Calculating The Size Of Storage Unit You Need
Anytime you relocate, downsize, or travel for an extended time, you are bound to need a self storage unit for storing your possessions. The big question is, what size do you really need to get?
In case the storage space is not big enough, you’ll need to move up to a larger one and waste time transferring your items. In case it’s too large you will be paying for room you don’t need. The following guidelines should help you figure out what size storage space you require.
– 5′ x 5′ self storage unit – 25 sq. ft.
This represents the size of a modest walk-in closet. Five feet is not much room, so only boxes and a few items can be stored here.
– 5′ x 10′ self storage unit – 50 square feet
The size of this unit is akin to a good size walk-in closet. A few larger items, such as a sofa, bureau and/or mattress set in addition to boxes and other small things, could be stored here. Remember to make the most of your wall and ceiling space by installing shelving.
– a 5 by 15 foot self storage unit equals 75 square feet of space.
This is enough to accommodate belongings from a single bedroom apartment. This size should be sufficient for a single person or a couple, as long as they don’t have a lot of material possessions.
– a 10 by 10 foot self storage unit is equal to 100 square feet of space.
A storage unit of this size is equivalent to a conventional garage for a single auto. The contents of a two bedroom apartment would easily fit in this unit; it can also hold the possessions belonging to two people, or it could even be used as a garage for storage of a vehicle or a boat. You need to remember to choose a storage unit which can be accessed from the outside and not a hallway if this is what you are planning to use it for.
– 10′ x 15′ self storage unit – 150 square feet
Larger in size than a one car garage, this storage space can accommodate all the contents of a three bedroom apartment or home, with room to spare for other items like motorcycles and exercise equipment.
– 10 by 20 foot self storage unit – 200 square feet
This size is nearly the same as a garage for two vehicles. It might be put to use storing an automobile, pickup, boat or motor home, along with furniture and crates. This storage unit can accommodate the contents of a medium-sized home or apartment with room to spare. This size is ideal for households with four or more members.
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