How To Store The Tough Stuff

Freezers and Fridges

• Empty and wash the fridge or freezer 1-2 days before the move
• Ensure that it is clean and dry
• Store AND move standing up with the door slightly open to prevent smell
• When you take it out of storage, be sure to leave it unplugged for at least 6-8 hours to prevent damage (refer to the user manual for specifics)

Clothes and Blankets

• Store all closet clothing in our convenient wardrobe boxes which can be purchased at our location
• Any clothing that cannot be hung can be stored best in any large rubber containers with lids
• Wash and dry all clothing and sheets before packing them away
• Pack the boxes lightly to allow air to circulate between the layers

Mattresses and Bedsprings

• Store in a sealed mattress bag to prevent moisture from getting into the bag. Our mattress bags are designed to push moisture out and prevent it from coming in
• Store horizontally rather than vertically to avoid warping of springs and bedspring wood

Sofas and Chairs

• Remove the legs where possible
• Place on a skid to ensure circulation around the furniture
• Cover in fabric such as old sheets or towels and then place in a sofa or chair cover or shrink wrap to prevent dust
• *any leather pieces should be covered in sheets or towels and NOT shrink wrapped to allow for air circulation as the leather needs to breath*

Pictures

• Climate controlled storage is best for these items to avoid warping or cracks
• Store vertically and off the floor
• Cover in cotton sheets
• Slide between mattresses to ensure extra protection

Wood Furniture

• Wood will expand and contract according to the temperature and moisture content. Climate controlled storage is a good way to control the temperature and moisture content
• Store on skids to provide circulation around the piece
• Cover with old bed sheets to prevent dust

Stainless Steel Appliances

• Shrink wrap and then cover in blankets to prevent scratches to the appliance

Electronics

• Remove all batteries
• Use the original boxes if you have them still as they are best suited for that particular item
• Store in climate control setting to prevent drastic temperature and moisture changes

Fine China and Fragile Items

• Wrap individually in blank newsprint which can be purchased at our facility
• Place paper in all the empty spaces between each item in the box to prevent movement of the items in the box while being moved

Snow Blowers and Lawn Mowers

• Refer to the manual if you still have it and see how to winterize or store them properly
• Remove the gas and fluids to avoid dripping
• Place a piece of cardboard underneath to prevent leaking
• Use rust protection or wipe down the machine with an oil rag to prevent rusting

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