Business Storage Uses Almost any material and equipment utilized by a business can be stored and organized for use in a self storage facility. Some common uses of storage units include to store: office files, drop shipments, excess inventory, manufacturers’ samples, hospital/legal records, mobile equipment, retailers’ seasonal decorations, theatrical scenery, campaign materials, merchandise and supplies, and general business raw materials Self Storage is a convenient, safe and cost effective way for businesses to expand operations and maintain a competitive edge.

Specific Storage Tips Electrical Equipment: All equipment should be thoroughly cleaned and dry before it is stored. Any equipment with sealing doors, such as a refrigerator, should be stored with its door slightly ajar. Metal Equipment, Tools and Other Metal Items: All equipment needs to be clean. To retard rust, wipe all metal surfaces with a rag containing a few drops of machine oil. Files, Records and Other Documents: Pack books flat to protect their spines. Do not place boxes directly on concrete floors, but use pallets to prevent moisture absorption. Use packing to fill out empty pockets in the boxes. Do not pack fragile items in the same box with books and do not overload. Fabric Items: All items need to be clean and free from anything that may attract pests. Some facilities sell boxes which will help protect your items. Fragile Items: Place a layer of packing inside the bottom and at the top of boxes containing fragile items. All items should be individually wrapped placing the most fragile near the top of the cartons. Again, fill all pockets with packing. When stacking boxes that contain delicate items, place these on top of those containing heavy items. Label all boxes containing delicate items “FRAGILE”. Office Furniture: Place a pallet, corrugated cardboard mat, or plastic sheet on the floor and stand sofas on end. Disassemble furniture and wrap table legs in paper. If furniture, such as a table, will not disassemble, place padding on the floor and place the table on its top with legs pointing up. Most lightweight chairs can be stacked “seat to seat” or place upside down on other furniture. Keep upholstery off the floor. Finally, place a light dust cover over your furniture. C & L  sells covers for your convenience. Inspect Your Storage Space: The space should be clean with a door in good working order. Determine the Packing Accessories You Need: Paper, bubble-pack, tape, rope, drop clothes, polyurethane sheeting, furniture covers, pallets, dehumidifiers, file boxes and storage cartons. Some or all of these items may be for sale in the rental office. Fill Containers to Capacity: Partially full or bulging cartons may tip or collapse. Protect your fragile goods with packing and place them near the top of your storage space. Label Boxes: Keep a list of labeled boxes at your office for easy reference when you need to locate your goods. Pack the Storage Space Carefully: Leave air space around the perimeter to aid ventilation. Place a pallet on concrete floors and do not lean items against walls. Leave a walkway to the rear of your space for easy access. Use all the space available, including the height and place frequently used goods near the door.       Storage Tips:    Store household items while moving  Store excess furniture or appliances   Extra space for holiday decorations      Store your seasonal tools and garden supplies     Protect outside furniture from the harsh winter weather   Keep records convenient, yet out of the way      Extra garage for a vehicle, boat, camper or trailer       Great place for recreational equipment       (motorcycle, bicycle, snowmobile, etc.)      You decide time limit       Downsize or up-size when convenient       Great for college students    Reduce clutter around the house     Store business records to free-up valuable office space