- Be careful of anything that can cause mold or mildew. Don’t pack anything that is damp, wet, or in sealed plastic bags.
- Make sure to map out a space that you can use for access prior to filling the unit. You’ll need to be able to get in and out easily.
- Mark all boxes clearly on the outside and make sure that you can see the contents when packed in.
- Make sure you store heavy items on the bottom and fragile items up top.
- Use tape to prevent dust from getting into boxes.
- Seriously think about whether you want to store anything with a lot of sentimental value or things that can’t be replaced.
- Keep an inventory of items and look into getting the unit insured.
- Arrange the biggest items in the space before packing anything else.
- Be sure to keep items you will need to access on a regular basis at the front of the unit so that you can get to it easily.
