Storage and Moving Tips and Tricks
Here's a few handy tips to consider when packing, moving and storing your valuables and personal effects in a Storage 2000 unit:
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Furniture
Place large items at the base of your storage unit as these provide a good base to put lighter items on.
Covering your furniture will provide additional protection against dust and dismantle furniture to save space. Stacking chairs seat-to-seat can save space but remember to place cloth or paper between each seat.
Large items such as couches can be placed on their end to save space but avoid placing heavy items on top.
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Breakables
Separately wrap each items before storing in packing boxes and avoid placing heavy items on top! It is a good idea to place paper on the bottom on the carton and on top to prevent the carton from caving in.
Plates, saucers and bowls on their sides. When packing cups and mugs pack the centre with extra paper for stability. And of course always clearly label cartons that are filled with breakables as 'FRAGILE'.
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Books, Valuables and Clothing
Archive file boxes are the best for important documents as they are sturdy and enable easy retrieval. For books and crockery we suggest using smaller boxes and recommend that you avoid overfilling cartons. This prevents your precious items falling through the base of the cartons.
An alternative to storing your clothing in boxes is a Porta-Robe. These allow you to store your clothing on hangers which preserves the shape of your garments. Porta-Robes are on sale at Storage 2000 Facilities.
Moving Checklist
Feel free to print this to assist you with your move.
| Have you made arrangements for your pets? | |
| Asked for final accounts for electricity, gas, telephone, etc? | |
| Cancelled all rental agreements? | |
| Told your solicitor, bank, doctor you are going? | |
| Notified your insurance company? | |
| Cancelled milk and newspaper deliveries? | |
| Redirected subscriptions to magazines? | |
| Redirected your mail with Australia Post? | |
| Prepared an inventory for yourself? | |
| Separated important documents and keys to take? | |
| Defrosted the fridge and freezer? | |
| Cleared out the garage or shed? | |
| Cancelled pay television at your current address? |
