Tips for vehicle storage

Before arriving at the storage centre

• Wash your vehicle thoroughly. Tar, tree sap and bugs can damage the paint if left on your vehicle for extended periods of time.
• Touch-up any paint chips and give your vehicle a coat of wax. This will prevent rust from starting on the outside of your vehicle.
• Grease the steering and suspension components of your vehicle. This will force any moisture and dirt out of the pivots.
• Change the oil and filter and run the engine for a few minutes to circulate the new oil throughout the engine. Acids in used oil will attack engine bearing surfaces when left sitting in the engine.
• Inflate the tires properly.
• If you have a boat, ensure that any outboard motors are either removed or secured with a specialized lock to discourage theft. Remove anything of value from the boat.
• If you have a RV, ensure that the vehicle can be properly secured, particularly if you plan to leave the vehicle unattended for long periods of time. Ensure that all windows and roof vents are closed tightly.

At the storage centre

• Securely cover your vehicle with a breathable fabric to protect it from dirt, sunlight and moisture.
• Secure all doors. Make sure windows are completely closed.
• Use a specialized trailer hitch lock on your boat or trailer to discourage theft.
• Store all items within the vehicle (i.e. bicycles, spare tires, tables).

Prohibited items

Common sense and government laws determine what may be stored in self storage facilities. Please read the following to ensure that you, your belongings and your fellow customers are safe at all times. If you have any questions, our Storage Specialists will be happy to help.

As a rule, never store any of the following:

• Firearms, explosives, weapons or ammunition.
• Hazardous, toxic or radioactive goods, biological agents and flammable materials and liquids. These present a serious danger to the facility, its personnel, other customers and your goods.
• Gas canisters (e.g. for barbeques or recreational vehicle use) and aerosol cans.
• Pollutants, contaminated goods, asbestos or other materials of a potentially dangerous nature.
• Cash or securities, coins, precious stones, jewellery, antiques or fine art unless specifically agreed with us in writing, in advance of storing such goods in the unit.
• Illegal substances, illegal items or goods illegally obtained.
• Birds, fish, animals or any other living creature.
• Food or perishable goods. Dry foods (like rice, flour, pet food etc.).
• Scented candles or ornaments made of edible ingredients (e.g. popcorn strings, cookie or play-dough ornaments).
• Waste or other items which do or could emit any fumes, smell or odour.

Insurance

The items you place in self storage units are the sole responsibility of you, their owner. Goods are not insured by the storage facility. If your insurance does not cover stored possessions, check with your local insurance agent about acquiring “all risk” insurance coverage for your possessions.