3 Easy Ways to Prepare for Seasonal Storage

Admin | February 27, 2020 @ 12:00 AM

Whether you’re storing your Christmas decorations in the summer or your summer clothes in the winter, preparing for seasonal storage is a must. Depending on the kind of items you’ll be storing and in what area, it’s important to know how to properly keep these items in self-storage. For example, storage in Nampa, ID is quite different from storage in Pasco, WA. Depending on your area, you may have to take extra precautions when storing delicate items such as electronics. Here are three tips for seasonal self-storage. 

Storing Winter Items in the Summer

If you’re in an area that gets particularly hot in the summer and you want to store sensitive items such as books or electronics, it’s best to opt for climate-controlled self-storage. Self-storage in Reno, NV will require different precautions for summer storage than say, Pasco, WA because of the difference in the climate. If storing winter sports gear, we recommend using gear bags to keep them from getting damaged. 

Be sure to give them a thorough wipe down before putting them away for the season! Christmas decor should be kept in plastic totes with plenty of padding for the fragile items. Clothing should be washed and fragile fabrics should be placed in garment bags. Everything else can be packed in boxes or totes to be kept nice and neat. 

Storing Summer Items in Winter

Keeping your summer toys and clothing items in good condition during the off-season is important. Winter storage is great for patio furniture, grills, boats, RVs, and much more, so the first step is deciding what to keep and what to store. 

After you’ve done this, clean everything thoroughly and wrap or cover it with blankets, sheets, towels, or pack it into boxes. Next, decide if you need climate-controlled storage so that moisture and cold temperatures don’t harm your items. 

Choose the Right Facility

If you don’t have room in your garage, attic, or basement, Keylock Storage has you covered. Whether you’re looking for self-storage in Reno, NV or storage in Pasco, WA, our storage units are available for you. We offer a variety of sizes that range from small, 5x5 units all the way to 10x30, perfect for storing whatever you need. Our facilities are also secure, so you don’t have to worry about theft. As a bonus, we offer protection plans to give you peace-of-mind. If you’re considering storage in Nampa, ID or any of our other many locations, choose Keylock!