HI Again. It's the Affordable Storage Guy here with more suggestions on how to pack your appliances and garage items for storage.
I'd like to start with the large appliances. Make sure that the appliances are clean and dry and all moving parts are secure. Your smaller appliances should be cleaned as well and, if it works, you can pack them together. Just be sure to add enough padding in between them so that they don't shift during the move.
Taping the electrical cords to the appliances prevents them from getting tangled or lost. Removing knobs from appliances and putting them in Ziploc bags is also a great idea.
Washing machines - The first step is to make sure that they are dry. Be sure to drain all water from the hoses. does then, prevent damage during moving, wedge padding between the tub and the sides of the washer.
Dishwashers - These must have the water drained from the hoses and interior. Thoroughly clean and dry and wrap all moveable parts that could scratch the interior or be damaged themselves during moving.
Stove - Make sure the stove is properly disconnected by a service man from the electrical or gas company. Clean thoroughly and pack away all the loose pieces found in the lower drawer. Remove broiler pan and racks. Secure burners, elements and trays with tape to prevent shifting.
Freezers and Refrigerators - Allow approximately 3 days for defrosting and cleaning. Although the doors should be taped shut during the move, they should be kept slightly open when in storage to prevent mildew. It's okay to put pillows and other light things inside them during the move.
Electronic Equipment - These items should be repacked in their original shipping containers with foam inserts. If the original boxes are no longer available, pack the equipment tightly with plenty of foam padding or bubble wrap. Remove all detachable cables and wiring. Label carefully for quick reinstallation. Carefully secure all moveable parts.
Garage - You should drain all gasoline and oil from your machines. don't forget to disconnect batteries, too. Bundle all the rakes, hoes and shovels together with twine or tape.
Sports Equipment - If you would like to keep the big items like skis and snowboards clean while in storage, put them in large mattress bags. Of course the smaller items can all fit into boxes. (I always put my ski boots in a separate box just so they don't take up space in my closet during the summer.)
Bikes - Clean and lubricate your bike before you pack it. Then remove the pedals and seat and turn the handlebars in. Ideally bikes should be further dismantled and boxed to protect them during a move. If you don't box the bike, make sure to drape plastic wrap on top of it while it is in storage. The plastic will keep the bike clean while in storage and help you avoid problems resulting from dust buildup. - 16463
I'd like to start with the large appliances. Make sure that the appliances are clean and dry and all moving parts are secure. Your smaller appliances should be cleaned as well and, if it works, you can pack them together. Just be sure to add enough padding in between them so that they don't shift during the move.
Taping the electrical cords to the appliances prevents them from getting tangled or lost. Removing knobs from appliances and putting them in Ziploc bags is also a great idea.
Washing machines - The first step is to make sure that they are dry. Be sure to drain all water from the hoses. does then, prevent damage during moving, wedge padding between the tub and the sides of the washer.
Dishwashers - These must have the water drained from the hoses and interior. Thoroughly clean and dry and wrap all moveable parts that could scratch the interior or be damaged themselves during moving.
Stove - Make sure the stove is properly disconnected by a service man from the electrical or gas company. Clean thoroughly and pack away all the loose pieces found in the lower drawer. Remove broiler pan and racks. Secure burners, elements and trays with tape to prevent shifting.
Freezers and Refrigerators - Allow approximately 3 days for defrosting and cleaning. Although the doors should be taped shut during the move, they should be kept slightly open when in storage to prevent mildew. It's okay to put pillows and other light things inside them during the move.
Electronic Equipment - These items should be repacked in their original shipping containers with foam inserts. If the original boxes are no longer available, pack the equipment tightly with plenty of foam padding or bubble wrap. Remove all detachable cables and wiring. Label carefully for quick reinstallation. Carefully secure all moveable parts.
Garage - You should drain all gasoline and oil from your machines. don't forget to disconnect batteries, too. Bundle all the rakes, hoes and shovels together with twine or tape.
Sports Equipment - If you would like to keep the big items like skis and snowboards clean while in storage, put them in large mattress bags. Of course the smaller items can all fit into boxes. (I always put my ski boots in a separate box just so they don't take up space in my closet during the summer.)
Bikes - Clean and lubricate your bike before you pack it. Then remove the pedals and seat and turn the handlebars in. Ideally bikes should be further dismantled and boxed to protect them during a move. If you don't box the bike, make sure to drape plastic wrap on top of it while it is in storage. The plastic will keep the bike clean while in storage and help you avoid problems resulting from dust buildup. - 16463
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