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Storage During the Summer

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Access Storage offers temp-control units and standard units for storing the in the summer months. With locations in Jasper, Ferdinand, Dale, Huntingburg, Corydon, Birdseye and Washington

Storage During the Summer As temperatures rise, so do the challenges of keeping your belongings safe in storage. Whether you’re decluttering, moving, or just stashing away your winter gear, summer presents unique conditions that can affect what you store—and how you store it. Here are essential tips to protect your items and make the most of your storage unit during the hottest months of the year. 1. Summer Means Heat: Go Climate-Controlled If You Can Summer heat can be brutal, especially in areas where temperatures can be above 90°F. If you’re storing sensitive items like electronics, photos, documents, wood furniture, or leather goods, a temperature-controlled storage unit is worth the investment. In our temperature-controlled units we keep the temperature between 50-80 degrees preventing warping, mold, and other heat-related damage. 2. Avoid Plastic Wrap (Unless It's Breathable) Plastic wrap traps moisture, which can turn your storage unit into a breeding ground for mold and mildew when it’s hot and humid. A suggestion is to use breathable materials like cotton sheets or blankets to cover furniture and boxes. If you must use plastic, make sure it’s perforated or designed to allow airflow. 3. Store Smart: Pack for Protection Use totes instead of boxes: Summer heat can weaken cheap cardboard, especially in humid conditions. Keep items off the floor: Use pallets to avoid direct contact with the floor, reducing the chance of heat buildup and moisture damage. Label everything clearly: When it’s hot, the last thing you want to do is search through unmarked boxes for that one item. 4. Rotate Seasonal Items Summer is the perfect time to swap out winter items for warm-weather gear. Store your snow boots, holiday decorations, and heavy coats, and pull out your camping gear, beach supplies, or sports equipment for easy access. 5. Schedule Your Visits Wisely If you need to visit your storage unit, try to go early in the morning or later in the evening when temperatures are cooler. Bring water, wear light clothing, and plan ahead so you’re not spending extra ...


Access Storage
June 10th, 2025

Storing at College Dorm or Apartment

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Access Storage has storage units in Dubois, Spencer and Harrison Counties for college students. Our storage units come in varies sizes and are compactivity priced to fit your needs. .

Storing at College Dorm or Apartment If you are living on campus or in an apartment during the schoolyear, a small storage unit can optimize your living space, keep your belongings safe and secure, and even expand your closet size. When you’re away on breaks, you can transform the extra space into a home for your belongings during the summer. By doing so, you can eliminate lugging all your things back home and watching them sit in a pile until you’re ready to lug them back up to school. Here’s some ideas of what you can store: 1. Extra clothes, textbooks, supplies, sporting equipment 2. Valuables you don’t want to get stolen or “borrowed” 3. Mini fridge, futon, microwave, desk, chair, mirror, Keurig, etc. 4. Bed & mattress, couch, table & chairs, blender, dresser, nightstand, etc. ...


Access Storage
May 13th, 2025

Uses for a Small Self-Storage Unit

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Access Storge Now is your storage solution for small to large units in Jasper, Huntingburg, Ireland, Birdseye, Ferdinand and Corydon Indiana. We offer many sizes to fit your storage needs. We are your local storage solution

50 square foot of space does not seem like much room, but when considering strategically stacking & organizing your items, one can do a lot with a small 5x10 or 10x10 storage unit. For example, are you re-painting your house but have no place for your furniture & décor to go while in the process of completing your project? Are you tired of tripping over the seasonal toys & equipment in your garage? The kids ride-on toys & push lawn mower along with the over abundance of basketballs, kick balls & other sports equipment can have a new home for winter in a standard 5x10 storage unit. Did you buy a new bike or motorcycle that just does not fit right in the corner of your garage? A 5x10 unit is the perfect size to store those new toys. The best reasons to use a 5x10 storage unit include: · Temporarily remodeling a room in your home · Making room for a nursery or new baby · Eliminating the extra cost of having a garage for storage · A child leaving or returning home from college · Repurposing a room once your child has moved out · Lawn Care tools & equipment to free up space in your garage · Bikes & seasonal toys · Motorcycles · Luggage & season décor ...


Access Storage Now
April 11th, 2025

How to Store Tools

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Access Storage Now is the perfect solution for storing your tools when you don't have garage space. Our units come in many sizes to fit your needs.

In order to keep your hand tools & power tools in good working order be sure to clean them routinely & store them properly. There are many different ways to store your tools, depending on your budget, space & preference. Read below on tips for storing your power tools & hand tools. 1. Clean tools regularly – after each use be sure to wipe down the tool to remove any dust, moisture and dirt. Using a paintbrush to dust off all dirt/dust on the tools. Routinely be sure to wipe down with a cloth & oil to ensure the tool will last long term. 2. Throw away any broken tools – when cleaning/maintaining tools, be sure to keep an eye out for rust & broken tools. This will make it easier to find the tools you want & also keep you safe while using your tools so you don’t use any broken tools, increasing your chances of having an accident. 3. Storage Ideas for tools a. Peg Board – if you are limited on space, mounting a peg board to a wall is a good solution. b. Drawers – use drawer system to keep tools free of dust & dirt. c. Plastic Bins – if putting tools in self storage, place in plastic bins, adding a layer of protection against the tools & for easy handling and moving. Be sure to label the box so you can easily find tools you need while moving/remodeling your home. d. Use shelving to hold small hand tools & power tools. 4. Never store tools near or on the ground – this will increase the likelihood of the tool getting damaged from other items being put on top of them ...


Access Storage Now
March 19th, 2025

How To Choose The Right Size Storage Unit

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Choosing the right size storage unit at Access Storage can help you utilize your space more efficiently. Our website has helpful tools to make the right choice.

How to choose the right size storage unit Trying to figure out what size unit you are needing can be a struggle. We suggest using this guide to estimate how large of a unit you will need. We also do offer you to gain temporary access with a facility manager to view a unit in person if you think seeing the size in person would help you. 25-99 sq ft - Large Closet 1 small room of furniture and/or items such as boxes, desks, chairs, bookcases, beds, mattresses, dressers. Choose our 5x5, 5x10, 15x5 or 7x12 storage unit. 100-199 sq ft - Small Bedroom 2-4 rooms of furniture and/or items such as sofas, TVs, dining sets, tables, pianos. Choose our 10x10, 12x10, or 10x15 storage unit. 200-299 sq ft - Single Car Garage 5-7 rooms of furniture and/or items such as appliances and outdoor furniture. Choose our 10x20 or 10x25 storage unit. 300+ sq ft - 2 Car Garage Multiple rooms of furniture and/or contents of an average to large-sized home and/or garage items. Boat and RV storage. Choose our 12×25 or 10×30 sized storage unit. Did you buy a new bike or motorcycle that just does not fit right in the corner of your garage? A 5x10 unit is the perfect size to store those new toys. The best reasons to use a 5x10 storage unit include: Temporarily remodeling a room in your home Making room for a nursery or new baby Eliminating the extra cost of having a garage for storage A child leaving or returning home from college Repurposing a room once your child has moved out Lawn Care tools & equipment to free up space in your garage Bikes & seasonal toys Motorcycles Luggage & Seasonal decor ...


Access Storage
February 6th, 2025

How to safely store mattress & furniture in Storage

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Access Storage explains how to properly store a mattress in a storage unit for short or long term storage

Whether storing a tradition spring mattress or memory foam, follow these tips. 1. Remove all bedding from mattress – do not store with sheets & mattress covers still on. 2. Clean the mattress with upholstery cleaner, let it dry & vacuum both sides. 3. Wrap the mattress in a secure & breathable plastic cover. Secure with tape/rope – you can also purchase a mattress cover based on the size of mattress you are storing 4. We suggest using a temperature-controlled unit to store upholstered/fabric items. 5. Make sure to store the mattress flat – storing on its side can deform & make it fall out of its shape. 6. DO NOT lay mattress directly on floor – use boxes inside unit or even the bed frame itself to set the mattress on if possible. 7. Don’t place heavy items on top of the mattress as that could cause it to deform. ...


Access Storage
January 9th, 2025

Storing Christmas Decorations

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Choosing Storage Units with Access Storage to help you organize and store your Christmas decorations.

Storing Christmas Decorations Now that Christmas & the new year has begun, its time to take down all those beautiful & bright Christmas decorations. Boxes, totes, & bags of holiday décor can take up a lot of space in your closets, basement, and attic space, limiting the amount of room you have for regularly used items. We highly consider using self-storage for your solution this year! Self-Storage will also limit the number of stairs you will have to climb for those using basement or attic storage spaces. Tips 1. Wrap lights around a coffee can, piece of cardboard or clothes hanger. 2. Store wreaths in a large trash bag or it original box. If in a bag, be sure not to place something heavy on top so you don’t smash and damage the wreath. Another creative way to store wreath is using garment bags and hanging on a rack 3. Organize ornaments creatively using the following items a. Egg carton for the smaller ball ornaments b. Drink tray from fast food restaurant c. Plastic apple container for larger ball ornaments d. Solo cups in plastic totes e. Use coffee filters for packing 4. An artificial tree, depending on size, takes up a lot of space. If the original box is not available, use totes to store the tree tips. Be sure to bend the branches back to minimize the amount of space it takes up. If you choose a larger tote, purchase one with wheels to make moving it much easier on you. ...


Access Storage
January 7th, 2025

What Type of Container To Pack Items In

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When using storage it's good to know how to package your valuable items. At Access Storage we also offer temp control units to secure your items.

Plastic Bins Vs. Cardboard Boxes When storing items in a storage unit, there is no right or wrong answer as to what type of box you should use, however there are pros & cons to using both plastic & cardboard boxes. Depending on the length of stay in the storage unit, the type of weather you are moving in, the distance you are moving your items, and many other factors contribute to what type of box to use during storage. Pros of using Cardboard · The cost of using cardboard is significantly less than using plastic storage bins. · It is better for the environment, cardboard is biodegradable & can be easily recycled. · You can label boxes easily with a marker that won’t smear. · You save space. Cardboard boxes stack better & save you on space. · Typically cardboard boxes will weigh less than a plastic tote, making it easier to carry Cons of using Cardboard · Time: It takes time to put the boxes together · You need more supplies, heavy duty tape to be sure the boxes are sealed well · Durability, cardboard isn’t as strong as plastic, so you wont be able to stack boxes high · Cardboard boxes are easily damaged and you might not get use out of it after a move · Fragile items can be broken much easier in a cardboard box Pros of using Plastic Tote · Durable – plastic bins are much more durable and will keep your items safe during a move. . Reusable – there are many purposes for storage bins & can be used for a lifetime. · Comes in many colors – during a move you can strategically pack items based on color of tote & room/use of items. They also can be clear so you can see what all is in the box while moving. · Waterproof – will keep items safe if there is a flood or leak ...


Access Storage
December 11th, 2024

RV Storage Tips

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Access Storage has RV parking and storage in Jasper, Ireland, Huntingburg and Dale to keep your RV or boat

Winter is quickly approaching, don’t wait to figure out your storage solution for your beloved summer home on wheels! When winter temperatures approach, taking the time to prepare your camper for low temperatures (under 32 degrees) is very important to help long-term protection of your investment. Follow these tips: 1. Drain the Water System – very important, any water left in the plumbing system can freeze and bust/break fittings & lines. 2. Prep the Exterior – do a thorough inspecition of the roof, sides, seams, windows & doors to make sure there are no holes/cracks. If you find any, make sure you reseal with suggestions from your RV/Camper dealer to choose the correct sealant. 3. Choose a Safe Location. 4. Cover It – if your storage keeps your camper/rv outside, a suggestion is to use a cover that is made especially for your camper/rv. 5. Save the Batteries – disconnect the batteries and store in a cool (not cold) & dry place. B 6. Add Fuel Stabilizer – follow instructions per stabilizer purchased 7. Pest Control – Be sure to remove all food & clean kitchen appliances. Place mouse traps throughout camper. 8. Check on Stored Camper/RV Regularly ...


Access Storage
November 26th, 2024

How To Help Prevent Pests From Being In Storage Unit

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At Access Storage we are proactive on helping our customers have the best storage experience by providing pest control in common areas..

As a renter, you are responsible for pest control inside your unit. Access Storage does provide pest control in the common areas of the facility. Storage units full of cardboard & upholstery are more susceptible for rodents to make a “home” but if you take these precautions, you can lessen the possibility of having any trouble with pests & rodents in your storage unit. 1. Consider using plastic containers rather than cardboard boxes to store your items in. 2. DO NOT store any kind of food in your unit. This includes military kits, packaged & sealed food items. It is against our rental agreement. 3. Clean kitchen appliances thoroughly before storing to make sure all food residue is removed. 4. Use wood pallets to keep bins/boxes off the direct floor – this also allows for air flow 5. Wrap plastic around upholstered furnitures & soft items like pillows, curtains etc that don’t fit in boxes. Pests love to destroy fabric and a layer of plastic will make it harder for them to damage your items 6. Use pest deterrents – cotton balls soaked in peppermint oil or lavender, cedar blocks are all natural pest deterrants – also set mouse traps throughout unit along the walls and near to door. 7. Check on your unit regularly – leaving your unit unattended for months could lead to a big problem if pests do somehow get into your unit. We recommend checking on your unit every couple weeks and report and problem to facility manager. ...


Access Storage
October 14th, 2024

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