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Thoroughly vacuum all
upholstered furniture. One crumb can attract pests. |
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While on the subject
of pests, make sure to check the kids pockets for goodies. |
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Give your wood
furniture a good coating of polish before storing it. |
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Try to use one or
two size
boxes. That makes it easier to stack them. Dishes and books get
heavy, so use small boxes for easier lifting. Use wardrobe boxes for
better clothing. They can be reused for off season clothing. |
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When packing clothing,
do not put mothballs in the boxes - they will stain. |
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Fill boxes completely
to avoid collapsing. Use news print, Styrofoam peanuts or bubble
wrap. Seal boxes completely to keep dust out. |
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Use our
Complimentary Box Inventory form to keep track of box contents.
The information will make the job easier if you need to locate
something. |
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Try to disassemble
large furniture as much as possible. Remove table legs, tie together
and label. Put screws and hardware in a plastic bag and attach to
furniture. |
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We recommend mattress
covers for all bedding. Mattress covers, boxes and assorted moving
supplies are available in our offices at discounted prices. |
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Never store food other
than canned goods in your space. Food attracts pests. |
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Place more valuable
items in the back of your space and
furniture towards the front. If you are storing for a long
period, especially during seasonal changes, remember to place items
you might need where you can get to them. |
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Inventory
your electronics and valuable items prior to storing and keep
inventory with you. If you have valuable antiques, they should be
inventoried as well. You may want to photograph pieces being stored. |
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When placing
upholstered items or bedding in your space, use pallets or pieces of
wood to avoid contact with concrete or metal. |
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It's a good idea to
place boxes on pallets to allow air to circulate under and around
them. Try not to stack them to high. You can place boxes on top of
dressers and appliances. |
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Avoid storing items
such as glass water filled globes during the winter - they may
freeze. Avoid storing items such as candles during the hot weather -
they could melt. Just use common sense. |
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We suggest placing
drop cloths over your "stuff." This helps to protect from dust. |
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Create an aisle down
the center of your space for easy access to your "stuff." |
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Most importantly, come
visit your "stuff" on a nice breezy day and leave the door open for
awhile to help with air circulation. |
