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Appliances
Locating extra space to stow appliances can possibly be a
challenge, and self-storage can be a convenient alternative.
Nevertheless, if you don’t take the appropriate steps to prepare
your clothes washer, dryer, dishwasher, refrigerator, microwave
or other home appliances adequately, you might find yourself
storing an unusable piece of machinery instead. The following
are some suggestions to keep in mind when packing up and moving
appliances:
Getting Ready to Move
• When moving a household, load appliances on the truck last so
they can be unloaded first at the storage unit. This will put
them at the back of the unit, giving you easier access to
frequently-used items.
• For transporting, use strong tape to keep dishwasher, oven and
refrigerator doors closed. Remove the tape once the appliance
has been relocated, storing with doors ajar or removed to
prevent mildew growth.
• For refrigerators, clean the interior and wipe dry. Drain
water from the holding tank and plastic tubing. Clean the
defrost pan (usually located underneath or in the back).
• Always keep refrigerators upright during transportation and
storage to prevent damage to the refrigeration unit.
• Remove water from hoses and internal components of clothes
washers, dryers, dishwashers and refrigerators to prevent
freezing and mildew.
• Clean appliances carefully, including all air intake areas
such as lint filters, grids or tubes.
• Spray appliances for bugs and allow to dry before relocating
them.
• Appliances contain glass and fragile pieces, and finishes can
scratch and dent. Be sure to wrap them with moving blankets,
bubble wrap or wrapping film to prevent broken pieces or
blemishes. Storage facilities frequently offer these packing
materials for purchase.
Storing Securely
• Wrap appliances with cotton sheets or canvas tarps to protect
them from dust while allowing for air circulation.
• Storing items inside appliances is not recommended.
• Mark glass panels in oven doors, microwave doors, etc. as
fragile to avoid leaning heavy objects against them.
• If your items will be stored in a geographical region that
experiences extreme hot or cold temperatures, consider looking
for climate-controlled storage. Using central air and heat, the
temperature in these units is typically kept between 50 and 80
degrees. Protecting appliances from exposure to severe
temperatures preserves their electronic and mechanical parts
from cracking and rust.
If you choose for a storage unit that does not have climate
control, and your stored items have been exposed to freezing
temperatures, be sure to allow 24-48 hours for them to thaw
before use.
• Appliances cannot be plugged in while in storage.
Remember Extra Storage can be an excellent resource for
additional guidance. Asking questions and doing research on how
to store appliances properly will preserve both your belongings
and your peace of mind.
Learn More About Extra Storage!!
Chula Vista Extra Public Self Storage units are designed with the
security of your belongings, your budget and convenience in
mind. For all your personal and commercial storage needs,
we have 24 hour on site management available to ensure the
safety and security of all your belongings.
Call the Chula Vista Extra Public Self Storage units professional team at 1-619-427-2122 or
email us
lease@extra-storage.net
