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A storage unit can provide much-needed space when you’ve run out of room at home. However, without an organizational plan, finding things later can be time-consuming. Save time and maximize your unit’s space by following these tips when organizing your storage items.

What’s the Best Way to Organize a Storage Unit?

1. Label Boxes & Bins

Provide faster access to what you need by labeling all the boxes and plastic storage bins in your unit. Use a permanent marker to write in capital letters what’s inside each container. Turn each box so that the label is visible. This allows you to locate what you need without digging through several boxes. 

2. Place Frequently Used Items Up Front

Many people spend time searching their storage units looking for files, holiday decorations, and seasonal gear only to discover that what they need is in the back. Save time by storing items you’ll access more often, like seasonal decorations that change throughout the year, toward the front of the unit. Keep boxes containing less-used items, like tax returns, in the back of the unit.

3. Create an Accessible Layout

storage unitsAnother way to make your storage unit more organized is by planning what will go where. Place chairs, tables, and other furniture pieces against the walls vertically. Disassemble as much as you can to create more space to move around. If possible, leave room for a path in the middle of the unit for easier access. 

4. Compile an Inventory List

It’s worth the time and effort to put together a list of all the items in your storage unit. This will be helpful if you forget what’s at home or in the unit. You can write the list or record the contents in a spreadsheet. Take it a step further by creating a map of the storage space with each box labeled so you’ll know exactly where to retrieve each item.

 

If you’re ready to take advantage of a clean and accessible storage unit, contact EZ Storage. For nearly 20 years, this facility has provided secure and affordable storage solutions to clients throughout Lexington, SC, and the surrounding areas. From climate-control features and video camera protection to month-to-month leasing and free locks, you can count on this storage facility to safely house your residential or commercial items. Call (803) 808-9328 to learn about unit sizes, rates, and military discounts. Visit the website for a full list of services.

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