Often people have me retrieve items in a storage unit.  Often times the boxes are not marked and the order of the boxes requires one to move all the boxes out. This takes time, energy and effort.

• Consider making aisles so that one can access boxes with minimal effort and energy in moving the boxes.
• Mark the outside of the boxes with contents. Do this with colored markers. Some people use name tags with different border colors to designate items by rooms.
• Create a labeling system and be consistent.
• Have a clipboard in the storage unit and attach a layout of the boxes and where things are. Update this list as things are removed or added.

These organizational tips will save your time and energy!