Storage units can be invaluable to homeowners and business owners who seek safe, spacious facilities to hold their extra belongings. You can make the most of your self-storage space by maximizing it to use of as much of the unit as possible. Here’s what you need to know as you start filling the room.

A Guide to Successfully Using a Storage Unit

1. Label Boxes

Even if you’re just storing a handful of boxes, it’s a good idea to label everything so that you have a precise idea of what’s inside. Use a marker to outline the contents, and make sure you list whose items are in the box if you have several packages of similar items. For example, you may have clothing for multiple children in one box. Narrowing down the contents using a label will make it a lot easier to retrieve them. Do the same with anything that is fragile and requires careful handling.

2. Make an Inventory

Beyond labeling the boxes and tracking their contents, keep track of the boxes, too.  As you pack your belongings to put into storage, make a list of the containers, and check each item off as it’s placed into the unit. This way, you won’t lose track of anything important, and you can refer to the list if you need to remember exactly where something is located.

3. Clear a Pathway

Many people use their storage units to hold large pieces of furniture, antiques, and even mattresses. You can take advantage of the space in a more efficient way by clearing a substantial pathway that makes it easier for you to access those large items. For larger units, clear at least two pathways leading from the front to the back wall. If you have a smaller space, a single aisle leading to the back will help you reach those large items you’ve placed along the perimeter.

Throughout Anchorage, AK, locals trust in the experts at Ship Creek Storage for all of their secure storage needs. The company offers an extensive range of storage units in different sizes as well as outdoor spaces to accommodate vehicles and boats. Thanks to video surveillance and a location manager, your belongings are always in safe hands. Visit the storage facility online to find out more about sizing options, or give them a call at (907) 276-4107.