Attic and basement storage tips consider the elements.
Safe in attic.
Use the right tools.
Add weatherstripping around the.
Take its temperature.
First of all as i ve already mentioned burglars want to spend as little time as possible in the house so it s more likely they ll start searching in the rooms and skip the attic completely.
But a safe or a closet is a much better decision the same holds true for photos books.
High temperatures inside your attic shorten the life span of shingles.
Pull down stair or ladder.
Other items such as blankets sheets and books may need to be stored in a way that protects them from other issues such as bugs mice and mildew.
Your attic is no different.
Use boxes and containers that can stand up to the elements.
None of the above items will go bad if you store them in a hot attic.
Protect access spots attic hatch or door.
Excessive heat deteriorates items you store in the attic and can cause moisture problems in your house.
Wear long sleeves and pants and don t leave your skin exposed.
Some of these items such as wood a heavy go kart or items you use frequently may not be practical to store in an attic.
Use a zippered insulated tent to keep the enclosure draft free attic tent at 7 attic.
An attic can serve as a great place to conceal your safe or valuables for several reasons.
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Attic flooring intended for a living space must be installed in compliance with building codes.
Be sure that you re protecting your skin from insulation and dust.
While a hard hat might actually get in your way in an attack you can protect your head from dust and insulation with a knitted cap or a hooded sweatshirt.
Affix rigid foam insulation to the attic side of the hatch or door.
These areas can get humid and musty and wet in the summer and cold in the winter.
You can use clear labeled plastic.
Avoid putting extra tapers and pillars in the attic where they re likely to melt during warmer months.