How to Properly Pack and Store Your Valuables: A Complete Guide for Summerlin & Northwest Las Vegas

When it comes to protecting your most valuable belongings, proper packing and secure storage make all the difference. Whether you’re moving, downsizing, renovating, or simply need extra space, taking the right steps ensures your items remain safe, clean, and damage-free for the long term.

At Storage At Summerlin, we proudly serve the Summerlin community and Northwest Las Vegas with secure self-storage units, U-Haul truck rentals, and high-quality packing materials—all within a 24-hour secured storage facility designed for peace of mind.

Below is a practical guide to help you pack and store your valuables the right way.

Why Proper Packing and Storage Matter

Improper packing is one of the leading causes of damage in storage. Dust, moisture, shifting boxes, and temperature changes can all take a toll on valuables if they’re not stored correctly.

By using the right materials and storage techniques, you can:

Prevent scratches, dents, and breakage
Protect items from moisture and dust
Maximize storage unit space
Ensure easy access when you need your belongings again

Step 1: Choose the Right Packing Materials

Quality materials are the foundation of safe storage. At Storage At Summerlin, we offer professional-grade packing supplies so you don’t have to guess or compromise.

Essential Packing Supplies:

Sturdy cardboard boxes (small, medium, and large)
Dish packs and specialty boxes for fragile items
Bubble wrap and packing paper
Furniture covers and mattress bags
Packing tape and labels

Using proper materials—rather than reused or flimsy boxes—helps prevent collapsing, shifting, and damage during transport and storage.

Step 2: Pack Valuables with Care

For Fragile Items

Wrap each item individually with bubble wrap or packing paper
Fill empty spaces in boxes to prevent movement
Label boxes clearly as “Fragile”

For Electronics

Use original packaging if available
Remove batteries when possible
Wrap cords separately and label them
Store electronics off the ground inside your unit

For Important Documents & Photos

Use waterproof containers
Store in climate-controlled conditions when possible
Keep these items toward the back or on shelving to prevent crushing

Step 3: Prepare Furniture for Storage

Furniture often holds both financial and sentimental value. Protect it properly before placing it into storage.

Disassemble large pieces to save space
Wrap wood furniture in furniture pads or blankets
Cover mattresses with protective mattress bags
Avoid plastic wrap directly on wood to prevent moisture buildup

At Storage At Summerlin, our wide driveways and convenient unit access make loading large items easier—especially when paired with our U-Haul truck rentals.

Step 4: Load Your Storage Unit Strategically

How you organize your storage unit matters just as much as how you pack.

Smart Storage Tips:

Place heavier items on the bottom
Store frequently accessed items near the front
Leave small walkways for easy access
Use shelving to maximize vertical space
Keep valuables elevated off the floor

Our clean, well-maintained self-storage units in Summerlin are designed to help you store efficiently and safely.

Step 5: Choose a Secure Storage Facility

Security is critical when storing valuables. At Storage At Summerlin, we offer a 24-hour secured environment, giving our customers confidence that their belongings are protected around the clock.

Our Security Features Include:

Gated access
Controlled entry
Well-lit property
On-site management
Clean and monitored facility

Whether you’re storing household items, business inventory, or personal valuables, security should never be an afterthought.

Step 6: Make Moving Easier with U-Haul Rentals

Need to move items into storage? Storage At Summerlin proudly offers U-Haul truck rentals, making us a convenient one-stop solution for your move.

Benefits of renting U-Haul with us:

Convenient pickup and drop-off
Various truck sizes available
Save time by moving directly into storage

This is especially helpful for residents and businesses in Northwest Las Vegas and the Summerlin area looking for a smooth, stress-free move.

Why Choose Storage At Summerlin?

We’re more than just a storage facility—we’re part of the Summerlin community.

✔ Serving Northwest Las Vegas & Summerlin
✔ Secure 24-hour monitored environment
✔ Clean, affordable self-storage units
✔ U-Haul truck rentals on-site
✔ Wide selection of packing materials
✔ Friendly, knowledgeable staff

Whether you’re storing short-term or long-term, personal or business items, we’re here to help you protect what matters most.

Ready to Store with Confidence?

Proper packing and secure storage can save you time, money, and stress. When you’re ready to store your valuables safely, trust Storage At Summerlin—your local solution for self-storage, U-Haul rentals, and packing supplies in Summerlin and Northwest Las Vegas.

📦 Visit Storage At Summerlin today or contact us to find the perfect storage unit for your needs.