10 Items You Should Never Store in a Storage Unit
Self-storage is an excellent solution for protecting furniture, household items, business inventory, and personal belongings. However, certain items should never be stored in a storage unit.
Understanding these restrictions helps protect your belongings, neighboring customers, and the facility itself.
1. Food
Food attracts insects, rodents, and pests.
Even sealed food products can create problems over time and should never be stored.
2. Perishable Items
Items that can spoil, rot, or decay should remain outside of storage facilities.
Examples include:
- Produce
- Dairy products
- Pet food
- Open food containers
3. Hazardous Chemicals
Chemicals that may create health or fire hazards should never be stored.
Examples include:
- Pesticides
- Pool chemicals
- Certain solvents
Always follow manufacturer recommendations for proper storage.
4. Gasoline and Fuel
Fuel creates significant fire risks and should never be stored in a storage unit.
5. Explosives
Fireworks, ammunition, explosives, and similar materials are prohibited.
6. Illegal Items
Storage units may not be used to store illegal substances or stolen property.
7. Live Animals
Animals may never be housed or stored in a storage unit under any circumstances.
8. Wet Items
Furniture, carpeting, clothing, and boxes should be completely dry before entering storage.
Moisture can contribute to mildew and damage.
9. Strong Odor-Producing Materials
Items producing strong odors can impact neighboring units and attract pests.
10. Unregistered Vehicles
Vehicle storage rules vary by facility. Always contact management before storing a vehicle.
What Can You Store?
Storage City customers commonly store:
- Furniture
- Appliances
- Household goods
- Business inventory
- Seasonal decorations
- Sporting equipment
- Boats
- RVs
- Vehicles
Questions About Storage?
If you're unsure whether an item can be stored, contact Storage City before moving it into your unit.
We're happy to help ensure your storage experience is safe, secure, and compliant with facility guidelines.
The information provided in this article is offered as a courtesy for general informational purposes only. While Storage City strives to provide accurate and helpful information, no warranty or guarantee is expressed or implied regarding the completeness, accuracy, or applicability of the content. Individual circumstances may vary. For facility-specific policies, please refer to Storage City's Rental Agreement and Terms & Conditions.
