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What is self storage?
A. Self Storage is a service offering a secure
storage solution to both residential and business
users that they control themselves. Providence Self
Storage offers clean, dry and secure storage units
that only you have access to after you lock your
unit.
Q. What is the availability of the
facility?
A. Providence Self Storage gate hours are 6:00 AM –
10:00 PM, 7 days a week. When you become a customer,
you will create a unique gate code to gain access to
the facility during these gate hours.
Q. What size storage unit do I need?
A. If you are unsure which size storage unit you
will need, you can refer to our size estimator. Keep
in mind that it will also depend on if you plan on
having shelves in your unit, or if you plan on
leaving room in between your items for easy access.
You can always contact our knowledgeable Store
Manager to assist you in determining what unit size
will fit your needs best.
Q. Can I change the size of my unit
if my storage needs change?
A. You will always have the option of changing to a
larger or smaller unit if your storage needs change.
Our Staff will be able to find a suitable storage
unit for you.
Q. Do I need a lock for my unit?
A. Yes, you can purchase a lock at Providence Self
Storage. No one else will have the key -- you will
be the only one that has keys for the lock on your
unit.
Q. For how long do I have to rent a
unit?
A. Our units are rented on a month-to-month basis.
Your lease will automatically renew itself each
month until you provide proper notice to us when you
plan to vacate your unit.
Q. How do I pay my monthly bill?
A. Providence Self Storage offers you several
methods of paying your monthly payment. Payment can
be made by check, credit card or cash. Automatic
payments can be set up using your credit card.
Q. Do you sell packing supplies and
boxes?
A. Yes, Providence Self Storage offers a wide
selection of packing supplies as well as various
size boxes.
Storage Guidelines and Tips
Packing boxes for storage:
- Fill boxes to
capacity. Partially filled containers
will not adequately support more boxes
stacked on top without crushing or
tipping.
- As you pack boxes,
make a list of contents. Label all
boxes and keep a list at home for quick
reference.
- Add bay leaves to
boxes when packing goods to ward off
most insects and household pests.
Stacking items in the
self storage:
- If you will be
accessing boxes regularly, you may want
to use shelving to organize your space.
- Place heaviest boxes
at the bottom.
- Keep frequently used
or accessed items near the door.
- Leave a walkway so
you can easily get to items in storage.
- Disassemble large
items to maximize space.
- Store couches and
large chairs (except sofa beds) on end.
- Clean refrigerators
and freezers before storing. Leave
doors slightly ajar. You may want to
use the space inside for storage of
smaller items.
- Mirrors and pictures
should be wrapped with paper pads or
boxes and stood on their sides. Do not
store flat.
- For long term
storage, to prevent moisture from
wicking up from concrete floors,
consider putting down several 2x4's to
hold boxes off the floor slightly
Some
helpful tips to help you
store your belongings in
one of our self-storage
units:
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Store the items
you’ll use the most
at the front for
easy access.
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Leave a center
aisle; stack
everything two
inches from the
walls to allow for
circulation.
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Place shelving
against the walls
and use for storing
boxes and small
items.
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To retard rust, wipe
all metal surfaces
with a rag
containing a few
drops of machine
oil.
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Long-handled tools
such as rakes,
shovels and hoes
should be clean,
lightly oiled and
tied in bundles.
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Records and
phonographs should
be stored on edge to
prevent warping;
when moving a record
player the tone arm
and turntable should
be secured to
prevent damage.
Large Appliances
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Make sure to
thoroughly clean all
appliances.
- A
refrigerator or
freezer should be
clean and dry and
stored with its door
slightly ajar.
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Utilize space inside
for more storage.
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Boxes can be stacked
on top of stoves,
refrigerators and
freezers.
Furniture
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Place a pallet,
corrugated cardboard
mat, or plastic
sheet on the floor
and stand mirrors,
pictures, mattresses
and couches on end
with protective
covers over them.
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Disassemble beds and
tables and wrap
table legs in paper;
if a table will not
disassemble, place
padding on the floor
and place the table
on its top with the
legs pointing up.
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Use dresser tops for
stacking cartons and
dresser drawers for
linens or small,
delicate items.
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Keep upholstery off
the floor.
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Stack chairs
seat-to-seat if
possible or place
upside down on
tables which cannot
be disassembled.
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Do not place heavy
items on sofas or
mattresses.
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Avoid stacking or
leaning furniture
against outside
walls to aid
ventilation.
Boxes
- Be sure to use good quality boxes; Purchase boxes and other packing supplies from PROVIDENCE SELF STORAGE.
- Place heavy items in small boxes for easy lifting.
- Fill your boxes completely and securely close them.
- Label the boxes to allow you to identify the contents.
- Close and securely tape all boxes.
Breakables
- Use a dish-pack or glassware box for greater protection.
- Wrap each item with protective wrap or foam; place a layer of packing inside the bottom and at the top of the box.
- Nest cups and bowls, and stand dishes, saucers and platters on edge; wrapped glassware should be packed upright near the tops of cartons.
- Pack paper into all open spaces to ensure a tight fit.
- Label all boxes containing glassware; do not place heavy items on top of these boxes.
Holiday Decorations
- Save the original cartons that contain delicate ornaments.
- Pad with packing paper or newsprint.
- Wrap strings of lights around a piece of cardboard then place in a carton lined with packing paper.
Lamps
- Wrap large lamp bases in padding; smaller lamps should be wrapped and placed into boxes.
- Pack delicate lamp shades separately.
- Do not use newsprint to wrap lamp shades or any other goods that may be damaged by ink stains.
- Do not store heavy items on cartons containing lamps or lamp shades.
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administrative fees
or security deposits
upon rental of a unit
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