Appliances

Wet appliances. ie. Fridges, Washing Machines, should be stored clean and DRY. Mould and or rust will effect your appliances!
Fridge - Make sure the door is kept open to allow adequate ventilation.
Washing Machine - Make sure there is no water in the bottom of your machine.


Furniture

Drop sheets will help keep dust from getting into your furniture. Hard furniture should be protected with a blanket, or bubble wrap.


Crockery

Firm packing with lots of paper will help keep china and the like from breaking. Keep weight in mind, ie don't fill a large box with china. It is quite heavy.
Stack fragile boxes on top.


Mirrors, and Paintings

Do not store these flat. The glass will break with the slightest pressure.
Store mirrors and sheets of glass on their side.
Do not sit glass directly on a floor. There must be some wrapping or other soft material between the glass and the floor.


Remove Batteries

Take batteries out of appliances.


Mowers

Keep in mind mowers smell! Remove all petrol, oil, old grass cuttings, dirt, ( another good way for critters to find there way into your storage unit.)


Stereos, Televisions, Computers

These items are sensitive to dust and mishandling. Wrap well, and put in boxes. Seal the boxes. Stack these on top.


DO NOT STORE THESE ITEMS!!!

( It is ILLEGAL to store the following. )

Petrol

Explosives

Illegal Goods

Hazardous Materials

Do Not Store Perishable goods, ie fruit, vegetables, plants, grass clippings.




VISIT YOUR UNIT OCCASIONALLY
*Please be aware that these hints are offered as a guide only. There is no-one who knows the condition of your belongings better than you. Please keep in mind that you are the only person with access to your storage unit. We recommend that you inspect your unit every 3 months.