Hurricane season in the Houston area runs from June through November, and getting your belongings organized before a storm hits can save you time, stress, and money. Whether you're clearing space at home, protecting furniture ahead of potential flooding, or just want valuables somewhere secure while you evacuate, self storage can be part of your hurricane plan.
Here are a few tips for storing your belongings ahead of hurricane season:
Use plastic bins, not cardboard. Cardboard boxes break down quickly if they get damp. Plastic totes with lids hold up much better in Houston's humidity and offer extra protection if moisture gets in.
Elevate items off the ground. Use pallets or shelving inside your unit to keep boxes and furniture a few inches off the floor.
Keep an inventory and photos. Before you store anything, take photos and make a simple list of what's in each box. This makes insurance claims easier if you ever need to file one.
Store important documents separately. Keep passports, insurance policies, and other essential paperwork in a waterproof document box you can grab quickly if you need to evacuate.
Don't store hazardous materials. Propane tanks, gasoline, and other flammable liquids should never go in a storage unit. Contact our office if you're unsure about an item.
Choose drive-up access if you're in a hurry. If you might need to load or unload quickly before a storm, a drive-up unit is faster than carrying items through a hallway.
Prime Source Storage is a fully gated facility off Highway 90 near John Ralston Road in Houston, TX 77044, with on-site management and both drive-up and standard units available. Our leases are month-to-month, so you can rent extra space for the season without a long-term commitment. Call us at (346) 807-6887 or reserve online to get set up before the next storm.
This post is general preparedness information and isn't a substitute for guidance from local emergency officials. For official hurricane resources, visit ready.gov or the Houston Office of Emergency Management.
