Storage Unit Tips: A Guide to Storing Summer Belongings

Don’t look now, but fall is almost here! While the need for some things is increasing — such as school books, rakes and pumpkin spice — the need for summer items like swimwear, towels and giant inflatable pool toys is doing just the opposite. Instead of cluttering up your home, basement or attic with all of these warm-weather items, have you considered storing them in a household storage container instead? 

If so, here are some tips for storing summer belongings effectively.

Tip #1: Clean Those Clothes!

Before you even think about storing those summer swimsuits, shorts and other clothing, be sure they go through the laundry first — even if they don’t look or smell that bad. Dirty clothes can deteriorate and build up bacteria over time, which could damage them while they’re in storage. Also use deodorizers to minimize the musty smell that can develop as the months go by.

Tip #2: Use Clear Containers or Labels

Make it easier to find your items when summer rolls around again by either using clear containers, or putting labels on the boxes you put them in. It’s also helpful to keep similar items together. Store all your towels in one box, your swimwear in another box and your pool toys and beach gear in another. If you have a lot of other boxes where you’re storing them, you may also want to create a quick layout map of where everything is. Organization will save you time.

Tip #3: Store In A Dry Place

Avoiding mildew and mold is especially important for summer belongings, as many summer items are often exposed to moisture. Dry out all of these items as much as possible, then store them in a dry, dark place, as light can also damage certain items (like clothing). You may even want to consider a climate-controlled storage unit for your valuable items or items that may be damaged by excess heat.

Tip #4: Use Portable Storage for Convenience

If you have a lot of summer gear (or larger items you need stored that are difficult to transport), consider renting a portable storage container. With these types of containers, you simply call to have them delivered, pack them up at your convenience and call to have them taken back to a secure, safe storage facility. Then just call again when next summer rolls around!

If you’re in need of a summer belonging storage solution this fall, contact SAM (Store & Move) today for a fast, free quote.