FAQ Portable Storage
Pickup & Delivery Services
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Whether you are moving or storing your belongings, On site storage is a convenient way to do it. You can take your time loading or you can hire Bargain Boxes to load your unit.(s) You can store on site, or you can have them taken back to the dry and secure warehouse. You can even have the units redelivered to you new location. Bargain Boxes can help you figure out what size, how many you need, and how to get them loaded and unloaded.
Visit our Moving Estimator to determine the size unit you will need. Our moving counselor will contact you and help you decide what will work with your budget and goals in mind.
Insurance for Your Items You maintain complete responsibility for the items that you place inside your storage unit. As such, Bargain Boxes recommends that you seek additional insurance from the unit itself. Some home owner's and renter's policies cover theft off premises, and would cover what is in storage. To find out if this applies to you, call your home owners or renter's insurance provider. Take a complete inventory and keep it current.
Loading your Unit
Bargain Boxes recommends hiring professionals to load your Units to protect against damage and to maximize your space. You can receive an estimate by visiting our moving estimator.
If you wish to DIY, here are some helpful tips:
Packing
View our article, the Art of Packing, for great tips to properly pack your household items.
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Furniture
- Cover all furniture and disassemble, if possible.
- Wrap table legs with packing paper as scratch protection.
- Lay down blankets between the furniture and the floor of the unit.
- Place assembled tables top down on floor with legs pointing towards the back of the unit away from the door.
- Stack chairs seat-to-seat with cloth or paper separating them.
- Avoid stacking or leaning furniture against outside walls.
 Large Appliances and Equipment
- Leave appliance doors slightly ajar. Moisture and mildew will damage your valuables so make sure your refrigerator or freezer is clean and dry.
- Use valuable storage space inside appliances for small items.
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