Important Tips for your Storage Unit
The best way for you to keep your personal items safe while renting a unit is to
invest in a good lock. A potential thief may not want to put in the time and
energy to break a lock they know will take effort, because the more time spent
attempting to break the lock, the more likely they may get caught. However, a
potential thief who finds an inexpensive, lower quality lock may be more
inclined to break in that unit if they think they can make quick work of it,
especially with the right tools on hand.
Therefore, CT Storage Units suggests a high-quality lock; although more
expensive, they provide a more reliable protection than a lower-quality one.
Our recommendation is a lock that has at least five pins, a thick shackle, and
an all-metal lock body which may make your unit more difficult to compromise.
For the ultimate protection of your personal goods, we suggest a lock made from
boron carbine – a material that is very hard to cut, even with the use of bolt
cutters. These locks might be more expensive but could offer superior protection.
What is the best outdoor padlock?
The Best outdoor padlocks typically feature weather-resistant or waterproof designs, such as a hardened steel body, chrome plating, and horizontal shackles to protect the lock's mechanism. Straight shackle padlocks feature a flat design that doesn't expose the locking bar to falling precipitation or water accumulation.
You can find a good padlock at any of your nearly hardware stores.
We have suggestions when it comes to storing
your items:
Cardboard Boxes: Do not place cardboard boxes directly on the floor if at all
possible. Instead, place your cardboard boxes on a pallet or pieces of wood to
allow for air circulation.
Clothing: Stored best when folded and placed inside furniture (which also
allows you to maximize space).
Perishable Food Items: Do not bring any
perishable food items into your unit, as it could attract unwanted vermin.
Books, Papers and Documents: To protect against any moisture damage, store on
top of pallets or pieces of wood. We suggest a unit with climate control
options.
Tools: Metal tools & sports equipment should be wiped clean – we suggest
using a rag with a few drops of machine oil for climate protection.
Mattresses: Do not wrap your mattress in plastic. Instead, wrap your mattress
in cotton sheets. Keep as much of the mattress off the floor as possible to
allow for air circulation.
Machinery & Vehicles: To avoid any dangerous and odorous fumes, please
store your vehicles or any fuel burning machinery with a full tank of gas.
Dishes & Glassware: To minimize the risk of any damage, wrap all dishes and
glassware individually with parchment or newspaper and use it to fill in any
unused space.
Storing Items in Containers: If you do not choose a climate controlled unit,
any soft goods such as clothing, linen, or paper should be stored in plastic
containers to protect them from moisture.
Valuables: Anything of value that would be difficult or impossible to replace,
whether financial or sentimental – such as important documents, photos, jewelry
or currency – should be kept with you and only put into storage if there are no
other alternatives.