How did all of that fit? Packing for a self storage unit: a fairy tale!

Fitting all of your stuff into self storage can be somewhat of a jigsaw puzzle.  Every piece needs to fit into the right place or you will end up with stuff that doesn't fit.  I highly recommend that you get advised by the self storage owners as to what size space you should get.  They are the experts!   I can't imagine anything worse than that moment when you realize all you stuff is going to fit, and you need to rent a bigger unit.  Even if you have a plenty big storage unit it never hurts to read some tips on how to pack your stuff for self storage.

Here are some useful hints to squeeze everything into your storage unit. 

• Same sized boxes help you squeeze all your stuff into the storage unit, because they can be stacked easily.
• Do not make boxes too heavy to move.  When packing boxes remember at some point you need to lift them.  If a box is too heavy it may make it very hard to stack, and if you do stack a too heavy box it can end up crushing the contents of boxes beneath. 
• Keep in mind the weather conditions of where you are storing your stuff.  Is it hot, cold, mild climate?  You may want to consider getting a climate controlled storage unit if there is extreme humidity. 



Silica gel packets help absorb moisture in storage units! 

• Moisture can be a big deal with storing stuff.  If you are storing your stuff in a humid climate, Calcium chloride and silica gel packets should also be placed in the container as they absorb moisture.
• Take apart bed frames, tables and easy to disassemble furniture for storage.  This will make it easier to move, and it will make items more efficient to store. 
• Stuff that you may need to access, store towards the front.
• Furniture that is small and doesn't come apart can frequently be propped on the top of stacks.  
• Bring a ladder to be able to place things on top of stacks with ease.