Protecting your possessions against earthquake damage isn’t something most people spend a lot of time thinking about, but preparing both your home and personal storage unit prior to an earthquake can help ensure your possessions don’t incur costly damage.

Arctic Self Storage in Anchorage, AK, has been a leading provider of affordable self-storage units for over 30 years. During that time, the family-owned company has specialized in helping countless individuals keep their belongings intact by utilizing their climate-controlled storage units in the face of extreme temperatures and other natural disasters.

According to the staff at Arctic Self Storage, there are several best practices you should consider to help protect your belongings before an earthquake hits, including:

• Anchor Large Objects: Large objects like bookcases and cabinets should be anchored to protect them from tipping over.
• Have Cabinets That Latch: Breakable items are best stored in cabinets that latch to avoid spilling out during an earthquake.
• Be Mindful Of Heavy Objects: Store heavy objects either on the ground or on low shelves to avoid damage from falling.
• Be Cautious Stacking Boxes: When you arrange boxes in a storage area, be cognizant of fragile items. Breakable items should be boxed up and stored away from anything that may fall.
• Move Items To Commercial Storage: Move items and furniture you use sparingly to a secure storage area. This declutters the home and will help you avoid the potential damage from falling items.

To learn more about the various self-storage unit sizes Arctic Self Storage has to offer, or for information on their boat and car storage services, call (907) 563-3342 or visit them online. When you follow these tips and choose this premier Anchorage storage unit facility, you stand a better chance of protecting your belongings from earthquake damage.