What Can You Keep in a Storage Locker?
While storage lockers are a great option for creating more space at home or at work, not everything can be placed into storage. Knowing what can and cannot be stored will help protect your belongings and ensure that you are following storage guidelines.
At Protec Storage, our team members are often asked, “What can you keep in a storage locker?” To help you prepare, we have put together a guide covering common items that are suitable for storage and items that should be avoided.
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Items that Can be Stored in a Storage Locker
Common items that can be stored in a storage locker include:
Seasonal Items
Seasonal belongings are some of the most common items placed into storage. Since these items are only used during certain times of the year, keeping them in a storage locker can free up valuable space at home.
Common seasonal items include:
- Holiday decorations
- Camping equipment
- Outdoor furniture
- Sports equipment
- Seasonal clothing
Before storing outdoor equipment, make sure everything is clean and properly prepared.
Household Goods
Most household goods can safely be placed in a storage locker. Storage can be especially useful when moving, renovating, downsizing, or reorganizing your home.
Common household storage items include:
- Furniture
- Books
- Kitchen supplies
- Clothing
- Linens
- Personal collections
Packing items properly before storage can help keep everything organized and easier to access.
Commercial Goods
Businesses can use storage lockers to manage extra items without taking up valuable workspace. Choosing self-storage for your business can provide a practical solution for organizing documents, inventory, equipment, and other essential items while keeping your main workspace more efficient.
Common commercial storage items include:
| Business Items | Examples |
| Documents | Files, records, archived paperwork |
| Inventory | Extra products and supplies |
| Equipment | Tools and business materials |
| Office items | Furniture and workplace supplies |
A storage locker provides businesses with extra flexibility as their needs change.
Electronics & Appliances
Most electronics and appliances can be stored as long as they are properly prepared beforehand.
Before storing electronics or appliances:
- Clean them thoroughly
- Remove batteries when possible
- Keep cords organized
- Make sure appliances are dry
- Protect fragile components
Proper preparation helps keep these items in better condition during storage.
Items that Cannot be Stored in a Storage Locker
Some of the different items that cannot be stored in a storage locker include:
Hazardous Materials
Items that are dangerous, flammable, or toxic should never be placed inside a storage locker.
Examples include:
- Gasoline
- Chemicals
- Explosive materials
- Biological waste
- Certain fertilizers
These materials can create safety risks and are not suitable for storage.
Unregistered Vehicles
Only vehicles that meet facility requirements should be stored. Cars, boats, trailers, motorcycles, and other vehicles usually need to be properly registered and maintained before being placed into storage.
Learn how to properly store a car in a storage unit.
Perishables
Food and other perishable items should not be stored because they can attract pests, create odours, or develop mould.
Avoid storing:
- Fresh food
- Frozen products
- Open food containers
- Pet food
Choosing the right items for storage helps keep your unit clean, organized, and protected.
If you would like to learn more about what you can keep in a storage locker, or if you are interested in one of our storage rental services, please contact us at 604-776-1114 or by filling out a contact form on our website.
