How to Choose the Right Size Storage Unit for Your Needs?
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September 10th, 2024
How to Choose the Right Size Storage Unit for Your Needs?
Different Storage Unit Sizes
Awesome Possum Storage has a variety of different sized storage units available for customers to select when choosing the perfect unit for their storage needs. The storage unit sizes range from smaller storage unit spaces for storing boxes or small items to massive ones that have a width of up to forty feet. No matter what your storage needs are, we provide options that make choosing the right size easy. Finding the right storage unit size for your needs means having enough space to store all of your items without paying for a space that is far too many square feet that go partially unused. The Awesome Possum Storage website has all of the dimensions of our unit sizes listed, and if you want more information you can call our public storage office in Central Ohio.
The Right Size for Furniture
When choosing a storage unit you must first determine your storage needs. Larger items like sofas, bed frames, mattresses, bookcases, and dining tables can be difficult to store in smaller spaces. While on paper the total square feet of a storage unit may seem sufficient, it’s important to determine how you will arrange your items in the space. If a bed frame cannot be disassembled, inspect it to see if the furniture can be safely placed vertically in order to take advantage of the height of your storage space. Some storage furniture like dressers and nightstands may safely be stacked. Taking into account the weight, build quality, measurements, and storage arrangement are all necessary to find the perfect storage unit for your furniture. Continue reading to learn more about how to measure the items in your home and best determine the size of your storage unit.
What to Measure First
Small items and boxes can be moved around easily inside of a storage space. While it’s important to add up the amount of boxes you plan to store, larger items should be measured first to help you find a storage unit that is the correct size. Large furniture items, recreational vehicles, home appliances, tables, cabinets, and unusually shaped items will likely take up a majority of the space in your storage unit. By measuring these larger items you can determine your storage needs and the necessary width of your space. This will help narrow down the search since you will know the minimum requirements for your storage unit size.
What Type of Unit is Best
While looking into different unit sizes this is also a good time to determine if you need an indoor or outdoor storage unit. If you’re storing a recreational vehicle, take measurements to ensure you will have clearance to access your storage unit. If you still aren’t sure about whether your boxes and larger items will fit, reach out to Awesome Possum Storage and we can help! You also can stop by the storage facility before you confirm your rental to see the space in person.
Understanding Your Storage Needs
Single-Person Unit Sizes
Some people don’t need a larger storage unit size and can make do with one of our smaller units. Our smaller units can be a great fit for those looking to store items from a 1-bedroom home, a single bedroom or small apartment, or a student between temporary housing. A smaller storage unit size is more affordable, and makes it easier for someone to store items from their home they temporarily don’t need. A smaller storage unit can also make it easier to find the items you want. By properly labeling boxes one can easily access exactly what they’re looking for. With 5x5 storage units, these will fit some boxes, small pieces of furniture, and even larger pieces of furniture that can be disassembled. Think of your smaller space as an additional large closet for your home that allows you to store belongings you don’t need immediate access to, but can access 24/7 at any point.
A Storage Unit for Recreational Vehicles
When looking to store recreational vehicles, ATVs, or other outdoor sporting equipment over the winter a small to medium size storage unit can be perfect. The size of the vehicles or equipment will determine the best storage unit size. To store a motorcycle we often recommend upgrading to a storage unit that has a little more space. Often when someone is storing a motorcycle they will store accessories, parts, and other related items they won’t need without the motorcycle. If you have more vehicles you want to store, scaling up to a larger unit is easy to calculate! Other popular items that can be stored seasonally are kayaks, ATVs, jet skis, small boats, and more. To inquire about storing your recreational vehicles and sporting equipment, reach out to Awesome Possum Storage!
Storage Unit Sizes for Houses
When storing a majority or all of the items from a multi-bedroom house we provide larger storage units, up to 10’x20’ temperature controlled, and up to 12’x40’ without temperature control. These larger storage units work excellently for storing an entire home, including larger items like appliances, bed frames, mattresses, chairs, tables, couches, sofas, and more. Depending on the size of your house and the amount of furniture, boxes can also fit into these larger sized storage units. Storing an entire home can be perfect for someone in the process of moving homes, relocating, or someone who is temporarily not in need of a home. By storing large pieces of furniture vertically you are able to save a significant amount of space, but calculating your storage needs is still important!
Don’t Underestimate a Storage Space
Storage units can be a great solution to many problems, and choosing the correct size is crucial! Underestimating the needed size when renting a storage unit can be a big headache. We always encourage customers to do their best to assess the items they need stored and be meticulous when making their decision. A unit size that is too small is a big headache waiting to happen. One would either have to rent a separate supplementary unit, or switch to a larger unit and move all of their belongings once more. Pay close attention to your storage needs and don’t rush on the decision.
Create an Inventory to Determine The Best Size
In order to best determine the necessary square footage needed to store all of your items we recommend creating a general inventory. This list will show you exactly how many larger items you have, and how many boxes you will need to accommodate. While we always want to help customers find the best fit, we do recommend ensuring there is enough space for your belongings to avoid running out of storage space before you can fit everything inside of the unit.
Our Online Storage Unit Size Calculator
Awesome Possum Storage knows how important it is to calculate the square footage necessary for your storage needs. We provide a storage calculator on our website to help narrow down the search. With our calculator you are able to add each individual piece of furniture including queen size bed frames, lazy boy chairs, credenzas, lawn mowers, picnic tables, refrigerators, kitchen tables, and more. Once all of your items are inputted into the calculator it can make an estimated suggestion of what storage unit sizes will likely work best for you!
Indoor & Outdoor Storage Units
Different storage units provide different solutions. We provide both indoor and outdoor self storage, including options with temperature controlled environments. When storing sensitive items, utilizing a climate controlled storage unit is always better. Clothing, leather furniture, wine, electronics, antique furniture, photos, documents, and other important items can degrade over time if left to the elements. Some items don’t need to be in climate controlled settings and can be stored in an outdoor unit. Vehicles, outdoor furniture, ATVs, non-powered tools, glassware, and other non-electric equipment can all be stored in an environment that doesn’t have temperature control.
Locally Owned Secure Self Storage
We Provide a Safe & Secure Storage Unit Facility
We take the responsibility of keeping our customer’s belongings safe very seriously. As a storage facility we believe that safety for our customers is important as well! We provide round the clock surveillance through video cameras so we are able to see anything that happens at the storage facility. Every individual that comes onto the property will be recorded, and we will have video recordings of any activity. This not only provides an additional layer of safety for items stored, but also for our customers! With 24/7 access to your storage unit we want you to feel safe at any point throughout the day or night to visit the unit you rent.
Your 24/7 Storage Facility
Customers store a wide variety of items at our secure self storage facility and because of that we know that each customer’s needs are unique. We provide 24/7 access to the storage facility for our customers so they can come and go as they please. The facility is only accessible to those who have been given access. Regardless if you’re taking a boat out of storage before an early morning drive to a lake, or you need to access documents late at night Awesome Possum Storage is accessible to you.
Rent with Awesome Possum Storage Today
If you have any questions regarding our facilities, storage units, features and amenities, reach out to our offices via phone or the contact page on our website! We will answer any questions you may have and help you make the best decision for your storage needs.
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