By John Doe
We love storage units for so many reasons! They save you when your in-laws are coming to visit and you have to clean out the spare room. They give you a place to stash your kids' things while they're in college so you can turn their room into that home theatre you've always wanted. But there are certain things that you should never, ever keep in your storage unit. Here are our top five picks for what to avoid.
Perishable Food
Have you stockpiled bags and bags of discounted Valentine's Day candy? Or maybe you caught your favourite protein powder on sale and bought a pallet full? No matter what kind of surplus food you have, don't keep it in your storage unit. It could attract insects and other critters, not to mention become mouldy or rancid.
Flammable, Volatile or Toxic Materials
It's never a good idea to store flammable materials in your storage unit. Anything like gasoline, alcohol, or toxic cleaning supplies can give off fumes or even corrode their containers over time. And you wouldn't want to work in a storage unit while breathing toxic fumes, so don't put your storage neighbors through the same thing.
Pets or Other Live Animals
Do we have to say it? Your storage unit is not an appropriate home for pets, even if it's just a fishbowl or a hamster. All pets need constant care and humane living conditions, so give them to a friend or a neighbor if you need someone to watch them.
Plants
Plants are great for your front porch or patio, but not so much for storage units. Your plants may harbor tiny insects that could infest your belongings or those of others storage unit owners. And if your plants die, you'll have a smelly, mouldering mess to clean up.
Guns and Ammunition
Guns and ammunition are best kept locked in a gun safe or other secure location in your home. Never store them in your storage unit. If there were a fire, ammunition could go off and severely injure other people.
For more tips on what you should and shouldn't store, just ask! At Bluebird Self Storage, we're happy to help you find the right home for all your storage needs.
Frequently Asked Self Storage Questions
What size storage unit is right for me?
Finding the right storage unit depends on the number of possessions you plan on storing at our facility. The more items you have, the more space you’ll need. At every Bluebird facility, we offer units ranging from below 5’ x 5’ to 10’ x 30’ or even larger, so you can find the right amount of storage space. To find the right unit size, explore our Storage Unit Size Guide or read this resource to see which unit fits your needs best.
Can I buy boxes and packing supplies at Bluebird?
Yes! If you’re about to move into a storage unit, our facility offers moving and storage supplies that help protect your belongings. Our supplies range from boxes, packing tape, mattress and furniture covers, and so much more!
How long can I rent a unit?
We don’t have any long-term agreements at Bluebird, so you can rent your unit for as little as a month or two or upwards of a year if you’d like! If circumstances change, we can always extend or shorten your storage stay with us.
How do I access my storage unit?
You, selected family, and any business associates can access your local facility by using our secure keypad entry using a personal security code. Individual units are protected by a lock that is only accessible by the customer. Only contacts you authorize will be able to access your unit.
Typical daily access hours are from 6AM - 11PM, so you can always access your stuff when you need it. Check with the location nearest you for more information about access hours.
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