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People choose to rent storage units for a variety of reasons, but one of the most common mistakes they make is not taking the time to organize their belongings from the beginning. This can cause frustration later when trying to retrieve a particular item. With this in mind, the guide below offers advice for keeping the area tidy and navigatable.

How to Keep Your Storage Unit Organized

1. Take an Inventory

Before you begin moving items into the space, make a brief list of your belongings. Then, after everything has been transferred, use the inventory to create a map showing where each item is. Make multiple copies when you can, keeping one taped to the wall of the storage unit and another at home for easy perusal. 

2. Strategize Placement

storage unitThe items in your storage unit may be out of sight, but not out of mind. Next time the holidays roll around or you need to refer to some of your boxed paperwork, you’ll want to be able to easily retrieve them. Therefore, think ahead about what items you plan on moving in and out of the rental the most often and try to place these toward the front. Seldom-used items, like furniture you don’t have room for, can be kept in the back.

3. Protect Your Possessions

Additionally, organize the unit in a way that will protect your belongings. After wrapping fragile items in bubble-wrap and carefully boxing up others, consider the weight of these items and place those that are heavier on the floor, stacking lighter items on top. You might also consider using shelves to reduce the risk of these columns falling over. 

 

If you’re downsizing, moving, or traveling, turn to Another Attic Self Storage in Amarillo, TX. Their storage unit sizes range from 5x5 to 15x30, with options for climate control. In addition, they offer flexible leases and 24-hour video surveillance. Call (806) 372-2222 with questions or visit them online to learn more about their rates.

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