Storage FAQ
How long is the lease term?
We rent on a month-to-month basis. Rent for as little as a month or for as long as you like.
How much notice needs to be given before I move out?
All contracts are month-to-month. However, we do require a 30-day notice before you move out.
What type of documentation do I need to provide in order to rent a space?
We require a government-issued photo ID (example: driver’s license, state ID, or passport).
Is there a security deposit?
No. We trust you. However, there is a one-time administrative set-up fee.
How do I make a payment?
You can pay in person, mail a check or money order or make a payment prior to delivery. You may also sign up to have payments automatically deducted from your credit card/savings/checking account monthly.
What forms of payment do you accept?
Checks, money orders, VISA, MasterCard and cash.
How do I know how much storage space I will need?
You can call for assistance.
Are there any items that I am NOT able to store?
Liquids, explosives, flammable liquids, toxic materials and perishables. Please contact us if you have any questions regarding a specific item.
Does there have to be someone in the office to let me through the security gates?
No. At the time of signing you will be given your own security pass code that will allow you access to your unit.
SUBJECT TO AVAILABILITY. RESTRICTIONS APPLY. FULL TERMS AND CONDITIONS AVAILABLE IN STORES. SIZES ARE RECOMMENDATIONS ONLY AND CUSTOMERS NEED TO INDEPENDENTLY VERIFY THAT THEIR INDIVIDUAL GOODS WILL FIT INTO THE UNIT SELECTED. NO FOOTHILLS SELF STORAGE ON WHEELS UNIT MAY BE LOADED WITH MORE THAN 4,800 POUNDS OF ITEMS. OFFERS SUBJECT TO CHANGE AND MAY BE WITHDRAWN WITHOUT NOTICE. FOOTHILLS SELF STORAGE ON WHEELS ALL RIGHTS RESERVED.
We rent on a month-to-month basis. Rent for as little as a month or for as long as you like.
How much notice needs to be given before I move out?
All contracts are month-to-month. However, we do require a 30-day notice before you move out.
What type of documentation do I need to provide in order to rent a space?
We require a government-issued photo ID (example: driver’s license, state ID, or passport).
Is there a security deposit?
No. We trust you. However, there is a one-time administrative set-up fee.
How do I make a payment?
You can pay in person, mail a check or money order or make a payment prior to delivery. You may also sign up to have payments automatically deducted from your credit card/savings/checking account monthly.
What forms of payment do you accept?
Checks, money orders, VISA, MasterCard and cash.
How do I know how much storage space I will need?
You can call for assistance.
Are there any items that I am NOT able to store?
Liquids, explosives, flammable liquids, toxic materials and perishables. Please contact us if you have any questions regarding a specific item.
Does there have to be someone in the office to let me through the security gates?
No. At the time of signing you will be given your own security pass code that will allow you access to your unit.
SUBJECT TO AVAILABILITY. RESTRICTIONS APPLY. FULL TERMS AND CONDITIONS AVAILABLE IN STORES. SIZES ARE RECOMMENDATIONS ONLY AND CUSTOMERS NEED TO INDEPENDENTLY VERIFY THAT THEIR INDIVIDUAL GOODS WILL FIT INTO THE UNIT SELECTED. NO FOOTHILLS SELF STORAGE ON WHEELS UNIT MAY BE LOADED WITH MORE THAN 4,800 POUNDS OF ITEMS. OFFERS SUBJECT TO CHANGE AND MAY BE WITHDRAWN WITHOUT NOTICE. FOOTHILLS SELF STORAGE ON WHEELS ALL RIGHTS RESERVED.
Storage Tips
Moving Tips
Packing Pointers
Packing is an art requiring a little expertise and know-how. The most common problems can usually be overcome by using the right materials and a little common sense.
Packing should be done so that there is no extra space left in a box. Items should be wrapped so that they are not rattling or rubbing against each other. Following the tips below will enable you to pack your belongings safely and efficiently, while saving time and money.
- Plan ahead to reduce stress and have a more pleasant moving experience.
- Weed out the old to reduce what you’ll move. Clean out and throw away all unwanted items.
Hold a garage sale or give items to charity. Having fewer boxes will:
Reduce the amount of time needed to pack, load and unpack.
Save money by reducing packing materials and boxes. (You’ll be able to rent a smaller, less expensive truck and storage space.) - Purchase the best packing materials you can afford. Packing materials are inexpensive when compared to losing or damaging items, and/or the hassle of settling insurance claims.
- Keep a record of all moving expenses. If your moving expenses meet certain criteria, they may be deductible from your federal income taxes. Call the IRS at (800) 829-3676 or visit their website at www.irs.gov to request Publication 521, “Moving Expenses”, to see if you qualify.
- If possible, move during the middle of the week to avoid traffic and receive better rates on moving truck rentals.
- Determine if you have enough insurance coverage:
Does your Homeowners/Renters policy have replacement value for items that could be damaged during the move?
Does your auto insurance include collision and comprehensive coverage for the rental truck?
Packing Pointers
Packing is an art requiring a little expertise and know-how. The most common problems can usually be overcome by using the right materials and a little common sense.
Packing should be done so that there is no extra space left in a box. Items should be wrapped so that they are not rattling or rubbing against each other. Following the tips below will enable you to pack your belongings safely and efficiently, while saving time and money.
- Fill your refrigerator and washer/dryer with clothes, linens, and other light objects. It’s a great place for clothes and it saves on boxes!
- Try to box everything. The better you package your belongings, the better they will travel.
- Take an inventory of what you pack. Clearly mark the outside of each box as to where it needs to go.
- Remember to seal the bottom of each box with tape before filling. Pad the bottom with wadded up papers or linens.
- Don’t overcrowd boxes. Professionals pack boxes so articles cushion each other. The top of the box should close with slight pressure.
- Go easy on your back. Keep the weight of each box under 40 pounds for easy lifting. If the box is too heavy, divide the contents between two boxes.
- Pack heavy items in smaller boxes and lighter items in larger boxes.
- Pack on a room-by-room basis and do one area of the room at a time. The kitchen is usually the last room to be packed.