Call Us: 519-833-7300 | Email Us: contact@dominionministorage.ca MENU Moving Tips >Moving Tips Packaging for Storage Protect your breakable / valuables with bubble wrap or clear newsprint type paper. Use sturdy cardboard boxes (secured on bottom) similar sizes and fill to prevent collapsing during stacking/storage. Avoid overloading- use small boxes for heavy items books, files, dishes – large boxes for light items, blankets, toys, decorations Label contents room-by-room and “Fragile”. Makes unpacking easier. Protect bedding and clothing in Plastic bins. Makes a great moisture resistant storage container. Old sheets and towels make excellent padding to protect furniture. Place items on pallets /tarps to protect from changing temperature of concrete floors. Keep furniture and cardboard boxes away from direct contact from floors and walls. Appliances and Furniture Pack upholstered items in sealed bags. (item should be very dry) or humidity during spring and summer can cause condensation, leading to mildew. Upholstered furniture /mattresses should be kept off concrete floors. To save space, remove legs from beds and tables. Keep all fasteners in one accessible container. Fridges and freezers should be clean and dry. (Free of any food) Doors should be secured slightly ajar, to prevent mildew. Freezer chest can be used for storage. Store electronics in original boxes if possible. Clean out ovens and BBQ’s. attract rodents Do’s and Don’ts of Storing Do secure your unit with a Disk Lock. Do remove batteries, if kept seasonally, to prevent damage and leaking. Do drain fuels from machinery: snow blowers, lawnmowers . . . before storing. Do inquire about insuring your belongings. Our insurance only covers buildings. Not contents. Do not ever store explosives or flammables: paint, fuel, solvents etc. Do not store living plants or animals in your unit. Absolutely No Foods or Drinks are permitted to be stored. Includes dog, cat, bird, and horse feed. Do not fasten anything to the unit walls. Absolutely No smoking in units. Don’t tell strangers where you’ve stored your belongings. Be aware of other tenants, who may be looking in. Don’t leave garbage/items outside of unit. Please take it with you. This is a dormant space, for storing only. It is not for conducting business or as a repair shop. Do not disturb the peace; keep noises down to a minimal. No loitering Have your payments in on time! Planning Your Space Start with placing items you won’t need to the back. Make a walkway, if room allows for easier access. Place less valuables to the front. Keep valuable out of sight. Place items you may need to access, closer to the front. Make an inventory list/photos and keep it in a save place with spare lock key. Contact Info: OFFICE HOURS: Mon: 9am-2pm Wed: 9am-5pm Fri: 9am-2pm Sat: 10am-12pm by appointment only Address: 13 Thompson Crescent, Erin, Ontario N0B 1T0 Phone: 519-833-7300 Fax: 519-833-1017 Email: Email Us Covid-19 Notice: As we continue to practice social distance and provincial health protocols, we have our office hours reduced. We are doing our part to prevent the spread of Covid. Masks and hand sanitation is required upon entering our office. Location: Weather: , 3°C Overcast The Weather Network Recent Posts Welcome to the Dominion Mini Storage Web Site JANUARY 5, 2018/ 0 COMMENTS Privacy Policy Copyright 2021 - Dominion Mini Storage - Site design by Green Monkey Creative