19 April 2018
Moisture is a major problem when you are storing anything. In a well maintained storage unit, the main causes of moisture will be from moisture you bring in or moisture from the humidity in the air. Fortunately, there are a few things you can do to help cut down on moisture issues. Tip #1: Only store completely dry items This may seem like common sense, but moisture has a way of sneaking into a storage unit and causing mildew.
27 February 2018
While living in your first or second apartment, you may have a lot of furniture and belongings that you bought used or were able to get for free from family and friend. So, you may not be too worried about their longevity because you intend on replacing everything in the future. In this case, renting a non-climate-controlled storage unit may not be an issue due to its affordability. This situation is a lot different when you have valuable possessions and furniture collections that you intend on keeping and maintaining for your entire life.
10 January 2018
Taxidermy mounts are one of kind trophy that's impossible to replace. When you need to place them in storage, you want to know that they're stored correctly. It can be hard to know how to store them properly, but with a little know-how, you'll be able to store your trophies with confidence. In A Crate When it comes times to store your hunting trophy, you'll want to ditch any notion of storing it in a plastic bag.
21 November 2017
If you are out of space in your home and you don't have any more room to store kids clothes and toys, sporting equipment, dishes and items for special occasions at your home and more, it's time to look at your options. You can try to consolidate and save space by changing the way that you store things, and by getting some of the items that you need to keep out of your home.
17 May 2017
If you are moving to a new area, you may need to put all of your appliances in storage, including your refrigerator. If so, use the following three-step guide to prepare your refrigerator before you put it in a self-storage unit. Step 1: Defrost And Drain The Appliance The first step involves making sure that all water is drained out of the appliance. After removing any food, unplug the unit, and let the freezer fully defrost.
4 May 2017
If you collect jewelry, then it can be easy to amass a small collection of pieces within a short amount of time. This is even truer when it comes to gemstone jewelry. A variety of different pieces can be created from gemstones, therefore, this makes them incredibly popular. In addition, this makes it easy to run out of space to store all of your pieces. If you do find yourself short on space, then renting a storage unit is the next best thing.
13 April 2017
There are almost certain to be times in your life when you need to store items during a move or put away things that you may later need, but that don't currently fit in your home. Storage facilities offer secure, sheltered locations for these items, but renting a storage unit can cost more than you think. However, there are some ways to keep costs manageable without compromising the condition of your things.
11 April 2017
You may have decided to sell handmade bath and body products, or perhaps the demand from your customers has gotten so great that you have run out of room at your home to store them. You may have thought of renting a self storage unit to keep the excess products you have created, and this is a good idea, as long as you package and store them properly. How do you store your bath and body products to keep in a storage unit?
10 April 2017
In many parts of the country, storing your boat in the fall and winter months is necessary. The cold temperatures can be damaging to the boat's engine and propulsion systems so proper preparation and storage is key to keeping the boat in good condition and ready for the next year. Whether you are going to store the boat for a few months or much longer, take the time to do it right and the boat will be ready to use when you are ready to use it.
6 April 2017
Controlling the environment in your self-storage unit at a facility like East "O" Street Self Storage LLC can help to keep your items protected from damage. Renting a climate-controlled unit is the first step in protecting your items, as the temperature control shields your unit from extreme heat and cold. There are, however, several other things you can do to provide even more protection. Here are a few things you may want to consider as you look for a climate-controlled storage unit.