Leader of the Pack

One of the benefits of mobile storage is that you get to pack your container at your own pace, so you can still keep up with the millions of other things you have to do. Since you are typically the one doing the packing, you will know where everything is inside your storage container. Keep in mind, depending on the quality of your storage unit, you may need to take additional steps to secure your belongings. Most modern units have a strap system so your valuables don't shift during transit, but here are some tips for packing your container:

• Make sure your container is weather-proof, otherwise you may want to seal it with a tarp or plastic sheet.
• Cover mattresses, boxsprings, and upholstered furniture with protective plastic sheets or blankets.
• Try to distribute the weight evenly in your container. Heavier items on the bottom; lighter items on top.
• Protect sharp corners with blankets, bubble wrap, or padded paper.
• Pack heavy items (such as books) in smaller boxes, and lighter items (such as bedding) in bigger boxes.
• Do not lay mirrors and pictures flat, always prop them up vertically.
• Do not put perishables, flammables, or hazardous materials in your unit.
• Pack items as densely as possible to prevent shifting during transit.
• Be sure to keep an inventory of everything you pack inside your unit.