When packaging your items, make sure to use quality, durable boxes. You will want to clean all items, and appliances, thoroughly before storing them. To help with organization and identification, number or label all of your boxes. Remember to never store perishable items (such as food) or flammable items (such as fireworks or gasoline) within your storage unit.

When storing your items in the unit, place a protection barrier between the concrete floor and your belongings. Place items you are going to access most during your stay in the front of the unit, and items you will rarely need in the back of the unit. For security purposes, place all valuable items in the back of the storage unit.

Remember to leave air space between items and the walls for ventilation. You want to make sure you leave enough space, if space allows, for an aisle to create easy access to the items in the back of the unit. Shelving can help maximize the space and access of your items.

When storing large items, such as furniture, make sure you cover them with a dust cover or a sheet.

Always store heavy items on the bottom and light, or awkward items, on the top.

Make sure you secure your unit with a superior lock, and continually visit your unit to check the condition of your items.