Self-Storage Organization Tips
While a self-storage unit is a great place to keep your personal belongings and items for your business, it can be difficult to keep this space organized as you fill it up. This is especially true if you need to store many different types of items within your storage unit while ensuring that certain items are easily accessible. As a leading provider of quality storage unit rentals, the team at LoknStore knows how important effective organization is for every unit. That is why we have provided some self-storage organization tips to help you keep your unit organized, accessible, and safe.
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4 Methods to Keep Your Storage Unit Organized
To ensure that every item in your storage unit is easily accessible and effectively organized, you will need to perform the following actions:
1. Create an Inventory List
It can be difficult to remember every item that is placed in your storage unit, especially if many of them are in boxes. To ensure that everything is accounted for, you will need to create and maintain an inventory list. As you add items to your unit, write them down on this list. This will make it easy to know what is in your unit without needing to sort through it or open multiple boxes.
2. Place Items you Need Near the Front
Before placing items in your storage unit, you should identify items that will need to be accessed more frequently than others. These items can include documents, business products, tools, or sporting gear. Once you have identified these items, set them aside and place everything else in your unit. Be sure to place large and heavy items at the back of your unit and on the bottom of stacks, as heavy objects can crush lighter items. With these items in place, you can now take the items you set aside and place them near the front of your storage unit. This will minimize the amount of reorganization and labour required to retrieve these items over time.
3. Use Clear Storage Bins
Cardboard boxes are great for moving and shipping, but they can make organization and item identification more difficult. For more effective organization, consider using clear plastic bins for your household items and business products. Since these bins are transparent, you can quickly identify the contents and see if there is enough space for additional items.
4. Utilize Vertical Space
Every bit of space should be used to maximize the value of your storage unit. Utilize vertical space by stacking boxes as high as safely possible and ensure that all furniture is stored upright. If your stacks are exceptionally tall, consider storing a small step ladder in your unit to make access easier and safer.
To learn more about effective organization tips or to inquire about one of our storage units, get in touch with the team at LoknStore. We can be reached through our online contact form and will be happy to answer any questions you may have regarding our storage units.