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Unit Storage: The Do's and Don'ts

Mon, 30 Sep 2019 17:56:15 GMT

Top items to avoid storing in your unit!

As we start transitioning into the cooler months, you may start thinking about clearing out the garage to make room for your car, packing up those summer toys, and investing in a storage unit. We’ve got a space waiting for you!

It’s important to note, however, there are some items that are not permitted in our units. Before moving into your unit, check out our list of what NOT to store.

Hazardous, Toxic, or Flammable Materials: Storing any kind of hazardous materials will increase the risk of dangerous incidents. These items include, but are not limited to:

Gasoline
Kerosene
Propane Tanks
Paint
Fireworks
Firearms
Hazardous or Toxic Waste

Plants: We don’t recommend storing plants in your unit because it can attract pests and result in an infestation. Arkansas Self Storage does conduct regular pest control inspections, but we recommend refraining from keeping any outdoor plants or houseplants in your storage unit.

Perishable Food: Obviously foods that require refrigeration will not sit well in a storage unit, but it’s also important to note that foods such as rice, cereal, and pet food can raise problems. Items such as deer corn attract bugs and rodents and are not recommended for storing. Canned goods, however, are permitted in our storage units as long as the packaging is sealed and in good condition.

Pets & People: This should go without saying, but storing a pet or person in a storage unit is illegal and puts everyone at risk. Don’t do it!

If you have any questions or hesitations regarding storing items in your unit, please give us a call. We’d be happy to help!

Off To College: Packing Up & Moving Out

Fri, 06 Sep 2019 19:53:39 GMT

It’s that time of year - kids around the area have packed up their belongings and are settling into the dorms for their freshman year of college. Parents begin feeling sentimental that their baby is all grown up while at the same time feeling a renewed sense of freedom at becoming an empty nester.

The kids will take their necessities to the dorms, but what about all of the extra stuff? The furniture, clothes, books, even items from childhood. The parents are ready to convert this new space into an office, guest room, entertainment room, etc., so what exactly happens with all of the extra belongings?

While donating items is always an option, some of those sentimental pieces are just not quite ready to be parted with. They could be placed in the garage or the attic, but there’s only so much space to fill.

It’s important to have this conversation between parent and child. What stuff can be donated? And what happens to the keepsakes? Parents, take an afternoon to go through these items with your kids, or even hop on a phone call to discuss which items can stay and which items can go. This will save you a lot of heartache in the long run when your child comes home to visit and asks to see their old books or childhood games. It’s important to have these conversations now—there may even be items that you want to save and your child does not.

Once the hard part of organizing what to save is over with, contact us for that little extra space you may need to store all of these items. You definitely don’t want your child to feel like you’re kicking them out of the house, so take these moments to spend with them and you may even encounter some sweet, old memories attached to each item!

Benefits of Climate-Controlled Storage

Fri, 14 Jun 2019 16:40:39 GMT

At Arkansas Self Storage, we offer climate controlled storage units to ensure that your most valuable possessions are protected from extreme temperatures. There’s nothing worse than opening your storage unit to find your belongings damaged from outside conditions.

Climate controlled storage units are a great way to make sure that your items remain in excellent condition throughout the harsh summer and winter months. They provide protection from extreme heat, cold, humidity and pests.

The following items are suggested to keep in climate controlled storage:

Antiques
Art & Collectibles
Leather, Wood, Metal, or Upholstery Furniture
Household Appliances
Valued Paperwork
Electronics
Candles
Photos, Film, CD’s, and Cassette Tapes
Medications
Musical Instruments

We want to ensure that your belongings are safe at home in our storage units. Before purchasing your unit, do some research in understanding how extreme temperatures may affect your materials.

Northwest Arkansas is home to all four seasons, so consider investing in a climate-controlled storage unit today!

Contact our Lowell location at (479) 320-2668
Contact our Fayetteville location at (479) 320-2666

8 Must-Know Tips for Packing + Moving

Thu, 09 May 2019 13:56:28 GMT

1. TRANSPORTING YOUR CLOTHES. Make it easy on yourself and leave your clothes on the hangers. Just take a large trash bag, wrap it around your clothes and secure the tie around the hangers. This makes transporting clothes hassle-free and your life much easier!

2. DONATE YOUR ITEMS. Take advantage of this time to de-clutter your belongings and get rid of any items that aren’t being utilized. These could include duplicate household items, unnecessary furniture, or clothes you no longer wear.

3. PACK AN ESSENTIALS BAG. Avoid the stress of not being able to find anything—pack a duffle bag or backpack full of the essentials you will need on night one of living in your new space. This may include medications, chargers, toiletries, and a change of clothes.

4. PACK BY ROOM. Save yourself the stress, and pack your belongings by each room. Make sure you label your boxes thoroughly and clearly so you (and moving helpers) know exactly where to place each box in your new space.

5. BE AWARE OF WHAT YOU CAN’T PACK. Not sure which items need to be avoided when loading up the moving truck? Check out this article for a list of items that are off limits when packing up those boxes.

6. KEEP TRACK OF HARDWARE. Avoid the headache of tiny missing pieces—Put all of the loose screws and hardware in a plastic bag and tape it to the designated piece of furniture. There’s nothing worse than re-assembling furniture in your new space to find that you have one piece of hardware missing.

7. AVOID TANGLED MESSES. Use a paper towel roll to string electronic wires, headphones, and necklaces to avoid tangled chaos. You could also use an egg carton to store rings, necklaces, and other jewelry from getting knotted together.

8. TAKE PHOTOS OF ELECTRONICS. Before you move, take photos of your electronics and the wires that plug into each outlet. This will make re-installing electronic devices much quicker and easier.