storage non-allowables
Before your possessions are packed and loaded, it is important that you understand which items cannot be stored or moved because they represent a hazard or are perishable. Listed below are some common non-allowable items.
Hazardous Materials - Items that are flammable, corrosive or explosive.
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| Sterno |
Fire Extinguisher |
Household Batteries |
Matches |
| Chemistry Sets |
Kerosene |
Cleaning Solvents |
Darkroom Chemicals |
| Aerosols |
Gasoline |
Ammonia |
Pool Chemicals |
| Propane Tanks |
Nail Polish |
Motor Oil |
Fireworks |
| Nail Polish Remover |
Car Batteries |
Charcoal |
Liquid Bleach |
| Fertilizer |
Charcoal Lighter |
Paints |
Pesticides |
| Ammunition |
Paint Thinner |
Poisons |
Lamp Oils |
Perishables - Food, plants or living things that may die or spoil in storage or transit.*
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| Frozen Food |
Produce |
Refrigerated Food |
Plants |
| Open or half-used foods or food without adequate preservation |
Animals |
*Note: You should empty your refrigerators and freezers and keep appliance doors open for at least 24 hours in advance of loading. This will allow appliances to dry out and prevent the growth of mold.
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Items of Personal Importance/Sentimental Value - We suggest that irreplaceable items and/or sentimental items be kept with you instead of being loaded in your container.
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| Airline Tickets |
Certificates |
Prescriptions |
Car Keys |
| Stocks |
Computer Disks |
Cell Phones |
Bonds |
| Address Books |
Pagers |
IRAs |
Jewelry |
| Laptop Computers |
Financial Documents |
Photographs |
Checkbooks |
| Deeds |
Wedding Albums |
Cash |
Car Titles |
| Family Video Tapes |
School Records |
Professional Files |
Health Records |
| Insurance Policies |
New Home Keys |
Safe |
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