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Choosing the right containers is a critical step when moving your possessions to a storage unit. Without them, it’s hard to ensure your belongings will be safe throughout the moving process and during their time in storage.

If you need assistance, turn to American Self Storage. They have been the premier self-storage facility in Southeast Alabama for over 20 years. No matter what you need to store, this trusted company provides a broad range of secure and spacious units to keep your valuables safe.

Here, their self-storage experts explain how to choose the ideal moving boxes for storage:

  • Size: Before purchasing containers, assess the size and weight of your belongings. This will help you decide how many boxes to purchase. Depending on the fragility of your smaller items, you can either pile them inside larger boxes or buy a collection of small containers.
  • storageMaterial: When it comes to storage containers, there are a variety of materials to choose from, including wood, plastic, cardboard, and steel. Each is designed to handle a specific capacity. While a plastic box and a steel container may both be the same size, the steel container will be equipped to hold heavier objects than the plastic. Also, materials such as cardboard are more susceptible to water damage.
  • Shape: When moving your boxes into a storage unit, make an effort to maximize the amount of available space. Purchase storage boxes of the same size to reduce gaps between containers, as well as to prevent them from falling.

For more information on safely relocating your belongings to a self-storage unit, contact the staff at American Self Storage, or head over to one of their seven locations. You can also visit their website to learn more about the various units they offer—from climate-controlled rooms to boat and RV storage. 

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