Storage Tips

HELPFUL HINTS

 Packing your goods in cartons, sealng with tape, and using bubble-wrap etc. will help prevent damage and best utilize your storage unit. Cartons should be full as half full or over full cartons can easily fall over. Label all cartons and store in such a way that you can see the labels.

 

FURNITURE

Remove contents of wardrobes and drawers. Clothing and personal goods can be packed in cartons with mothballs to protect the contents. Ensure that there are no food crumbs as this can attract vermin and insects. To conserve space, it is often advisable to remove table legs etc. where possible.

DISHES AND GLASSWARE

Store in cartons. Start with a layer of packing material such as bubble wrap. nest cups, bowls, plates, etc. Fill all the gaps between these items to prevent them moving in transit. There should be a layer of packing material between all items and the carton should be securely taped up and labeled. Never store anything on top of cartons of fragile items.

 

ARTWORK AND MIRRORS

Paintings, glass windows etc. should be in a flat-pack carton. Store them standing on their edges in an upright position.

 

METAL ITEMS

Wrapping silver in plastic bags can help reduce tarnishing. Wipe chrome or cast iron with oil to retard rust.

APPLIANCES

 Ensure your fridges and freezers are clean and dry before storing them. Doors should be left slightly ajar to allow air-flow through these items, you can do this by taping a small piece of rolled up cardboard in the edge of the door. Don't store items inside whiteware as this can cause damage to your appliances.

COMPUTERS, TELEVISIONS, AND STEREOS

Electrical equipment is delicate and sensitive to shock, damp, and dust. The original packaging is perfect and should be used if you still have it. If you need to pack in alternative cartons, secure all small parts and ensure that switches, tone arms, doors and lids are not damaged. Ensure that the cartons you use are clean and dry, and seal with gaffer tape.

BATTERY OPERATED APPLIANCES AND TOYS

Remove ALL batteries to avoid damage from leaking batteries. Remember to remove these from remote controls, and all other small appliances.

MUSICAL INSTRUMENTS AND EQUIPMENT

Like computers etc, these items are easily damaged through dust, moisture, cold, heat, and poor packaging. Use the appropriate cases for instruments wherever possible. If storing for extended periods, make sure that they are sealed up. don't store instruments where there are frequent changes in temperature. Electrical equipment is treated in the same manner as other electrical goods. Remember to remove all batteries and reduce string tension if stored for exptended periods.

MOWERS AND OTHER MACHINERY

To prevent fire and risk of leakage, drain fuel and oil from all machinery stored inside.

 

PLANNING YOUR STORAGE SPACE

Start at the back of your unit, storing large or heavy items at the bottom and rear, with light or fragile items near the top and front. Store any items that you may need regular access to at the front. In a large unit, you may need to allow for a central walkway to provide access to items near the back. Remember to interlock your cartons to help prevent personal injury or damage to your goods.

 

MOVING CHECKLIST

Arrange disconnection and reconnection of Power, Phone etc. Cancel any newspapers, milk, etc. Postshop can assist you with redirection of mail.

Important Authorities  to notify of your change of address are: LTSA, IRD, Banks and Financial Advisers, Insurance Companies, and WINZ.

THE STORAGE AGREEMENT

This is a written agreement, designed for the protection of the storer and the facility owner and staff. Be sure to read it thoroughly. If you have any questions ask our staff.

  

WHAT NOT TO STORE

Any goods that are illegal, stolen, inflammable, explosive, environmentally harmful, hazardous, perishable or that are a risk to the property of any person. eg. Chemicals, acid, petrol, paint. 

 

Expanding Your Business Through Self Storage
 

BETTER BUSINESS THOUGH SELF STORAGE

  • Self Storage is cost effective.
  • Self Storage is safe.
  • Self Storage is convenient.
  • Self Storage allows you to expand your business without expanding your premises.
  • Self Storage is flexible, you can increase or decrease the space to suit your requirements.
  • Access is convenient and easy.
  • No appointment needed for access.
  • You control the key to your space.
  • You maintain total control over who is allowed to access the space.
  • Businesses of all types, sizes and maturity can benefit by using Self Storage spaces.
  • Expanding businesses may be limited by lack of appropriate in-house storage space.
     

Self Storage allows you to:   

 

  • Select the amount of space you need.
  • Choose the length of time you store.
  • Only pay for the space you need.

 

BUSINESS STORAGE USES  

  • Almost anything can be stored and organised for use in Self Storage.
  • Office files.
  • Mobile equipment.
  • Seasonal decorations.
  • Theatrical scenery.
  • Campaign materials.
  • Business records.
  • Manufacturer's samples.
  • Additional supplies.
  • Self Storage may help your travelling sales people by having stock on hand.

INSURE YOUR GOODS IN STORAGE

The goods you place in a Self Storage space are yours and remain your sole responsibility. You should always have them covered by insurance. Your goods are not insured by the Picton Self Storage™. Check with your company's insurance provider to see if your coverage already has provision for items stored offsite - you may already be covered.

 

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