UHaul Moving & Storage of Oakland

To protect mattresses and box springs, wrap them in plastic. Put them on a pallet or low platform to keep them off the floor. Store them near the back of the unit, and place them vertically, resting on the long side.

Are you a businessperson that provides goods on a route, such as for vending machines or a local bakery? Our secure storage units are a perfect place to keep your inventory. With easy access, and units with drive-up access, you will be able to make your deliveries on time.

A great use for self-storage is as a "second garage" for off-season equipment. This includes things like lawnmowers, motorcycles, or snowmobiles. To protect your motor and minimize risk, remember to drain all of the gas before storing.

When moving your belongings into a self-storage space, be sure to allow a little extra space so that you can walk around and access your things comfortably and safely. Be sure to organize your possessions and remember to label your boxes whenever possible. Boxes offer increased stability and, overall, will take up less space than bags.

Are you a small business in the process of growing into a much larger company? For the time being, keep some of your inventory with us until you are able to expand into a larger facility.

Your homeowner’s or renter’s insurance may not cover possessions in a self storage unit, so read your policy carefully. However, many insurers are willing to provide separate affordable policies specifically for items held in a reputable storage facility.

While the world may be shifting to electronic storage of data, many companies still have an extensive array of files, folders, and other paper documents. You can free up space in your place of business by storing old materials off-site.

If you work at antique fairs and flea markets, you probably have collected a lot of material. With a storage unit, you do not have to keep it in your home or garage, but can store it safely until you are ready to pack it up and take it to the next event.

We know things change. At any point during your stay with us, if you need to increase the size of your unit, downsize, or add another one, come by the office and let us know. We will find the size you need and get you set up.

Thinking about getting a self-storage unit? You've a lot of good company. In the United States alone, 1 in 10 households, or 10%, rent a self-storage unit, whether it's for moving, temporary storage, or just to have some extra space.

Most self storage facilities have several different sized units. That means you don't have to make one size fit your purposes. Instead, you can choose the unit that comes closest to handling the property you want to store, making the storage process much more economical.

Stack boxes of similar size and items of similar size together to make the best use of your self-storage space. Label all of your boxes on multiple sides for easy identification and keep a detailed list of what you are storing, with descriptions and photographs, whenever possible.