We welcome new customers at WheeKeep every day. They come to us because they know we’re Saudi Arabia’s best storage company for all types of self-storage. But many first-time storage users have questions about properly storing their items.

We’ve provided these storage unit tips to protect your things and to help you store your items safely. Follow these tips for using a storage unit and your cherished possessions will be in pristine shape when you return to pick them up.

We have the best storage units at the best storage unit prices in Saudi Arabia. We protect your items like they were our own. Store your items with a company you can trust – store them with WheeKeep!

Tips for Choosing a Storage Unit

You have many choices when you’re looking for storage. Here are some storage unit tips for choosing the company that best suits your needs.

Think About Access Needs

Do you need daily or weekly access, or do you only need to visit your storage area once or twice a year to check up on things? Will you require early morning or late-night access to your storage container?

You can choose to keep your goods in a storage unit on your property if you’d like – we deliver our on-site storage units to your property and let you pack at your own pace. When you’re ready to end services, you can empty the container and we’ll come back to retrieve it.

Or, you can pack up a storage unit on your property, and we’ll then take the container back to our secure facility so it’s not in the way. WheeKeep is the #1 Saudi storage provider no matter the level of access you need.

Evaluate Security and Safety

Your facility should offer protection against theft, damage, and unauthorized access. WheeKeep protects your belongings with security guards, 24/7 closed-circuit TV footage, and a state-of-the-art fire alarm system.

Our customers store all kinds of things in their units. But certain items cannot be kept safely in a storage unit. Check our list of storage rules and regulations to make sure you’re not putting away any hazardous or forbidden items.

Location and Convenience

The best storage unit companies have convenient locations and flexible access schedules, including weekend and evening hours. They also provide abundant parking, drive-up access, and ground-level units.

You’ll find all those advantages at WheeKeep. We also offer remote management tools that let you handle most of your paperwork from your smartphone or computer.

Budget and Duration

Think about how long you need to keep your items in storage. For example:

• Are you storing seasonal items that you’ll be taking out again in a few months?
• Are you going on a deployment with no set return date?
• Do you need a temporary place to hold your belongings during renovations?

Also consider how much you can spend on storage. You don’t want to pay for space you don’t need. But you also don’t want to keep your items in an overstuffed space where they may get damaged.

Why WheeKeep is the Best Choice in Saudi Arabia

WheeKeep makes storage easy. We deliver our portable storage unit directly to your location and let you pack at your leisure, then move it to our facility. Or you can keep your goods on your property in an on site storage unit.

You lock your WheeKeep unit with your own locks, so only you hold the keys. All units are weatherproof and we offer climate-controlled storage as well.

Whether you need a moving storage unit for your home or business storage for your inventory, you can count on WheeKeep. We’re the #1 storage company in Saudi Arabia. Call us today and rest assured that your cherished belongings are safe.

Picking the Right Storage Unit Size and Style

Our storage space calculator makes it easy to find the right storage unit for your needs. You’ll get as much space as you need without worrying about expensive wasted space

Temperatures get hot in Saudi Arabia. Electronics, books, clothing, and other fragile items require climate controlled storage. We’ve got you covered there, so you can store your goods with peace of mind.

Storage Unit Tips for Packing and Preparation

Picking the perfect storage unit is just the first step. Follow these tips for using a storage unit properly.

Declutter First, Store Second

You likely have a lot of things you never use and clothes you never wear. Decluttering your items before storage saves you time, money, and stress.

Go through your possessions. Discard any broken or worn-out items. Put aside anything you can sell or donate to a local charity. You’ll have only things that you want to keep when you’re done. Pack those items away for storage.

Use Quality Packing Materials

Sturdy cardboard boxes shield photosensitive items from light and will last for years in a climate-controlled unit. We recommend quality cardboard boxes as a cost-effective storage option.

Plastic bins and totes are also a good choice. Use opaque plastic containers for light-sensitive items like photographs or clothing. Clear bins are good for other items, as they let you see what is in every container.

Pack for Stability and Safety

Put your heaviest boxes on the bottom. Stack lighter boxes atop them. This protects your boxes from crushing and damage.

Make sure to mark all your fragile and valuable items. Put glassware at the top of any stack. Use furniture blankets for tables and chairs to protect them against dings, scrapes, and damage while being moved.

Create an aisle if possible so you can walk to the back of your filled storage container. It will make unloading much easier when you return.

Prep Items for Long-Term Storage

Take apart bed frames and shelving units to save space and prevent damage. Place all screws, bolts and small hardware into a labeled plastic bag. Tape it securely to the largest piece of the item.

Wrap furniture in moving blankets or canvas drop cloths. Don’t use plastic shrink wrap. It can trap moisture and ruin wood finishes and fabric upholstery.

Back up all data to a cloud service or separate drive before packing computers or hard drives. If possible, store electronics in their original box with its custom-fit foam inserts. Otherwise, use a sturdy box with anti-static bubble wrap. Remove all batteries from your electronic devices.

Launder or dry-clean all clothing, bedding, and linen. Use cedar blocks or lavender sachets in your clothing and fabric boxes. Mothballs can leave a permanent odor.

Smart Labeling = Easier Retrieval

Make a list or spreadsheet of every item and box to be stored. Note the contents of each box and its general condition. This is helpful for unpacking and will also be very useful if you need to file an insurance claim for damages.

Label every box with its contents and the room it belongs to. Mark all fragile items clearly.

Tips for Using a Storage Unit in an Organized, Safe Manner

You’ll find unpacking your unit a lot easier if you follow these tips for using a storage unit. For more storage unit tips, check out our blog post on storage unit organization ideas.

Create a Storage Map

This may be the most useful of all storage unit tips. It’s easy to forget where you put everything after you’ve packed away your items for a few months. A storage map can help you locate things more efficiently and save you a great deal of time when you start unpacking.

Give every box a number as you pack it. Create a list of the room each item came from and a brief description of what you have packed away. For example:

• 5 – Bedroom – Linens
• 7 – Kitchen – Pots and Pans
• 11 – Living Room – Books

You can draw your map with paper and a pen or pencil. Or, create a document you can access from your smartphone and computer if you make your map using Google Sheets. Join cells together and add the box data as you put everything in your storage unit.

Bring the map with you on moving day. You now know where everything is located and can find it quickly instead of fumbling around through dozens of boxes.

Prioritize Access to High-Use Items

You will need access to seasonal items in a few months. Your accountant will want to see your quarterly reports at the end of the year. Your child may want a favorite toy as soon as you get settled into your new home. Proper storage planning makes finding these things much easier.

Use distinctive containers or color-coded labels so you can easily spot your high-use boxes. This will not only let you find the items quickly. It gives you a signal that they need to be stored near the front or in an area with easy access.

Keep your highest-use items immediately inside the door so you can reach them easily when you enter your unit. Keep other high-use items along the aisle you’ve created. Place them in small, separate stacks or at the top of sturdy, long-term stacks.

Maintain a Clear Aisle

You may think that an aisle is wasteful and that you’d rather go with a smaller container instead. But a clear aisle helps protect your things from harm and makes unloading much easier.

Most people create an aisle from the door to the storage unit’s back wall. If you have a large storage unit, you may need to create a T-shaped aisle that gives you access to items in the back.

Load from the back and sides first. Take your largest and heaviest items to the back. After the back is full, begin loading the side walls.

Avoid Common Storage Hazards

Moisture leads to mold, mildew, rust, and warping. Never store anything that is even slightly damp. Place wooden pallets or a thick plastic sheet on the ground to create a barrier against ground moisture. Pack your unit with a gap between the walls so air can circulate.

Insects and rodents can chew through fabric, paper, and wires. Never store food in your unit. Make sure that everything you pack is clean.

Drape covers over your furniture and larger items to keep out dust, dirt, and debris. Use quality packing tape to seal all box seams tightly.

Pack your heaviest, sturdiest items at the back and along the sides to create a stable base. Keep your boxes at a manageable weight to avoid injuries, dropping, or crushing damage.

Periodically Check on Your Unit

Check on your things every few months if you can. If you’re out of the region, have a friend or colleague take a look at your stored belongings. Occasional check-ins let you respond swiftly to issues like moisture or mold before the problem gets worse.

You don’t need to spend a lot of time on your inspection. A simple 20-minute walkthrough will give you a chance to spot pest damage, moisture, or musty odors that might signal mildew.

How to Close Out Your Storage Unit

Most storage units have a protocol in place for ending service. Notify the company 30 days in advance of your move out time to let them know you are leaving.

Set aside enough time to close out your storage unit. Make sure you have the proper help to take care of the task. Consider hiring professional movers if you have a lot of stuff to move.

Make sure you remove all items from your unit. Sweep the floor from back to front after the storage unit is empty. Check to see if there are any floor stains or leaks from any of your items.

Once the unit is clean, let the facility manager know that you have vacated the unit.

Wrapping Up Our List of Storage Unit Tips

And that concludes our list of tips for using a storage unit. The key to a happy storage experience is planning. A bit of effort will pay big dividends as you come back to your unit to find your items in pristine condition.

There are many reasons why our customers choose to put items in self-storage. Whatever your reason, you can use these storage unit tips to keep your items safe and your closeout uncomplicated. And here’s another tip – trust WheeKeep for all your self-storage needs!

We make self-storage easy. Your items are safe in our affordable, weatherproof, secure, and clean storage units no matter how long they stay. We know how important your cherished items are to you. Count on us to keep them safe and sound.