When you choose to store your items at storage units, Somerset, you want to make sure that not only are your items safe, but they are also stored correctly, so any damp, cold or other issues can’t damage them in the long-run.
When you choose personal storage from Your Store Bridgwater, Somerset storage units, we pride ourselves on offering incredibly secure, cost-effective storage solutions, with our anti-theft fencing, electronically operated gates, CCTV and uniquely coded access with a key fob. You can be rest assured knowing that your items are safe whilst stored away.
However, have you done everything you can do to ensure that inside your storage unit Somerset your valuables are protected? Read on to find out the steps you can take to ensure your valuables stay protected whilst in storage.
Having reliable long-term storage in Somerset, including our wide range of business storage solutions, means you can keep hold of any unused, old or spare electrical items, without cluttering up your office space. However, when storing electrical goods in your Somerset storage units, it is important to make sure they are correctly packaged and stored, keeping them safe and protected whilst not in use.
Failure to store your electrical items in your storage unit correctly, could cause your items to become damaged.
While we are pretty flexible with what you can store in your Somerset storage units, there are several things that we politely ask you not store, including:
For a full list of what you cannot store in your storage unit, Somerset, see our blog post ‘what can’t be stored in a storage unit’. Some items should not be stored and not complying with these can put your rental agreement at risk as well as your and others’ valuables.
If you’re storing expensive items and valuables, including old vinyl, clothing, artwork, cars or other sentimental items, it is important to store them correctly in your self-storage Somerset unit. Some assets, including pottery, crockery, mirrors and glass are easy to store, simply wrap them in bubble wrap and ensure they are not placed beneath heavy items.
However, other items, such as clothing or fabrics, can easily absorb any moisture and are more susceptible to bugs, mold or damp. To prevent this, fabrics should be stored clean and in anti-moth bags. One fantastic way to ensure your items are stored safely is by laying PVC or rubber side matting on the floor of your storage units. Not only does this provide a softer surface for you to stack your belongings onto, it will also help to insulate your storage unit and prevent damp from penetrating your neatly packed storage boxes.
Chat to our team of advisors for tips and tricks on how to best store your items in your storage unit, Somerset!
If you’re storing valuables in your store Bridgwater long-term storage, regardless of what you’re storing, get insurance. Insuring your valuables is a surefire way to keep them protected. While some content insurance policies can cover 3rd party storage units, before storing valuables, we recommend checking with your insurance provider.
Organising insurance for your Somerset self storage unit can cover you and your items from a wide range of incidents, including:
According to the UK self-storage trading body (The Self Storage Association UK), “if the goods are worth storing, they are worth insuring.”
Would you benefit from storing your valuables in a Somerset storage unit? At Your Store Bridgwater, we have a wide range of cost-effective storage options available for homes and businesses of any size! Contact our friendly team at 01278 448871 or email us at info@yourstorebridgewater.co.uk and we can help find a unit perfect for your needs.
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