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Picking the right storage space
size
Standard height = 8 feet
(2.4 meters)
| Approximate
size of unit. |
Storage
Capacity |
5' x 5'
1.5 m x 1.5 m |
Boxes, small
pieces of furniture, clothing, etc. (same size as a regular closet in a house) |
5' X 10'
1.5 m x 3.0 m |
Contents of a bachelor apartment (4 household appliances
and boxes) |
10' x 10'
3.0 m x 3.0 m |
Contents of a
one-bedroom apartment (4 household appliances and boxes) |
10' x 15'
3.0 m x 4.5 m |
Contents of a
two or three-bedroom apartment (4 household appliances and boxes) |
10' x 20'
3.0 m x 6.0 m |
Contents of a
four-bedroom apartment or house (4 household appliances and boxes) |
10' x 25'
3.0 m x 7.5 m |
Contents of a five-bedroom house (4 household appliances
and boxes) |
For assistance
concerning the storage space you
will need, please contact us!
14 tips for
problem-free storage
Place belongings you
use frequently or need quickly near the door.
Make an inventory of
your stored belongings and keep it in a safe place.
Empty the gas
reservoirs of lawnmowers, snowblowers, etc. This is vital. Storing combustible materials
such as solvents, gas, paint, etc. is STRICTLY FORBIDDEN!
Use boxes of the same
size to make stacking easier. Place heavy boxes on the bottom and light ones on top.
To save space, we
recommend disassembling tables.
Place mirrors and
fragile items at the front of your storage unit.
If possible, place
sofas upright to save space.
If mattresses are
stored upright, keep them straight to avoid bending and damage.
Keep tools for
assembling and disassembling furniture close at hand.
Check with your
insurance company to see whether your policy is transferable. Entreposage Domestik can
provide on-the-spot, full, low-cost coverage.
Never store boxes,
mattresses, or other items directly on concrete. Place them on matting or boards. Don't
lean objects against the walls.
- Fragile objects must be placed in sturdy
boxes and suitably wrapped with appropriate materials. The boxes must be marked
"fragile" and stacked on the top of the pile, not the bottom.
- Do not store flammable products,
perishable goods, live animals, food, or jewelry in your unit. The reservoirs of
gas-powered motors must be completely emptied prior to storage.
- Keep a list of stored items. In case of
damage or loss, this will speed up settlement of your claim.
Our qualified personnel
will be happy to answer all your questions: Contact us!
Moving
requires planning!
- Use boxes of the same size. Fill them
completely without overloading.
- Boxes and Other Containers:
Make a list of the
contents of each box and container.
Number the boxes.
Indicate the room where
each box must be placed (living room, kitchen, etc.).
- Prepare an inventory of the number of
boxes and their contents for future reference.
- Close the boxes and seal with packing
tape.
- Wrap dishes and fragile items in newspaper
and place them in sturdy boxes. Note, however, that ink can rub off regular newspaper,
making it necessary to clean your dishes, etc. You may purchase unprinted packing paper as
well as other practical accessories from Entreposage Domestik. (More Info)
- Don't place fragile objects in the same
box as heavy items.
- Cover mirrors, and other large fragile
items with corrugated cardboard and write FRAGILE on the outside.
- Leave your clothing in the drawer of your
dresser. For clothing on hangers, we recommend using a wardrobe box.
Our qualified personnel
will be happy to answer all your questions: Contact us!
The Moving Company
- Ask the moving company to confirm in
writing the cost of the services you have agreed to as well as the date and time of the
move. Confirming the date and time is very important, especially in peak moving seasons.
- Don't be afraid to ask whether they are
insured against damage and losses that might occur during the move.
- Ask them to explain their in-transit
insurance. When in doubt, check with their insurance company.
- Remember that the mover's responsibility
is generally limited to a maximum amount per kilogram or pound.
- If you think the maximum is insufficient,
the mover can offer extra insurance coverage for an additional amount. Don't simply agree
when they say "yes, we're insured"-ask for details.
Our qualified personnel will be happy to
answer all your questions: Contact us!
Phone
numbers
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Downtown
Montreal |
(514) 954-1833 |
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St-Hubert |
(450) 676-6236 |
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Sainte-Foy |
(418) 683-8333 |
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Beauport |
(418) 663-2344 |
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