There are dozens of reasons homeowners use storage units. These include storing stock for a home business, making more space in closets or basements, or storing belongings while the house is being staged for sale. However, some homeowners aren’t aware that certain things can’t be put in storage units Kearny, NJ.
Dangerous Items
Homeowners often say that the items were stored in the garage or the shed, so they can’t be dangerous. They are. Things like the gas can, lawnmowers and leaf blowers with gas in their tanks, paint and paint thinners, household chemicals, and propane tanks for the grill are flammable. No storage company allows these things on the premises.
Pets
Most people would say “duh” to this one, but you’d be surprised how many people shove their pets into a storage unit with food and water. They intend to return for them in a day or so. That day or so could spell a fatality for the animal, though.
Plants
These, too, will die without light, air, and water. If you want to save them, then leave them with friends or family while the house is being remodeled, sold, or otherwise uninhabited.
Food
Even in temperature controlled storage units Kearny, NJ, food will spoil and then rot. This draws a host of undesirables such as bugs and rodents. When the rotten food is dealt with, these critters will infest your other belongings. They will infest other units. This is a health hazard of utmost proportions. Never pack food into a storage unit.
Valuables
An item might be of monetary value or sentimental value. This differs for everyone. Keep valuables with you instead of storing them. If you can’t keep them with you, then leave them with a trusted friend or family. Contact Self Storage Titusville for more tips what not to place in storage units.