How To Safely Store Important Documents

Published on 6/3/2021
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If you have a lot of paper documents, you might choose to keep them in a storage unit. This is a great option, since storage units are easily accessible, safe, and secure. However, it’s normal to worry about what would happen to your documents in light of a natural disaster or crisis, especially a fire. Here are some tips to help you safely store your documents and give you peace of mind. 


1. Place them in a fireproof safe. 

Investing in a safe is the most important step! They’re designed to remain intact, even if a fire happens. You can place wills, titles, tax forms, and cash in these safes. 


2. Place the safe in a strategic location.
Fireproof safes aren’t indestructible. This is why you have to place them in a strategic location. Store your safe in a low point on the ground, since fire rises as it spreads. 


3. Use the freezer.
Freezers are usually the last thing to burn in a fire, so it’s actually a great place to store your documents if you don’t have a safe. Even better is a freezer in the basement or garage!