Fortress Self Storage

How To Choose Between Indoor And Outdoor Vehicle Storage

When choosing between indoor and outdoor vehicle storage, you should first think about how frequently you will be driving the vehicle. Most vehicles that end up in a storage unit are only used seasonally or a few times a year. Good examples of this are recreational vehicles, boats, jet skis, and classic cars. Vehicles that are used more frequently can be stored outdoors with less problems because they will not spend …

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Storing Important Documents

Self storage can be an important asset in protecting and preserving private information, but only if certain steps are taken. When planning to archive business or personal documents in a self-storage unit, be sure to consider these tips from Extra Space: Tip #1: Make sure the security features available at the self-storage facility are optimal: Convenient operating hours when you or your employees can access the information Keypad entry systems, security …

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How to Store Computers and Electronics

Protecting computers and electronics from damage while they are in storage is a straightforward process, and an important one. Rust, mold, cracking, breakage or flooding can render a high-end piece of equipment useless. The following are recommended steps to make sure you will be able to unpack your computer, printer, scanner, media component, power tool, etc. in the same working condition it was originally stored. Selecting a Storage Unit Controlling the …

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Choosing Boxes and Packing Materials

Once the decision is made to move things into self storage southland, the next step is to decide how to pack them correctly. The first step is finding boxes. Many of us have made the mistake of going to local liquor stores or grocery stores, only to find that they break down boxes almost as soon as they receive them. If they do save boxes, they typically are a variety of …

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Things to do before storing

Self-storage units don’t have to be a space you visit once or twice a year to dig something out of a stack of boxes. They can be highly organized, easily accessible spaces that free up necessary space in your home or office. To get the most out of them, though, it is best to plan ahead before you start loading up the truck. Here are steps to help you plan: Things …

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Removals & Storage: Packing, Unpacking & Moving Tips

Professional packing and unpacking services are available in most states and can be organised by the removalist, be aware that this can involve an additional fee. If you decide to use Professional Unpacking services be aware that this involves the removal of your goods from cartons (boxes) and crates onto a flat surface and the removal of such flattened cartons and packing materials - ask your removalist company for more information …

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How to Keep Your Storage Safe

Here are some pointers on how to keep your storage safe: Be clean - White goods should be cleaned before storing. Doors should be secured slightly opened to assist aeration. A deodorizer inside fridges or freezers is also a good to maintain freshness. Placing items inside fridges or freezers that are heavy or sharp is not a good idea as they may cause damage. Use deodorizer - Empty the contents of …

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Self Storage: Helpful Hints

We strive to make your storage experience a pleseant one. However a few cautionary words and some helpful hints on what can and can’t go into storage. What can’t I store? Common sense and the law determine what you can and cannot store. However, under your self storage agreement, you cannot store flammable, dangerous, explosive, illegal, environmentally harmful or perishable goods. Mowers and other diesel or petrol powered engines must have …

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Storage Hints and Tips: How to Save Money, Time and Effort?

Maintain and protect your goods while in storage by using self storage packing products such as Cartons and boxes, porta-robes, wrapping paper, tape and plastic covers. Always fill boxes to capacity because parially full or bulging boxes may collapse. Pack books flat not on edge. Heavy items should be packed in small boxes for ease of handling. Pack and label cartons room by room to make unpacking easier, if you have …

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Self Storage Tips

The following storing tips are designed to assist you when moving into your self storage space. Start with objects you know you definitely will not need. Place large, solid items into your storage space first. Stack   small items, especially boxes, on top of large items. Stand long items on their side if possible. Remember it’s a Big Box so try to use the height of the unit. Use the space …

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Checklist Before Moving To Self Storage

Important Authorities and Business Houses to notify of your change of address are: Electoral Office Motor Vehicle Registration and Licence Authority Taxation Office Banks and Financial Advisers Insurance Companies Educational Institutions Department of Social Security (re Pension payments, Family Payments etc) Medicare Club Membership Subscriptions Hints to save you time and money The use of Packing accessories such as Cartons, Porta Robes, Paper, Tape, Bubble-wrap and Plastic covers will maintain and …

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12 Terrific Moving Tips When You’re Moving Your Home

Who can’t use some moving tips when they’re packing up their whole life for a new home? If you’re among thousands of people who have picked up and moved their family to a new home or a new community, you have fresh memories of some of the ups and downs or thrills or frustrations of moving. Drawing from personal experience, I know there are lots of ways to help make your …

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How to Start Packing for Your Move

Moving takes time and if you’re doing your own packing, which most people will, make sure you give yourself lots of time; at least six weeks before your move date and plan carefully.  Careful planning and packing will save you time, money and a lot of hair pulling. Where To Start? Decide what will move with you and what will stay behind. There may be items that you don’t need anymore …

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How to Move Your Plants

Nothing makes a home feel more welcoming, warm and alive than house plants. And if you’re like me, your plants are part of the family; a member you can’t part with very easily. But just like our fragile antiques, moving plants need special attention. Take some time to consider if it’s best to move your plants or if you don’t think they’ll survive, then make sure you find a good home. …

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