Category: General

When storing items in a self storage facility it is important to think about Storage Insurance. No matter if you choose a climate controlled unit or a standard drive up unit, the contents of your unit are your personal property. This means you are responsible for any insurance to cover those items. Storage Insurance can protect your items from theft, risk and natural disasters.

When storing items check with your current insurance provider. It’s possible your home owners or renters policy may cover items in storage or you may be able to add insurance to your existing policy. If your current provider doesn’t provide coverage or it seems too expensive, talk to the storage facility.

At Stor-It we work with insurance companies who specialize in storage insurance for our tenants. We can facilitate an insurance option that is affordable and will give you piece of mind. Our tenant insurance can be added directly to your monthly invoice so there is no separate bills to pay. While we hope you are never impacted by a natural disaster, don’t wait until your are impacted. Ask about Tenant Insurance today!

A common question we get from customers is, “What size storage unit do I need?”. It can be difficult to recommend a specific size as we don’t know exactly what you need to store and space needed highly depends on how your items are packed. We’ve put together some insights that may help guide you.

5×10 Storage Unit: This is typically one of the smallest units you can rent and great if you are looking to store boxes or totes and a small amount of furniture. A good visualization is this size unit is equivalent to a walk-in closet.

10×10 Storage Unit: Equivalent to a small bedroom in your house, this size unit is great if you are looking to store contents from a 1 bedroom apartment.

10×15 Storage Unit: Equivalent to a large bedroom in your house, this size is typically good for someone looking to store a 2 bedroom apartment. This can also be a great option for someone looking to store a motorcycle or ATV.

10×20 Storage Unit: Equivalent to a single stall garage, this is typically the minimum size unit to store a car and great for storing large furniture and household items.

Boat Storage: To determine the size unit you need for your boat make sure you know the full length of the boat including the motor, if an outboard, and the tongue of a trailer. A 16′ boat may need a 10×20 unit to ensure the trailer can fit easily if the tongue isn’t collapsible. When inquiring about boat storage it’s important to ask about turning radius in the aisle of the unit. Some aisles can be too narrow to back a boat into. Better to bring this up ahead of time so we can find an appropriate unit for you. Some units also have power to plug your trickle charger into and ensure you battery is ready for your next trip.

Covid-19 has changed a lot in our world. Like many businesses we have had to rethink our processes to ensure we are keeping you and us safe. At Stor-It we try to make renting a storage unit as easy as possible and minimize the need for you to come to our office. When renting from us, here are a few things you can expect.

• Virtual Contracting and Check-In
• Online Payment Options

When you to decide to rent from Stor-It, the first thing we will do is set up your Online Account. All we need is an email address and you will be able to create an account.

In your online account you will be able to read and sign your contract. You will then pay your opening balance with a credit or debit card. It’s that simple.

BUT HOW DO I GET KEYS FOR MY UNIT?

Once you have signed your contract and paid your opening balance we will put your keys in a secure place like a lock box that you will be able to access. This ensures we can all maintain social distancing. It also means you don’t have to make a special trip to pick up your keys.

You always have access to your online account to manage you contact information and pay your bills. You can even sign up for Auto Payment so your payment will run each month for you, automatically. You’ll receive rent reminders and receipts from us, all via email.

Since many of our customers are home more they are finding this time a perfect opportunity for organizing, simplifying and even preparing their houses for sale. That means an increased need for storage. At Stor-It we are committed to providing contact free rentals to keep everyone safe.

Text or Call us at 920-734-1265 for our current availability

Because new appliances are usually expensive, many people prefer to hold on to old ones for vacation homes, or back-ups. A self storage unitl can be a convenient, affordable solution. However, if you don’t properly prepare your appliances for remote storage, you may return to find useless, moldy items. Here is some useful advice for securely storing washing machines, dishwashers, refrigerators, ovens etc..

Checklist: Moving and Storing Your Appliances

1. Run a final cycle. Consider running an empty clothes washer and dishwasher through a wash cycle using either a cup of white vinegar prior to placing in self storage.
2. Drain liquid. Empty any water from hoses, tanks, plastic tubing and other internal components. This will help prevent freezing and mold.
3. Clean the interior. Scrub and dry the interior completely — especially in refrigerators, dishwashers and ovens. Food and sugar remnants can attract insects, even in interior storage units. In refrigerators, clean and dry the defrost pan — you’ll find it underneath or behind the refrigerator. In water-using appliances, wipe the rubber cushion seal around the perimeter of the door. Mildew may collect in this area.
4. Remove glass and protect finish. If your appliance has glass shelves or fragile parts, remove them and transport them separately. Appliances with finishes that can scratch or dent should be wrapped in blankets or bubble wrap. Refrigerators should be transported in an upright position.
5. Place in the unit first. By placing appliances in the back of your storage unit, you’ll have easier access to smaller items that you access more frequently.
6. Prop open the door. Find a way to keep the appliance’s door ajar for the duration of the storage rental. This will help deter mildew.
7. Avoid unwanted odors. Place an open box of baking soda inside of stored appliances.
8. Cover and protect. Use a breathable material such as a tarp or sheet to shield your appliance from dirt or dust.

While you are concerned about protecting what we put in the unit, protecting the unit itself is also important. There can be charges for scarring the unit during your tenancy. If you rent one to use for a vehicle for example, place poly and a drip pan under the engine and rear differential to prevent any damage to the floor.

There are a few things that don’t like the cold or the heat and should either be double wrapped, well insulated or not stored at all. Electronics, vinyl records, old photos (if humid), and things of that nature may come out a little less perfect when not stored properly.

Keeping your items off the floor is almost essential. Before renting your unit, there’s no way to promise that the melting snow won’t come under the door, or the adjacent unit won’t have a spill that soaks its way into your heirloom sofa. Under certain humidity conditions the concrete floors in a storage unit can sweat. Pallets provide an air space under your belongings to help protect them, and we provide the pallets:) We recommend using pallets to get any furniture, mattresses or cardboard off of the floor.