Whether you’re downsizing your home or want a spot to store extra clutter, a storage unit is an easy way to keep extra items on hand. If you’re planning to get items out of your unit in the future, you’ll want to organize accordingly. Follow these tips to make future trips to your storage facility a breeze.

3 Ways to Make Frequent Storage Unit Access Easy

1. Consider the Items You’ll Need

You should create a master list of all the items you’re putting into storage. As you do, think about which ones you’ll need to get in the future. For example, winter sports equipment or camping gear might be needed as the seasons change. Once you know what you’ll want in the future, arrange the unit so that those items are easily accessible.

2. Label Everything

The best way to quickly identify boxes in your storage unit is big, bold labeling. As you pack each box at home, label it on all sides and the top in permanent marker. You’ll be able to tell what each one holds at a glance. If you want to go the extra mile, create a map and a coordinating master list of everything in your storage unit, so you know where every item is.

3. Leave a Walkway

While you can stack your unit floor to ceiling, front to back, that makes retrieving items almost impossible, and you’ll waste more time than it’s worth unpacking and repacking your unit. If you plan to frequently get stored items, leave clear avenues through the unit. That way, no box should require more than a few minutes to reach.

If you are looking for a secure storage unit in Kalispell, MT, check out Alpine Storage Inc. They offer units from 5x10 feet to 10x30 feet, and their staff is communicative and hands-on, so you’ll get answers to your storage questions. To learn more about renting a unit from this family-owned and -operated business, call (406) 755-0002. You can also visit their website to submit a contact form or get directions to their facilities.