If you need to find a way to free up space around the house or are in a transition period due to moving or home renovations, purchasing storage space can be a great solution!
Storage allows you to safely and securely place your personal items somewhere else so you can focus on whatever challenges life throws at you without feeling like you need additional space at home or the office. However, it’s not as simple as buying a storage unit and calling it a day.
While it’s important to find a storage facility that is trustworthy with your items, it’s also important to know what items shouldn’t be placed into storage, for both safety and damage-related reasons. Knowing what can and cannot be placed in a storage unit will go a long way in avoiding any trouble with your storage facility and with preventing damage to other belongings.
So, what shouldn’t you place in storage? We have four important ideas below!
Firearms and ammunition
Understandably, firearms and ammunition are combustible, which means they aren’t a good fit for a storage unit. However, some facilities will take these items into a unit if they’re properly secured. Contact the company you’re thinking about using for storage to discuss the best plan for you.
Combustible or flammable items
Continuing our trend of combustible items, you’ll want to avoid anything of the sort when it comes to placing items in storage. This can cover anything from cleaning supplies to paint thinner, rubbing alcohol, gasoline, or even something like powdered sugar.
Soaps and scented candles
This may seem harmless, but the scented smell of these items can be very attractive to mice and rats. The same goes for perfume, which can also attract these unwanted creatures into your storage unit – which creates a whole list of problems.
Medical equipment and supplies
The most obvious reason for not putting these items into storage is the fact you may need them on short notice, and it might not be easy to access them. Aside from that, there are some medical supplies which can be combustible or radioactive, and this is both a hazard and usually prohibited by a storage facility.
If you’re in need of storage in 2026, be sure to contact your local TWO MEN AND A TRUCK franchise, as select locations offer storage plans to customers! Click here to learn more.
