As the holidays comes to a close and winter descends, many of us spend more and more time indoors, meaning that you may have to create a little extra space in your home. If that's the case, look no further than West Side Storage & Truck Rental, a storage rental and self-storage facility located in Cincinnati, OH. If you are planning on storing any items this winter season, West Side Storage & Truck Rental would like to remind you of three precautions you can take to make sure that your items come out in the proper condition.

• Clean Your Possessions: When unpacking after the winter season, the worst thing that can happen is that dirt or other gunk remains stuck to items in your storage unit. To prevent this, make sure to thoroughly clean each and every item that is going to be stored.  

• Keep in Mind the Temperature: While many possessions can survive a cold winter, not all, such as electronics or paper documents, will make it through unscathed.If the items you have in storage are sensitive or easily damaged, you should consider investing in a climate-controlled storage unit. 
• Cover With Cotton Or Wool: Although plastic or vinyl tarps will hold up during other seasons, the cold makes these materials hold in moisture, which can cause damage to weather sensitive goods. Instead, purchase a cotton or wool tarp to keep your stored items at room temperature. 

For more information about winter storage, self-storage, and moving truck rental needs, you can give West Side Storage & Truck Rental a call at (513) 451-6474, or visit their website and their Google + page.