The Best Ways Prep Your Vehicle for Long-Term Storage
January 22, 2022
What is vehicle storage?
How long can a car be in storage?
Why do people use vehicle storage?
What Should Be Considered When Looking for Vehicle Storage?
- Security
- Access
- Weather conditions
Security
Accessibility
Weather Conditions
What steps should be taken to safely store a vehicle in long-term storage?
What types of vehicle storage solutions are available?
- Uncovered vehicle storage includes all spaces that do not have any type of covering provided. These are best for larger vehicles such as large boats, RVs, and trailers.
- Covered vehicle storage includes all spaces that are covered by an awning of some kind to protect your vehicle from sun damage.
- Indoor vehicle storage are larger units that are made for storing vehicles and have outside, drive-up access.
What is a vehicle storage facility?
What are the best practices for caring for your vehicle that is in long-term storage?
- Any stored vehicle must be driven into the facility and not towed.
- The tires on your trailer must be in good working condition.
- Do your best to remove as much fuel from the fuel tank as possible before storing your vehicle when storing your vehicle for long periods or add a fuel stabilizer.
- When reserving your unit, current registration and proof of insurance must be provided.
- Have all maintenance completed before storing your vehicle. Extensive repairs and maintenance are not allowed in your storage unit or on the storage facility grounds.
- All stored vehicles must have wheels that are in good condition.
- If your registration expires on any vehicle while at one of our self storage locations, you must renew it and update it at once.
Other Vehicle Storage Tips
- Always make sure your vehicle has recent registration and license plates.
- Make sure your vehicle is insured before bringing it to a self storage location.
- Don’t forget a cover for your vehicle if it is being stored in an uncovered, outdoor space.
- If you would like additional security for outdoor storage spaces, bring your own tire locks and tiedowns for your vehicle.
- Make sure that your boat and RV also have current license plates.
- Don’t be afraid to ask! Talk to our Shield Storage staff to make sure you are reserving the proper size space for your vehicle storage needs.
- Find a storage facility that has access hours that meet your needs. Most Shield Storage locations have extended access hours for more convenience.
Where can you find long-term storage for your vehicle?
- Millbrae Station Self Storage – Millbrae, CA
- Shield Storage – Sonora, CA
- Shield Storage of Sonora – Sonora, CA
- Garden Hwy Self Storage – Yuba City, CA
- Shield Storage on Folsom Blvd – Sacramento, CA
- A Better Storage Solution – Post Falls, ID
- 528 Armor Storage – Bernalillo, NM
- Northern BLVD Storage – Rio Rancho, NM
- Southern Highlands Self Storage – Las Vegas, NV
- Shield Storage (Jones Rd.) - Las Vegas, NV
- Shield Storage (Simmons St.) - North Las Vegas, NV
- Shield Storage (W. Craig Rd.) - North Las Vegas, NV
- Lockwood Landing Self Storage – Sparks, NV
- Desert Highlands Mini Storage – Sparks, NV
- Vista Park Self Storage – Sparks, NV
- Sun Valley Stor It – Sun Valley, NV
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