Take These Steps to Minimize the Risk of Damage to Your Storage Unit

5 October 2016
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A unit at your local self-storage center can provide the space for all your storage needs, but whether you need short- or long-term storage, you want to be sure that you don't cause any damage to the unit. While screw holes in the walls and the occasional dent might not concern the storage company, your rental agreement likely stipulates that you should avoid causing any greater forms of damage. Here are some steps that you can take to lessen the risk of causing damage within the self-storage unit. Read More 

Precautions To Take When Storing Car Tires

29 September 2016
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Your car's tires may look tough, given the kind of terrain and roads they regularly run over, but they are rather delicate things in storage.  Poor storage can damage the tires and risk your life and the lives of other road users when you start using the tires. Here are three storage precautions to take for your tires: Avoid Direct Sunlight or Heat Rubber, which is the primary component of tires, cracks when exposed to different weather elements. Read More 

Setting Up A Cleaner Storage Plan For Electronics

9 September 2016
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Not all objects can be put into storage without preparation. Humidity, leaks or even simple dust collection can cause corrosion on some components or create a heating problem that isn't easy to clean. Before putting computers, office equipment, or any electronics into storage, a few preparation considerations can keep your belongings in better condition for when you pick them up again. What Could Go Wrong With Simple Storage Consider a basic desktop computer. Read More 

Know Your Options When It Comes To Boat Storage

2 September 2016
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If you bought a boat to use during the summer months, you need to consider how you are going to store it during the cold winter months. You cannot simply leave the boat uncovered or else the elements and animals will be able to damage it badly. There are many options when it comes to storing your boat during winter. The guide below walks you through a few of the options to take into consideration. Read More 

How To Properly Store Documents

2 September 2016
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Documents, though small and seemingly insignificant, can be extremely important, containing information that may be irreplaceable. Improper storage of documents, whether on digital or physical media, can result in the loss of such information. This makes the proper storage of documents of paramount importance to help ensure that nothing is lost. Backups The first thing that you should do before putting any documents into storage is to make backup copies. For paper documents, scan them and have digital copies stored on a CD, USB drive, or hard drive somewhere. Read More