular interior treatments, as the space and its contents are yours. Preventative Measures Keeping your Harbor City storage unit pest-free is fairly simple, but it does require that you take some preventative measures. Make sure everything you store is clean and dry. Use hot water and soap to kill any critters before packing, even if you don’t see anything. Vacuum furniture and wipe away any residue. Scrub appliances and ensure there are no crumbs to attract pests. Don’t store anything living, including plants. Don’t keep perishable foods in your unit. Use packing crates or other means to keep your items off the ground. Use plastic bins rather than boxes if moisture may be an issue. Visit your space frequently and look for signs of an issue while you’re there. If you notice anything, report it to on-site staff. Consider using cedar, which is believed to ward off rodents and moths, throughout your unit. Vigilance and prevention are the keys. As long as you don’t bring them and don’t feed them, these unwanted guests will pass you by. Call or visit our self storage facility in Harbor City today. US Storage Centers 1239 257th Street Harbor City, CA 90710 (424) 208-5738
