Furniture, automobiles, business inventory, seasonal clothing – our customers keep just about everything in our units. We’re Saudi Arabia’s #1 choice for everyone looking for self-storage, and we have storage units suited for many different home or business needs.

What can you store in a storage unit? Just about anything, though some items will require special preparation. But there are some things you shouldn’t put up in storage. That’s why we’ve created this guide to what not to store in a storage unit.

This guide gives you a complete tally of WheeKeep’s forbidden items, along with the reasons why we ban them from our storage facilities. Outside our list of what not to put in a storage unit, we can handle just about anything else. Call us to learn more about our storage offerings today!

Benefits of Storage Units

Storage units hold your belongings and items. But when you store your items with WheeKeep, you get much more. Here are just a few of the benefits of WheeKeep storage.

Convenience and Extra Space When You Need It

Whenever you need extra space, WheeKeep has a storage unit ready for you. Our customer support team will assist you in how to pick a storage unit size and what type of storage unit you need. And our flexible access policy means you can retrieve your items when you need them

Secure, Monitored Spaces for Peace of Mind

Storing items away while you’re away is stressful. WheeKeep keeps your items safe with security guards, 24/7 closed circuit footage, and a state of the art fire alarm system. There’s nothing to worry about because you know your items will be safe until you return.

A Smart Solution for Seasonal or Transitional Storage

People rent a moving storage unit while their new house is being constructed or renovated. They store their seasonal wardrobes in a climate-controlled unit or put up seasonal inventory in business storage. WheeKeep keeps their valuables safe until the situation or seasons change.

What Not to Put in a Storage Unit

Safety is our top priority, so we have strict rules about what not to store in a storage unit. We put these guidelines in place to protect everybody’s stored items, including yours.

Ready to move your things into our storage facility? First, check out our list of what not to put in a storage unit.

Anything Flammable, Explosive, or Hazardous

Flammable, combustible, explosive, or hazardous items are strictly prohibited. This includes:

• Petrol
• Diesel fuel
• Propane tanks
• Paint and paint thinners
• Cleaning solvents
• Fertilizers
• Fireworks
• Compressed gas cylinders

We put these at the top of our list of what not to store in a storage unit for a reason. Saudi Arabia’s warm climate makes these containers volatile. Pressure from high temperatures can cause leaks, toxic fumes, or even spontaneous combustion.

Perishable Food or Anything That Attracts Pests

Don’t store perishable food items like fresh produce, meat, and dairy products. We also prohibit the storage of open dry goods like rice, flour, spices, pet food, and birdseed.

Perishable items stink when they rot. Those smells can get into soft furnishings in your unit and neighboring units. Food items also attract insects and rodents. A pest infestation can quickly spread through the entire storage facility and damage store furniture, documents, and clothing.

But it’s important to note that pests will actually not infiltrate your unit when you partner with WheeKeep – unless they enter the unit with whatever you’re storing. Our climate-controlled units are not penetrable by pests. This is to say you should be careful about what YOU bring in!

Live Animals or Plants

Living things are high on our list of what not to store in a storage unit. Storage units are dark and unventilated, so keeping living creatures there is cruel. Keeping live animals in a WheeKeep storage unit violates both our policies and local animal welfare laws.

Plants quickly wither and die in a storage unit. Decaying plant matter attracts pests and leads to mold and mildew growth. If you’re going on a long trip, find a proper home for your plants and animals.

Unregistered or Non-Operational Vehicles

Can you store a car in a storage unit? Absolutely! Many of our customers rely on WheeKeep to keep their automobiles safe. But your vehicle must be registered and operational. Under local regulations, we must also see your proof of ownership and insurance documentation.

Non-operational vehicles often leak oil, petrol, or coolant. These leaks can create a slip hazard, damage the floor, or present a fire risk. We’ll guide you through all the requirements of safe and secure vehicle storage.

Illegal Items or Stolen Property

Do not store illicit drugs, unlicensed firearms, explosives, or any form of contraband in a WheeKeep storage unit. We operate in full compliance with Saudi Arabia laws and regulations, and will terminate your lease and notify the appropriate authorities.

Using our units to hide stolen goods is a serious criminal offense. We will cooperate fully with local law enforcement agencies in any investigation, and will provide access to storage units when required by a legal warrant.

Valuables and Irreplaceable Personal Items

WheeKeep facilities have multiple layers of security in place. But our insurance coverage has limits on high-value items. And even the best insurance policy cannot make up for the damage or loss of an irreplaceable heirloom.

Keep fine jewelry, precious gems, and important documents in a safe deposit box or a specialized repository. This will give you the highest level of protection and the best peace of mind.

Items Sensitive to Extreme Temperature or Humidity (Unless It’s Climate-Controlled)

Saudi Arabia has high temperatures and significant humidity in the coastal regions. As we noted in our guide on how to store electronics in storage unit, you need to keep certain sensitive items in climate-controlled conditions. We have both fridge units OR ambient units for you at Wheekeep.

Heat warps wood and melts vinyl records. Humidity corrodes metal and encourages mold and mildew growth. Climate-controlled storage units protect your cherished belongings.

Large Sums of Cash

Do not store Riyals or any other currency in a self-storage unit. There’s no way to verify the amount lost, and no way to file a recovery claim. Our facilities are built to guard physical possessions and property, not liquid financial assets, so our insurers don’t cover cash losses.

Keep your currency in a bank or certified financial institution. They offer security, insurance, and a legal framework designed for handling money. WheeKeep can guarantee the safety of your items. For financial safety and security, you need professional banking services.

Unconventional Storage Unit Uses That ARE Allowed

Those are the guidelines on what not to store in a storage unit. Here are some of the many things you can do with a storage unit – including some you might not have considered.

Starting a Small E-Commerce Inventory Hub

You may find that your inventory is taking up more space than you anticipated as your e-commerce business grows. Reclaim your space by putting your items in a storage unit.

Our customer support team will advise you on how to pick a storage unit size, and set you up with a unit that suits your personal and professional needs. Call us today and take your online business to the next level.

Storing Business Records or Excess Office Furniture

You have to keep your business records in accordance with all applicable Saudi laws. After a time, all that paperwork starts to take up space. You may find yourself left with perfectly good older desks and furniture when you buy new ones.

Save space and fulfill your legal obligations with a storage unit. Keep your excess office furniture in storage until you can sell it, donate it, or use it for a satellite office.

Temporary Storage During Home Renovations

Home renovations are stressful. You don’t want your furniture getting damaged, spattered with paint, or covered in sawdust. Put your furnishings aside in a storage unit for safekeeping while your contractor finishes the job.

You can put upholstered furniture, wooden items, rugs, lamps, and other possessions in our care. We have storage units to fit every need and will work with you to find the unit you need.

Get the Most Flexible Storage Terms at WheeKeep!

WheeKeep is there for you whether you need indefinite storage or just need a short-term storage unit rental. And we literally mean “there for you.” We can bring our portable storage unit to your home. You load it up, and we take it back to our facility for safekeeping.

Are you a contractor who needs a place to store your tools on a job? Ask about our on site storage unit! We can provide you with a secure place to put your tools and equipment up at the day’s end and keep it safe until the next work day.

Whether you need to store cars, furniture, a home theater system, or a wardrobe, you can count on WheeKeep to keep your items safe. Call us now to find out more!

Final Words on What Not to Store in a Storage Unit

And that concludes our list of what not to put in a storage unit. Follow those guidelines and you’ll keep your items and our storage facility a safe place for everyone.

When you choose a trusted storage provider like WheeKeep, you can rest easy. We take your safety seriously and we protect your valuable items like they were our own.

Choose the best storage unit provider in Saudi Arabia for all your needs – choose WheeKeep!