There are many items that shouldn’t be put into a storage unit, but unfortunately some aren’t common sense. Self-storage in Harbor City is widely available and may allow different types of items to be stored within their units, however, there are just some that shouldn’t be in any! Read further for a detailed list of items you may not want to store away. 1: Pets or any other living creature Even though this is considered common sense, many people unfortunately sneak and live in their units because it’s far cheaper. Even though a self-storage unit may be climate controlled, there isn’t proper ventilation for the animal to live a sufficient life in. Please do not put pets in a self-storage unit, even for a short period of time. 2: Flammable items We aren’t talking about immediate flammable items, although these items shouldn’t be stored in there either; we’re talking about items such as nail polish remover, liquid bleach, matches, lamp oil, batteries and more. If you’re storing toys that use batteries, especially large batteries, please remove them before placing them in a storage unit. This could catch fire and ruin your possessions as well as the surrounding units. 3: Food Food should never be stored in a self-storage unit. This isn’t because it will spoil and you could get sick, but because it can attract pests into your furniture, mattress, toys and more. Pests are extremely small and while most stay out of units, pesky little ones can wreak havoc amongst items. 4: Firearms It’s important to never store firearms in storage. If one must, and the self-storage facility allows, make sure to completely remove ammo from the gun and store the firearm in a gun safe. Make sure to not store the ammunition with the firearms. Leave the gun completely empty in the storage unit. 5: Fuel Last but not least, you may have to put a lawnmower or a motorcycle in a storage unit for a period of time. When you do, it’s important to drain the tanks completely. This is because the vapor from gasses can cause a build up and leak, creating a dangerous combination. In conclusion, while you may think you can store firearms in storage units, or fuel, it’s best if one doesn’t. If someone breaks in and steals a firearm and you leave your ammunition, it can be a recipe for disaster. If one leaves fuel, it can cause danger to not only your storage unit in Harbor City, but also other units around yours. US Storage Centers 1239 257th Street Harbor City , CA 90710 (424) 208-5738
