tabler station self storage

TABLER STATION
SELF STORAGE

SELF STORAGE
4627 WINCHESTER AVE.
MARTINSBURG, WV.25404

PHONE# 304-267-8177
FAX # 304-267-8032

TIPS - SUGGESTIONS
& PLANS

We are happy you are considering us for your storage
needs. Our facility accommodates both residential and
commercial storage requirements. We hope the information
we provide here is helpful to you. Our friendly staff is always
ready to assist you with your storage strategy. Disclaimer:
This information is provided for informational purposes
only. We shall not be liable for any errors in the content, nor
for any actions taken in reliance thereon.

TOP SEVEN TIPS FOR STORING
1.Plan before you pack
2. Make sure you have enough boxes and supplies
3. Visit the storage facility
4.Label and color-code your boxes.
5. Keep track of loose parts (nuts, bolts, screws).
6. Make access to boxes in your unit convenient.
7. Take special care for storing appliances, furniture and machines

                     STORAGE SUGGESTIONS-PLAN, PLAN, PLAN
   Make a list of the things you’ll pack.. You will thank yourself later. Before
you even start to box things up, devise a simple record keeping system.
This can be a basic computer text file with numbered list en-tries, or you can
use a spiral-bound notebook for this. Think about the items you will pack.
Group them as if you are placing them in a certain box. This list will help you
determine how many boxes you need.
   Make a list of all the packing supplies you need.   Such as boxes, tape
bubble wrap, marking pens, damp rid, rope and pallets. Having enough
boxes will make your life easier. If you purchase boxes from a
storage/moving company, you can always return unused boxes for a refund.
Use unprinted paper for wrapping, as newspaper can stain your items, or
use bubble wrap to safely cushion breakables.
   Visit the storage facility. Bring along your list of items you plan to store
and show the manager. The manager can help you determine the correct
size for your needs and show you around the units so you can get an ides of
the sizes available. Read the lease so you are aware of company policies
on move in/move out, rent, and other important information.
   Make a packing strategy. Try to use boxes that are a uniform size—these
are easier to stack.
   Have a color system. Choose a color for each room in the house or for
each category of items you pack. Then apply a sticker of the correct color
to each box so that you know what room in the home (or category) the box is
associated with.

                                   TIPS FOR PACKING
     If you have a moving deadline, start packing ahead of time. If it is
summer, then start with the winter clothes. Box up other items you won’t
need immediately.
      Keep remote controls packed with the item they control. Place nuts,
bolts and screws in an envelope and tape it under the item it belongs to.
Keep cables together with the devices they belong to, also keep the manual
or a hand-drawn diagram on how the cables are hooked-up so that you can
get the device working again when you unpack it.
    Along with color coding the boxes with stickers, be sure to mark with big
letters what is in each box. Try to be as specific as possible. Mark the top
of the box, as well as the sides to the box.
   Check the weight of the box. Try to fill boxes to the top. Boxes that are
only half full tend to collapse if other items are placed on top of them. Use
wardrobe boxes to pack clothes that hang. Pack hanging items tightly so
they don’t swing around. You can use the extra space at the bottom of these
wardrobe boxes to store other items. Make sure the boxes you pack are
not too heavy-distribute heavy items to different boxes so that the boxes don’
t break-or injure the person who has to lift it.

                        LOADING YOUR STORAGE UNIT
   Leave space for small walkway for easy access. Leave space for a small
walkway between the boxes and furniture in your unit so you can easily get
to the items you want without having to move stuff around.
Leave space around your items and the unit’s wall to allow air to circulate.
This helps avoid condensation and mildew buildup. Laying plastic sheeting
on the unit floor or using pallets also helps.
   Store frequently used items at the front of the unit. Doing this avoids
having to search for them.
   Make sure all appliances are clean and dry before storing them. Leaving
appliance doors slightly ajar helps prevent mildew.
   Protect your items. Cover items with moving pads, sheets, or light
blankets to protect them.
   Special care to machine tools. Drain and clean all debris from equipment
before you store them. If you are storing any metal machinery that runs on
gas, drain the tank before you store it. If storing metal machines or tools,
rubbing a small amount of machine oil on them helps prevent rusting.
Applying rust protector to these items is another alternative.
   Special care for mirrors and paintings. Store mirrors and paintings on
end, not flat.
   Do not use plastic to cover your belongings. Covering items with plastic
retains moisture; cover them with light blankets instead. Plastic is a good
ground cover. In other words, place your items “on top” of a ground cover of
plastic sheeting, but do not place plastic on top of your items.