508-336-3600	Self Storage Tips and FAQs
Home Why Mink Street Self Storage? Storage Sizes Available How Much Space Do I Need? Self Storage Tips and FAQs Moving Supplies and Boxes Directions Coupons Pictures of the Facility Contact Us	Self Storage & Packing Tips Helpful hints to make the packing and storing of your belongings easier: Use furniture drawers to hold delicate items. Wrap them in bubble wrap or newspaper. When packing toys or smaller objects, remember to fill boxes completely, stuffing open areas with plain newspaper to prevent collapsing when stacked. Be careful not to store anything combustible (such as paint and chemicals) or perishable (such as food that is not permanently sealed). When storing lawn and garden equipment, drain any fluids prior to storage in order to avoid corrosive damage. Use trash cans to store shovels, hoes and rakes. Always use high quality locks on your unit. Mink Street Self Storage sells locks on-site; ask the friendly Store Manager for details. When storing delicate heirlooms, use specially constructed boxes, such as wardrobe boxes, and utilize dehumidifiers to prevent mildew build up. Store furniture carefully on boards or pallets. Mink Street Self Storage can provide pallets: ask the Store Manager for details. Cover mattresses and store them flat on level surfaces. Store small items like pots and pans in large appliances, such as stoves or refrigerators. Break down items (such as table legs) and store large furniture (like tabletops and sofas) on end to save space. Use protective covers and treat wood surfaces before storing. When storing business files, label all boxes and construct aisles so files are easily seen and accessible. Frequently Asked Questions About Self Storage » Do you offer services for both the household and business customer? » Are there moving trucks available to use? » Can I buy boxes and other packing products from Mink Street Self Storage? » Do you have video cameras? » Can anybody drive onto this property or do you need a PIN number? » What is climate control? » What is a roll-up door? » Do I get a lock when I rent a unit? » Do you offer RV/boat/car/motorcycle parking? » What is a drive-up unit? » What's the difference between office hours and gate hours? » What is the difference between an indoor and outdoor unit? » What kind of security do you have? » Do you accept credit cards? » What sizes are available and how do I pick my size? Do you offer services for both the household and business customer? Mink Street Self Storage has services for both the household and business customer. Click here to learn more about our household storage offerings. Click here to learn more about our business storage offerings. Are there moving trucks available to use? Mink Street Self Storage offers a free truck for use during move-in. Contact the facility directly (508-336-3600) for details. Can I buy boxes and other packing products from Mink Street Self Storage? Yes. Mink Street Self Storage offers a wide variety of boxes and packing supplies. Do you have video cameras? Mink Street Self Storage utilizes video cameras as a security measure. Cameras are located at the point of entry and exit and other areas around the facility. The cameras record when they sense movement and the manager can see the cameras from the on-site office. Can anybody drive onto this property or do you need a PIN number? Mink Street Self Storage has an electronic gate system which can only be opened by a security code that is assigned to each individual tenant. The code allows us to monitor who is entering and exiting the facility. Do not allow others to follow behind you when accessing or leaving the property. What is climate control? The climate controlled units at Mink Street Self STorage maintain a temperature of 60 to 80 degrees. This feature helps protect your stored belongings from the extreme temperatures. What is a roll-up door? Roll-up doors are the most common door in self-storage. They are accessed by sliding a latch and lifting the door upward, similar to the motion of a garage door. Roll-up doors allow you to maximize the usage of your space. Do I get a lock when I rent a unit? You can purchase a new lock at the Mink Street Self Storage office. We offer a variety of sizes and types of locks and recommend purchasing a disc lock to ensure the highest level of security. Do you offer RV/boat/car/motorcycle parking? Mink Street Self Storage offers parking for RVs, boats, cars and motorcycles. What is a drive-up unit? A drive-up unit is an outside unit, located on the first floor of a facility, that gives you the ability to load your belongings directly from a vehicle or truck. What's the difference between office hours and gate hours? The office hours are the hours of operation for the property. During these hours the Store Manager will be available to assist you with your storage needs or moving and packing supplies. The gate hours are the hours of the property, and when your unit can be accessed. If you require access outside of our standard gate hours ask your Store Manager for information about 24-hour access. What is the difference between an indoor and outdoor unit? An outdoor unit has access from outside. An indoor unit is within the property and will require you to go inside to access your unit. What kind of security do you have? Mink Street Self Storage takes great pride in protecting your belongings and strives to provide state-of-the-art security. We feature electronic gate with coded access, monitored video surveillance, fenced and well-lit facilities, and personal locks available for purchase. Do you accept credit cards? We accept several major credit cards, including MasterCard®, Visa®, Discover®, and American Express®. What sizes are available and how do I pick my size? We offer a wide range of sizes to accommodate your needs. Sizes range from 5x5, or 25 square feet, to 10x30, or 300 square feet. Determining the right size is easy with the help of our size estimator and the help of our Store Manager who is trained to assist you in this process.
	Mink Street Self Storage 65 Mink Street Seekonk, MA 02771 Take I-195 to Rt. 114-A The storage facility is just over the East Providence, RI boarder. Phone: 508-336-3600 FAX: 508-336-3661 EMAIL: info@minkstreetstorage.com Gate Access 6 a.m. to 9 p.m. (Seasonal) OFFICE HOURS: Mon. - Fri: 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sat: 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sun: Please call We rent UHaul Trucks.

Self Storage & Packing Tips

Helpful hints to make the packing and storing of your belongings easier:

Use furniture drawers to hold delicate items. Wrap them in bubble wrap or newspaper.
When packing toys or smaller objects, remember to fill boxes completely, stuffing open areas with plain newspaper to prevent collapsing when stacked.
Be careful not to store anything combustible (such as paint and chemicals) or perishable (such as food that is not permanently sealed).
When storing lawn and garden equipment, drain any fluids prior to storage in order to avoid corrosive damage.
Use trash cans to store shovels, hoes and rakes.
Always use high quality locks on your unit. Mink Street Self Storage sells locks on-site; ask the friendly Store Manager for details.
When storing delicate heirlooms, use specially constructed boxes, such as wardrobe boxes, and utilize dehumidifiers to prevent mildew build up.
Store furniture carefully on boards or pallets. Mink Street Self Storage can provide pallets: ask the Store Manager for details.
Cover mattresses and store them flat on level surfaces.
Store small items like pots and pans in large appliances, such as stoves or refrigerators.
Break down items (such as table legs) and store large furniture (like tabletops and sofas) on end to save space.
Use protective covers and treat wood surfaces before storing.
When storing business files, label all boxes and construct aisles so files are easily seen and accessible.

Frequently Asked Questions About Self Storage

» Do you offer services for both the household and business customer?
» Are there moving trucks available to use?
» Can I buy boxes and other packing products from Mink Street Self Storage?
» Do you have video cameras?
» Can anybody drive onto this property or do you need a PIN number?
» What is climate control?
» What is a roll-up door?
» Do I get a lock when I rent a unit?
» Do you offer RV/boat/car/motorcycle parking?
» What is a drive-up unit?
» What's the difference between office hours and gate hours?
» What is the difference between an indoor and outdoor unit?
» What kind of security do you have?
» Do you accept credit cards?
» What sizes are available and how do I pick my size?

Do you offer services for both the household and business customer?

Mink Street Self Storage has services for both the household and business customer. Click here to learn more about our household storage offerings. Click here to learn more about our business storage offerings.

Are there moving trucks available to use?

Mink Street Self Storage offers a free truck for use during move-in. Contact the facility directly (508-336-3600) for details.

Can I buy boxes and other packing products from Mink Street Self Storage?

Yes. Mink Street Self Storage offers a wide variety of boxes and packing supplies.

Do you have video cameras?

Mink Street Self Storage utilizes video cameras as a security measure. Cameras are located at the point of entry and exit and other areas around the facility. The cameras record when they sense movement and the manager can see the cameras from the on-site office.

Can anybody drive onto this property or do you need a PIN number?

Mink Street Self Storage has an electronic gate system which can only be opened by a security code that is assigned to each individual tenant. The code allows us to monitor who is entering and exiting the facility. Do not allow others to follow behind you when accessing or leaving the property.

What is climate control?

The climate controlled units at Mink Street Self STorage maintain a temperature of 60 to 80 degrees. This feature helps protect your stored belongings from the extreme temperatures.

What is a roll-up door?

Roll-up doors are the most common door in self-storage. They are accessed by sliding a latch and lifting the door upward, similar to the motion of a garage door. Roll-up doors allow you to maximize the usage of your space.

Do I get a lock when I rent a unit?

You can purchase a new lock at the Mink Street Self Storage office. We offer a variety of sizes and types of locks and recommend purchasing a disc lock to ensure the highest level of security.

Do you offer RV/boat/car/motorcycle parking?

Mink Street Self Storage offers parking for RVs, boats, cars and motorcycles.

What is a drive-up unit?

A drive-up unit is an outside unit, located on the first floor of a facility, that gives you the ability to load your belongings directly from a vehicle or truck.

What's the difference between office hours and gate hours?

The office hours are the hours of operation for the property. During these hours the Store Manager will be available to assist you with your storage needs or moving and packing supplies. The gate hours are the hours of the property, and when your unit can be accessed. If you require access outside of our standard gate hours ask your Store Manager for information about 24-hour access.

What is the difference between an indoor and outdoor unit?

An outdoor unit has access from outside. An indoor unit is within the property and will require you to go inside to access your unit.

What kind of security do you have?

Mink Street Self Storage takes great pride in protecting your belongings and strives to provide state-of-the-art security. We feature electronic gate with coded access, monitored video surveillance, fenced and well-lit facilities, and personal locks available for purchase.

Do you accept credit cards?

We accept several major credit cards, including MasterCard®, Visa®, Discover®, and American Express®.

What sizes are available and how do I pick my size?

We offer a wide range of sizes to accommodate your needs. Sizes range from 5x5, or 25 square feet, to 10x30, or 300 square feet. Determining the right size is easy with the help of our size estimator and the help of our Store Manager who is trained to assist you in this process.