- Label each box as you pack
- Use packaging materials (cartons, paper, tape and bubble wrap)
- Do not overfill boxes
- Pack heavy items in smaller boxes
- Pack books flat
Storage Tips
General Tips
Electronics
- Handle with care
- Wrap items individually
- TVs should be protected with bubble wrap and stored upright
- Remove batteries to avoid damage to your goods
Furniture
- Empty wardrobes, cupboards and drawers
- Use covers or drop sheets
- Remove legs from tables / beds etc to save space
- Clothing and personal items should in secure cartons with mothballs, lavender, naphthalene etc
Whitegoods
- White goods should be clean and dry
- Fridge/Freezer doors should be secured slightly ajar to air
- Keep fridges and freezers empty
- Do not store food
Crockery / Glassware
- Pack items into smaller cartons
- Stand platters, saucers, plates etc. on edge
- Nest bowls and cups
- Wrap fragile items individually in packing paper (avoid newspaper)
- Avoid storing heavy items on fragile items
- When packing, use scrunched up paper/linen to fill any gaps
- Place a layer of packing at the bottom and top of cartons containing breakables
Vehicles, Mowers & Machinery
- Drain fuel and oil
- Disconnect batteries
Handy Self Storage
Competitively priced Handy Storage is the closest storage facility to the Eastern Suburbs.
Storer access
5am – 11pm every day of the year
Viewings by appointment
9am – 4pm Monday to Friday