Follow this guide to make the most of your storage unit.
- Declare to the staff, all items to be stored when reserving your unit. Not only will they guide you to the right size unit, but also make sure you're not planning to store items that are unfit for this type of storage.
- Make sure you value your goods correctly, so that we can provide you with the right insurance cover.
- Decide if you want to have access to any of your goods. If so, put these aside and store them last. If you have a number of goods that you will need regular access to, then Safestore have racking units that you can buy or hire.
- Not all units are suitable for 24 hour access. If you require this service we can happily supply you with the right unit.
- Unload your goods in the loading bay, and use the available trolleys to transport your goods to your unit. Do not overload the trolley, and stack safely.
- Start by placing a dust sheet on the floor to protect your goods.
- Identify your heaviest and fullest boxes. Put these and your bulky items in first.
- Store sofas and mattress on end. Stack chairs pad to pad.
- Continue to select your boxes by heaviest & fullest, and start to stack, maximising your space. Stack from the back of the unit, making your way to the front. Make sure you stack safely!
- Don't forget to use single items to gap fill as you go.
- Make sure sharp edges or garden tools etc are safely packed to avoid accidents. All outside equipment should be cleaned before storage, and lawnmower blades etc, lightly oiled.
- Clearly identify fragile goods, and store them safely.
- When all your items have been placed in the unit, place a dust sheet over your goods to keep clean and protected.
- Secure your unit with one of our quality padlocks, a choice of 3 are available.
- If you have hired a van from us, then please clean out and return by the agreed time.
- Remember: You must register with reception each time you wish to visit your unit. This is for your own safety and security.