{"id":125506,"date":"2023-03-17T00:39:13","date_gmt":"2023-03-17T07:39:13","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.rentcafe.com\/blog\/?p=125506"},"modified":"2023-03-20T02:03:20","modified_gmt":"2023-03-20T09:03:20","slug":"how-to-rent-the-right-storage-unit-size-for-your-needs","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.rentcafe.com\/blog\/self-storage\/how-to-rent-the-right-storage-unit-size-for-your-needs\/","title":{"rendered":"Here\u2019s How to Make Sure You Rent the Right Storage Unit Size for Your Needs"},"content":{"rendered":"

Renting self storage helps people live comfortably in their homes, without being overwhelmed by possessions, while also making sure that their belongings are in good hands. Whether you are moving, downsizing, or simply don\u2019t have enough storage space at home, renting a storage unit will solve your logistical challenges. One of the most important decisions when renting self storage is choosing the right unit size<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Picking one that\u2019s too small creates difficulties, such as damaging some belongings by stacking them or storing them in improper positions. Also, people may have a hard time when they need to retrieve something from the unit. On the other hand, renting one that\u2019s too large means spending more than necessary on this service. Here\u2019s what people should do before renting a self storage unit:<\/p>\n

Perform a thorough inventory of the belongings you want to store<\/h2>\n

Start with larger items, such as sofas, beds, dressers and appliances. Write down the dimensions of each piece of furniture: width, depth and height. If you\u2019re planning to also store some boxes with stuff, take them into account as well. Do a rough calculation of the total volume of the possessions you plan to put in storage.<\/p>\n

Consider whether you can stack your items<\/h2>\n

Some belongings can be safely stacked \u2014 for example, boxes that contain clothes, toys, tools or books. But, if you are putting a sofa in storage, it\u2019s not recommended that you place any heavy objects on it, as these can cause dents and damage to the upholstery. The same goes for mattresses. If you plan to store a mattress long-term, you need to store it horizontally, on a firm, straight surface, without other items on top of it. Collectibles, electronics and antiques should be stored carefully as well, without piling other items on top of them. If you need to store many such items, you should plan to rent a bit more space than the actual volume of your belongings.<\/p>\n

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Do the math<\/h2>\n

Self storage units are usually 8\u2019 high, which means that you can easily find the cubic volume of one by multiplying its square footage by 8. A 10\u2019x10\u2019 unit, for example, has a volume of 800 cubic feet. Match your possessions with the best unit size based on the volumes of both \u2013 but keep in mind that the volume of the unit needs to be at least 30% larger than the total volume of your possessions. You probably won\u2019t be able to fill the unit up to the ceiling, because, as already stated, not everything can be arranged in piles. Also, you need some extra space so that you\u2019re able to get inside the unit and reach any item without taking everything out.<\/p>\n

This is a quick run-down of how much space the most popular unit sizes actually have and what you could put in each:<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n