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Store-Tel Storage offers drive-in driveway access directly to the storage units in many sizes, hallway access to standard storage, climate-controlled storage accessible from internal secure hallways, business and personal storage, outside storage for vehicles, RV's, trailers and boats, and offers covered carport storage for boats and vehicles.
Trying to figure out how much space you need to rent? Check out this handy guide for calculating your unit size.
We offer a wide variety of sizes from 5x7 ft to 10x32 ft and different categories of storage spaces to meet your needs. Using the size calculation chart you can optimize your space requirements and save rental fees.
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 Before you rent a storage unit, use the guide to determine how much space you actually need.
If you are storing collectibles, documents, or artwork you should rent climate controlled storage so that humidity levels are lower and temperature range is limited.
Try to use boxes that are the same size if possible, they’re easier to stack (remember; keep the heavy ones on the bottom and the light ones on top). Avoid using plastic bags as they are less sturdy, not easily stackable and trap moisture.
Leave small walkways between the boxes and furniture in your storage unit so you can easily get to the items you want without having to move anything around. Keep the boxes labeled - preferably labeled on multiple sides - with the label facing out so you can see at a glance where items are located.
Place least used items in front of the van when moving so they can easily be placed at the rear of other items in your storage unit - this will help retrieval of items need more frequently.
Make sure you buy a secure lock for your unit - these are available in the Store-Tel Store. Think about combination locks if multiple persons need access to the unit.
If you’re storing a lot of packing boxes in your unit, try to fill them to the top, even if it’s just with padding and old, crumpled newspapers. Boxes that are only half-filled tend to collapse if anything’s placed on them.
If you’re putting any metal objects into storage – like lawnmowers or file cabinets – it’s best to treat them with rust protector first, or at least wipe them down with an oily rag.
Some items require special treatment: Stack books; don’t stand them on end as this could damage the spines. Stack plates on end. Wrap dishes individually and place like-sized items together. Nest individually wrapped cups together. Wrap framed art in bubble wrap. Criss-cross masking tape across the face of mirrors or glass-covered art. Store framed mirrors, photographs and artwork vertically rather than flat. Take apart items like bed frames and tables, and remove lampshades from lamps - this will help protect them from breaking and make them easier to move.
The humidity in your self-storage unit can cause your furniture to warp and your appliances to mildew. Leaving a space between your stuff and the unit’s wall allows for air to circulate within the unit. Laying plastic sheeting on the floor and stacking boxes on top of wooden pallets can prevent condensation damage. So can using old linens or other fabrics, instead of plastic, to protect your stuff from dust.
If you’re storing a refrigerator in your unit leave the door ajar. This will prevent mold from growing inside.
Under no circumstances should you keep anything flammable or combustible in your storage building. This means no gasoline, diesel fuel, kerosene, oil, cleaning fluids or paint thinner. If you’re storing any machinery that runs on gas, drain the tank before you store it. Also do not store food in your unit.
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