Storage units can accommodate a wide range of items, from vehicles to furniture to paperwork. But did you know there are actually certain items facilities won’t allow you to keep on the premises? Here, the team at Ohana Self Storage in Honolulu, HI, lists three items you’ll need to make other arrangements for.

Don’t Try to Put These 3 Items in a Storage Unit

1. Perishable Items

This mostly pertains to food, and many facilities will explicitly ban these in their contract. Not only will perishables rot inside the unit, but they will also develop mold and mildew. These fungi can damage your belongings and become a health hazard. Food will attract insects and rodents as well, both of which carry diseases and harm property.

2. Flammable Items

If a fire starts inside a unit, it might burn for a while before anyone notices. A blaze is likely to spread to other units, destroying other customers’ property, before it can be contained. To prevent this nightmare scenario, most facilities ban flammable items, including explosives and kerosene.

3. Plants

While plants won’t harm the items inside a storage unit, they should never be stored in one anyway. They need light, fresh air, and water to grow, and even if you stop by with a watering can on a daily basis, the first two elements aren’t present inside the average unit. Just a week or so inside a unit will likely kill the plant.

When you need a storage unit, look no further than Ohana Self Storage. Since 2000, their team has provided a wide range of affordable storage units to Honolulu residents. This family-owned facility is known for their customer service and will go the extra mile to ensure you have 24/7 access and your items remain secure. Call (808) 841-6799 for a free estimate, or visit the website to learn more about their offerings.