REFRIDGERATORS & FREEZERS

Empty all food. Thoroughly clean and dry all interior surfaces to prevent mold and mildew buildup. Failure to defrost the freezer could result in water damage to your other stored property. Shelves should be either secured in place or detached and wrapped. An open box of baking soda can help avoid unpleasant odors but, don't put the baking soda inside the fridge until it is positioned in the storage. The electric cord should be unplugged and taped to the back. If there is an ice maker, it should be disconnected from the water line and drained in advance. Be sure to wedge refrigerator and freezer doors open when placing into storage and place a drop cloth over the fridge/freezer to keep the interior from getting dusty. Use shrink wrap to secure the doors closed before moving but don't forget to open the door slightly before leaving them in storage.