The UPS Store - Storage Packing Guidelines
Because we want you to have an exceptional storage experience with us, please read and follow the guidelines below:
- Write your name and telephone number on the outside of each box with a MARKER. If storing a suitcase or duffle bag please write your name and phone number on piece of paper and place inside the suitcase or bag.
- You must tape the top and bottom of all your boxes. Please do not fold over flaps. If you are not sure how to properly close your box, one of our associates will gladly show you.
- Completely fill all spaces in the box to avoid damage. This can be done with paper or bubble wrap. These supplies are available at our stores and On Campus Move Out stations.
- Reusable Bins must close completely without bulging.
- Fragile items including ALL TV’s and MONITORS must be boxed. For an additional fee, we can provide packing and boxing service for you if you are unsure how to safely pack fragile items.
- If you can't lift it, we can’t lift it. There will be a $1.25 per pound additional fee on boxes weighing over 50 LBS.
- Max box weight is 75 lbs. Use small boxes for books and heavy items.
- Particle board / pressed wood furniture (i.e. boxed furniture you buy and put together at home) is not made for transporting. If storing these items you must disassemble them prior to our arrival. Please note if you do not take the item(s) apart, we will do our best to safely move and store them, but are not liable for any damage. We strongly recommend shrink wrapping these items at our Move Out stations to help avoid damage.
- All refrigerators must be defrosted, dry, and empty.
- All mattresses must be bagged for health and safety reasons, no exceptions. Mattress bags are available for purchase at Move Out Stations.
- Fragile items should have at least 3 inches of padding on all sides.
- All electronics should be in original packaging. If you do not have original packaging, you want at least 3 inches of bubble wrap on each side.
- It is a good idea to keep track of what items you pack in each box. This can help you when deciding insurance value of your storage. Maximum insurance per box is $500 and $1,500 for the entire storage contract.
- Should you find damage to your items, you must save the box and all packing materials and notify us within 3 days of your delivery. In addition, you will need to provide proof of the item(s) value or repair cost(s).
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We pick up directly at your dorm or off campus apartment and deliver back to your chosen location in the Fall. But most important of all, we are a locally based company, where you can get your questions or concerns answered by emailing our support desk, calling our support phone number or in person at The UPS Store® at 1089 Commonwealth Ave. 7 days a week.
International & Domestic Shipping
We offer full-service International and Domestic Shipping. No matter where in the world you live, we can ship it there safely for you. We are experts in International shipping and we will take care of all the customs and international shipping forms for you. We offer curbside pickup of your shipping for a fee or you can bring it to one of our stores listed below.
Ship Ahead Storage Services
The UPS Store makes coming to school in Boston easy and stress free with our Ship Ahead Service for students. Just follow the steps below to ship your belongings to our secure, climate controlled warehouse and then request the date you want delivery to your dorm or apartment prior to your arrival in Boston.
For the Fall Semester, Ship Ahead items must arrive at our warehouse by August 1st if you require delivery prior to Sept 15th.
For all other times of the year, items must be received 7 days prior to the requested delivery date.
Step 1: First Sign Up as a customer on our website. You will receive an email with an activation link. Click on the link to activate your account.
Step 2: Second, print your Name and Phone Number on two places on each box.
Step 3: Ship your items directly to our warehouse address listed below with a shipping company (typically UPS). You are responsible for paying the shipping costs to send your items to us.
The UPS Store Student Storage Program
C/O BU - (Students Name)
140 Bethany Road
Monson, MA 01057
Step 4: Once we receive them all we will create a contract, send a online invoice, and get the delivery scheduled. Please forward any tracking info, and be sure we receive all packages by August 1st.
Step 5: When you receive your contract # by email, Login to the Customer Portal and Request your Storage Delivery. Fill out the form and we will schedule the delivery and you will receive a confirmation email with instructions on how and where to pickup your storage when you arrive in Boston.
The fee for our Ship Ahead Storage service is $39.99 for each item shipped to us. This fee includes receiving your items, storing (up to one month) and curbside delivery (weekdays only) of your items when you return to Boston.
If you ship us oversize items that are over 50 lbs in weight, or larger than 20" x 20" x 20", there is an additional fee of $15 per item.
The UPS Stores are individually owned and operated franchised locations. Storage and Ship Ahead services are unique to our 6 Boston locations. Free boxes for storage customers and curbside pick up are only available at our locations listed below.
Please contact us at 617-208-8226 or support@packstoreship.com with questions.
