Student Packing and Storage Tips
Labels
Make sure you label every item/box you store. Each box has a label please write your name and contact number on each box/item. We will write a unique number on every on of your boxes to identify it when we collect your items.
Fridges
If you are storing a refrigerator, unplug the fridge at least 48 hours
prior to storage so that the fridge can properly defrost. Tape the cord to the back of the fridge and leave the door open ajar. Fridges can get
moldy and smelly if they are sealed up!
Drawers
If you are storing plastic drawers or cabinets make sure you clean out each drawer before we come to collect them and that they are taped shut. If hey have detachable wheels take these off and store them inside the drawers.
Equipment
If you are storing sports or musical equipment make sure you place your equipment
in their designated bags. This way they will be best protected. Also make sure that they are clean before storing them.
Weight
Don’t over-stuff boxes. While our boxes can hold up to 60lbs in weight, we love our employees and don’t want them to suffer from back pain! We will ask you to repack if we can't lift a box.
Tape
Make sure you tape your boxes well. Tape both the bottom and top of
boxes. Make sure you tape well down the sides of the boxes too!
Food
Don't leave any food in boxes over the summer. Heat and humidity makes
food go bad and will make everything in your box smelly!
Documents
Remember not to pack your travel documents and passport!
