What items are not allowed to be stored in a self storage unit?

Some common household items should not be packed, stored or shipped because they are hazardous materials. Examples of these materials include: flammables such as paint, varnish and thinners; gasoline; kerosene and oil; bottled gas; aerosol cans; nail polish and remover; ammunition and explosives; corrosives and cleaning fluids and detergents. Packing flammable articles can cause explosion or fire. Heat from the sun can raise temperatures inside a closed van or storage unit to more than 150 degrees. Even in the middle of winter, heat builds up inside. Many common items, including aerosol hair spray or cleaning products can trigger an explosion or fire that could destroy your possessions when packed or stored. For your own safety and the safety of your belongings, make sure that no member of your family packs these items in a container to be moved. Replacing a can of hair spray is much easier than replacing all of your belongings. Restricted Materials Include: Bottled gas of any type ...  more