HI Again. It's the Affordable Storage Guy here with more suggestions on how to pack your appliances and garage items for storage.
Let's begin with the biggest items first. Large appliances should be clean and dry with all moveable parts secured. Smaller appliances may be cleaned and then packed together in clearly marked boxes. Cushion with sufficient padding to keep movement to a minimum within the box.
Taping the electrical cords to the appliances prevents them from getting tangled or lost. Removing knobs from appliances and putting them in Ziploc bags is also a great idea.
Washing machines - The first step is to make sure that they are dry. Be sure to drain all water from the hoses. does then, prevent damage during moving, wedge padding between the tub and the sides of the washer.
Dishwashers - Again, make sure that all water has been drained from the hoses and the interior of the dishwasher. Make sure all movable parts are wrapped or taped so that their secure during the move.
Stove - of course, it's your decision, but I would recommend that you clean the thing. After you disconnected and pull it away from the wall, you might find it's a little stickier than you thought! You should take out the racks and any other movable pieces and wrap them separately.
Refrigerators and Freezers - Leave yourself about three days for defrosting and cleaning. Tape the doors shut during the move but, while in storage, the doors need to be kept slightly open to prevent mildew. During the move you can use the inside to store lightweight items such as pillows or stuffed toys.
Electronic Equipment - Ideally, you still have the original boxes. They are the best ones to use again. However, wrapping and safely in bubble wrap or foam is okay too. Drawn picture or take a photo of where the cables go and store it inside the same box as the piece of equipment. You'll be glad you did when it comes time to hook it back up again.
Lawn and Garage Items - Drain all gasoline and oil from lawn mowers, weed eaters and other equipment. All batteries should be disconnected. Tie loose items like rakes and hoes together.
Sports Equipment - Small sports items like balls, racquets and shoes can be easily packed in large boxes. Remember to protect racquets with covers or padding. Ski boots can go in a box. Skis and poles should be tapped together and protected with large plastic bags - single size mattress bags work well for protection. Snowboards should also be wrapped to avoid scratches.
Bikes - If you're going to leave your items in storage for a long time, you should make sure that the chain has got some fresh oil on it. If space is an issue you can remove the petals and seat and turn the handle bars in as well. Sometimes storage units do get dusty and if you'd like to keep your bike clean, you should put it in a box or store it in a plastic mattress bag.
Let's begin with the biggest items first. Large appliances should be clean and dry with all moveable parts secured. Smaller appliances may be cleaned and then packed together in clearly marked boxes. Cushion with sufficient padding to keep movement to a minimum within the box.
Taping the electrical cords to the appliances prevents them from getting tangled or lost. Removing knobs from appliances and putting them in Ziploc bags is also a great idea.
Washing machines - The first step is to make sure that they are dry. Be sure to drain all water from the hoses. does then, prevent damage during moving, wedge padding between the tub and the sides of the washer.
Dishwashers - Again, make sure that all water has been drained from the hoses and the interior of the dishwasher. Make sure all movable parts are wrapped or taped so that their secure during the move.
Stove - of course, it's your decision, but I would recommend that you clean the thing. After you disconnected and pull it away from the wall, you might find it's a little stickier than you thought! You should take out the racks and any other movable pieces and wrap them separately.
Refrigerators and Freezers - Leave yourself about three days for defrosting and cleaning. Tape the doors shut during the move but, while in storage, the doors need to be kept slightly open to prevent mildew. During the move you can use the inside to store lightweight items such as pillows or stuffed toys.
Electronic Equipment - Ideally, you still have the original boxes. They are the best ones to use again. However, wrapping and safely in bubble wrap or foam is okay too. Drawn picture or take a photo of where the cables go and store it inside the same box as the piece of equipment. You'll be glad you did when it comes time to hook it back up again.
Lawn and Garage Items - Drain all gasoline and oil from lawn mowers, weed eaters and other equipment. All batteries should be disconnected. Tie loose items like rakes and hoes together.
Sports Equipment - Small sports items like balls, racquets and shoes can be easily packed in large boxes. Remember to protect racquets with covers or padding. Ski boots can go in a box. Skis and poles should be tapped together and protected with large plastic bags - single size mattress bags work well for protection. Snowboards should also be wrapped to avoid scratches.
Bikes - If you're going to leave your items in storage for a long time, you should make sure that the chain has got some fresh oil on it. If space is an issue you can remove the petals and seat and turn the handle bars in as well. Sometimes storage units do get dusty and if you'd like to keep your bike clean, you should put it in a box or store it in a plastic mattress bag.
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