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Whether you need to store seasonal items for short/long term, business files, Or may find yourself in the middle of renovations, the Canadian Self Storage team can guide you in making the right decision for your storage needs. Please call us today and our professional staff will be pleased in assisting with your storage needs.

• In order to make your moving and storing experience less stressful, please consider the following.
• Four to two weeks before you move, call us so that we may provide you with a free and competitive quote or stop by one of our facilities and reserve the right storage space for your valuables.
• When moving make sure you send out change of address notices out.
• Make reservation with a reputable moving service or reserve a truck.
• Label the contents of each box for easy reference while in storage.
• When packing work in sections or pack from room to room. Try and use no more than 3-4 different size boxes.
• Carefully pack your fragile items to avoid breakage.  Wrap fragile items individually. Pack paper into the bottom, top and empty spaces of the carton. You can also use packing peanuts for added protection.
• Papers can be stored in file boxes or small boxes. Books should be packed flat in smaller boxes due to their weight.
• Pack pillows, sofa cushions and soft items in garbage bags to protect against dust.
• Wardrobe boxes allow you to store your clothing on hangers. Shoes can be stored in the bottom of the wardrobe box.
• When disassembling have the proper tools, be sure to label things for future reference and keep screws or bolts taped to items.
• Do not pack clothing into dresser drawers as the furniture may damage as it is being moved.
• Utilize all your unit's space by using the height of the unit.
• Cover any furniture items with old bed sheets, towels or blankets to protect them, or purchase furniture blankets for superior protection.
• Remember to keep refrigerator doors slightly ajar. Place an open box of baking soda to keep it fresh.
• Store mattresses on end and use plastic covers, Most sofas can be stored on end if it's for short term in order to maximize your space. Build a strong base using dressers and furniture and work your way up with lighter items.
• Wrap mirrors and pictures and use mirror boxes be sure to label them as fragile.
• Store the items that you will use frequently at the front of the storage unit where you can access them easily.
• Do not store any perishables or flammables.
• Keep your storage lease agreement, access code and keys in a safe place.