With an organized storage unit, you can spend less time searching for those ski poles or that box of holiday decorations. Ensure each unit visit goes quickly and smoothly by making efficient use of both floor and vertical space. Below are a few tips to help you start organizing your unit.

Top 5 Storage Unit Organization Tips

1. Use Same-Size Bins

Avoid using more than two types of boxes if possible for easy stacking. Stackable plastic bins work well as they keep vermin and insects out while making excellent use of vertical space. Put down pallets before you add the bins to prevent unwanted visitors, and remember to place heavy boxes on the bottom to avoid damage to lightweight or fragile items.

2. Label Everything Clearly

Label all of your bins to spend less time digging around. Clear plastic storage containers allow you to slip a list of contents inside the bin, so you will always know what’s inside. If you use furniture such as wardrobes and bureaus to house items, place itemized lists inside rather than taping labels to the furniture and risking damage.

3. Create Pathways

Create a least one pathway to the back of your storage unit, so you do not have to move boxes every time you visit. Depending on the size of your unit, you may want to make two pathways. Ensure your box stacks are stable, so you do not get injured while navigating the storage unit.

4. Put Items You Don’t Immediately Need in the Back

Keep everything you do not need immediately in the back of the unit, such as antique furniture and family heirlooms, while placing things you need seasonally in the front, such as holiday decorations and winter or summer recreational equipment. This way, you won’t need to move items out of the way to retrieve your seasonal items.

5. Make a Map

Draw a map or floor plan of your storage unit to streamline your visits. Keep a copy in your house and laminate another copy to place in the front of the unit for easy reference.

Find your perfect storage unit at Alpine Storage Inc., which has proudly served the Flathead Valley area of Montana for over 25 years. In addition to being a family-owned and -operated business, this coded gate facility is known for a hands-on approach to customer service. Call (406) 755-0002 or visit the website today to learn about unit sizes.