Storage is again a specialised industry and not simply putting up a couple of sheds. South Australia has a wide range of weather conditions and this means the storage company needs to take this into account when erecting storage units, pest control and vermin is also an issue to consider.
Stacking and placement of your goods into the unit is an issue to be concerned about and should only be done by a professional as there are many pitfalls that could damage your goods. Always consult our staff in regards to the storage of your goods.

Moving Tips

Storage Tips
 
Furniture
  • Cover all furniture and disassemble, if possible.
  • Wrap table legs with packing paper as scratch protection.
  • Lay down blankets or a pallet between the furniture and the floor of the storage unit.
  • Place assembled tables top down on floor with legs pointing towards the ceiling.
  • Stack chairs seat-to-seat with cloth or paper separating them.
  • Avoid stacking or leaning furniture against outside walls.
Metal
  • Wipe a few drops of oil on bicycles and tools as a rust protector.
  • Avoid oil staining by storing exposed items in a separate space.
Breakables
  • Wrap plates, saucers, and bowls individually before placing it in a china carton.
  • Use a china carton divider kit for increased security.
  • Fill paper into bottom, top and empty spaces in the carton.
Book and Valuable Papers
  • Use file boxes. They are the best containers for your important documents.
  • Pack books flat and fill any empty space to minimize movement.
  • Avoid overfilling cartons. Books are heavy.
  • Keep pallets free of moisture by placing plastic sheeting on top of them.
Large Appliances and Equipment
  • Leave appliance doors slightly ajar. Moisture and mildew will damage your valuables so make sure your refrigerator or freezer is clean and dry.
  • Use valuable storage space inside appliance's for small items.
Clothes
  • Avoid excessive wrinkling to your clothes by employing wardrobe boxes.

Packing 101
 
Solid tips to insure a smooth move
 
When rolling up your sleeves to do some hands-on packing, be sure to review our packing tips before you begin.

  • Packing Tip #1: Time is of the essence – begin by packing a fewl boxes each day, several weeks prior to your move. Be sure that the items you pack won't be needed before your move, of course. By pacing yourself, you'll be more organized and the job won't be so overwhelming.
  • Packing Tip #2: Pack room-by-room, one area at a time. It's best not to mix items from different rooms in one box. To prevent small items from being lost or mistakenly thrown out with the packing paper, wrap miniature knickknacks and other small items in brightly-colored tissue paper before placing them in the box.
  • Packing Tip #3:, Write a general description of the contents and indicate the room from which it came (or which it will go into in your new home) on the top and front of each carton. Use different colored dot stickers for each box; then, at your new house, hang a balloon of a corresponding color outside the room where you want the color-coded boxes to be delivered.
  • Packing Tip #4: Regular newspapers are messy and can soil your possessions. Use only unprinted newsprint paper to wrap items.
  • Packing Tip #5: Use only clean boxes specially designed for moving. Boxes obtained from grocery or liquor stores are not always clean, and may not withstand the weight of the items that you'll be putting in them. Also, their odd sizes tend to make loading more difficult.
  • Packing Tip #6: Unpack fragile items and breakables over some packing material or over the box you're taking them out of in case you happen to drop the item as you unpack it.
  • Packing Tip #7: Hazardous materials cannot be included in your shipment. Some common household items that cannot be packed include flammables such as paint, varnish and thinners, gasoline, kerosene and oil, bottled gas, aerosol cans, nail polish and remover, ammunition and explosives, corrosives, and cleaning fluids and detergents
  • Packing Tip #8: Personally transport irreplaceable photos, financial papers and assets (bank checks, insurance policies, stock certificates, etc.), legal documents (wills, passports. etc.), valuables, jewelry, coin and stamp collections, etc.), and medical and family history records

Packing Techniques from the Experts
 
Packing for your Move
 

Often times people who are moving are so happy to finally arrive in their new home that they don't even mind that the dinner plates are chipped, there's a scratch on the coffee table or their favorite lampshade is bruised and battered. But there's no reason your household goods should become casualties of the move. With a little care and planning, and these moving packing tips, you and your stuff will both arrive in mint condition.

When for your move, a little common sense goes a long way. Think of a stack of dishes in a box on the bed of a bouncing truck. No matter how well the sides are padded, a firm up-and-down jolt could crack the entire stack. On the other hand, dishes packed on edge and surrounded by bubble wrap have a better chance of surviving the trip unharmed.

It pays to purchase the right packing materials in the long run. Sturdy boxes, packing tape, bubble wrap, and packing peanuts can be purchased at moving companies and truck-rental firms. Supplement with copious amounts of crumpled paper, blankets and pillows; even clothing can serve as a buffer between breakable objects. Then, pack with a plan.

 
Packing Tips
 
  • Pack one room at a time, labeling each box with a description of its contents and its destination (e.g., kitchen, bathroom). Be as specific as you can; it will make unpacking that much easier.
  • Keep the weight of your boxes reasonable. If possible, put heavy items in small boxes to make them easier to carry.
  • Don't apply tape directly to polished or painted wood finishes. Removing the tape could ruin the surface.
  • Double-box fragile items and add plenty of cushioning.
Pack essentials seperately
When everything is packed and ready to load, make sure the items you need least are loaded first. Again, common sense is essential when loading the truck. Place the box containing your best china on top of the box of encyclopedias and not vice versa.
Prepare for the first night in your new home by packing essential items in a separate bag and carrying it with you. You may even want to prepare a simple meal that you can heat and serve on your first night.

  • For each person in the household: a change of clothes, a towel, prescription drugs, a toothbrush, and other personal items.
  • For everyone: plastic utensils, paper plates, paper towels, plastic cups, toilet paper, toiletries, trash bags, a flashlight, first aid kit including pain relievers, pencil and paper, snacks, beverages, and re-closable plastic bags.
  • Small tool kit for re-assembling items that couldn't be moved whole.

Packing for moving with good technique and the right materials can mean an easier move and fewer chipped dishes.