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Storage rentals can be beneficial if you are moving or need more space in your house. If you are a first-time renter, then you might be wondering what you can store in your unit without violating policies or common safety standards. You can store a variety of things, from seasonal decorations to RVs and camper trailers. However, there are certain items you should not store in your unit due to safety, health, and legal regulations. To help guide you through the do's and don’ts of storage etiquette, here is a list of things you should avoid leaving in your storage unit.   

Things You Shouldn’t Keep in Your Storage Unit.

1. Live Animals

It is illegal to put any living thing in a storage unit. Pets and other living creatures should not be left in a dark, desolate storage space for any length of time for any reason. You also cannot store plants in your unit since their smell can attract bugs.  

2. Perishable Food 

While keeping canned goods in your unit for emergencies is a unique way to use your storage rental, perishable food cannot stay in your storage space. Food such as meats, dairy, or fruits and vegetables, will expire and attract insects and other pests.  

3. Hazardous Materials

Storage rentals Flathead Valley, MTFlammable or explosive materials are dangerous to keep in your unit. If there’s any potential for contents to cause damage to your storage rental, then it should be taken out immediately. These materials include gasoline, propane, oil, grease, chemicals, cleaners, and explosives such as fireworks. Also, be sure to empty the fuel tanks of equipment, like lawnmowers and chainsaws, before storing them. 

4. Weapons

Different storage unit facilities might have specific policies on what constitutes a nonpermissible weapon, but generally, firearms and ammunition are not allowed in your storage unit. Talk with your storage owner about their policy before storing a weapon. 

5. Items That Don’t Belong to You

This rule ranges from stolen goods to vehicles that aren’t registered under the same name as the storage renter’s name. If the rental owner suspects that you do not own any item within the unit, even if you’re storing something for a friend, they can call the authorities to conduct an investigation. 

 

If you have more questions on what you can and cannot store in your storage rental, call Windmill Storage and Business Park, located in Flathead Valley around Kalispell, Whitefish, and Columbia Falls, MT. This family-owned business strives for a clean and secure storage facility while providing top-notch customer service. They will walk with you through their storage facility to find the perfect storage space to fit your needs. For information about the pricing of each unit, go to their website, or call 406-892-8900.

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