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Whether you need more space or are renovating a home office, putting valuable electronics into a storage facility takes a bit of special handling. Regardless of how long you’re storing these items, you should make sure they’re properly protected against battery leakage and humidity damage. Here’s some useful advice for accomplishing this task with ease.

Packing Up

Pair Up Devices & Accessories

As you sort through your electronics, pair up cords, cables, and charging units with their respective devices. You should also create a master list of the contents you’re putting into storage. Keep track of what you have and make a note of any missing items.

Remove ink cartridges and batteries, which can leak or corrode, but don’t toss them into the trash. Some office supply retailers accept them for recycling.

Use Containers 

Wrap cords, band them together with twist ties, and place them in zip-close bags with any small parts. Clean dust away with a soft cloth. If possible, store equipment in its original cardboard and foam packaging.

storage facilityYou’ll need different sizes of boxes and plastic bins, packing peanuts, tape, labels, and Bubble Wrap® for items without containers. Cushion the contents of each box with plastic sheeting to prevent shifting during transport, and seal boxes completely with packing tape to keep out dust.

Storing for Safety & Accessibility

A storage facility with climate-controlled units will offer you the best possible protection for sensitive electronics. It will prevent damage caused by extreme temperature changes or excess humidity.

Also, think about accessibility before moving the items into storage. If you expect to be in and out of the unit regularly to retrieve certain devices, position your electronics where you can reach them quickly and easily.

Don’t store the boxes on concrete floors, as these surfaces can retain moisture. Instead, use pallets and crates to keep heavy boxes off the ground, and stack other containers on shelving units with legs.

Put the heaviest boxes on bottom shelves and the lighter ones on top. Avoid stacking too many containers on top of each other to reduce the risk of collapse.

 

West Village Mini-Storage in Little Rock, AR, supplies secure and clean storage units that are perfect for hosting your electronics. This storage facility will help you find the right solution for your needs, and their climate-controlled units can protect your valuable items. Visit them online to learn more about their benefits and amenities. Call (501) 224-2028 to speak with their team of storage experts about special deals and affordable pricing options.

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