Laundry Baskets and Hampers are typically low-value items individually, but they appear frequently in contents claims, especially those involving fire or water damage. Items made of plastic, metal, or wicker are prone to warping, scorching, or absorbing smoke and mildew—necessitating replacement rather than cleaning.

Though they may seem minor, these items help support the overall valuation of affected household contents and reinforce the completeness of an adjuster's inventory.

This category provides baseline depreciation guidance for common storage items, useful during whole-home assessments or detailed room-by-room evaluations.