Selecting a size for a storage unit can be quite difficult if you don’t want to overpay or worry about fitting everything in it, especially if it is your first time using one. If you are searching for “storage units near me” but aren’t exactly sure what size you need, we are here to help.
Here are some helpful tips to lead you to the perfect storage unit size for your belongings!
1. Evaluate how many items you are storing.
A few good questions to ask yourself are, “Will I need to store everything or just a few items?” and “Are these items already currently in storage in my home, or top on the list of everyday household items?” Answering these questions will help judge how many items you are looking to store.
2. Make a list of all your storage items.
We recommend making a list of all of the items you are looking to store including small details such as whether or not the item can be flipped another way to maximize space in the unit. The goal of a list is to break down everything that will be going into the unit to find the most efficient way to store your items. It is also important to remember that Fort Knox storage units offer 24 hour storage rentals to give you access to your belongings when you need them.
3. Determine the size of each item.
During this process, you will realize that the larger items are crucial, as they will determine the minimum size for your items. For example, if you are looking to store a couch and can stand it up on its side to limit the floor space it occupies, then you will need to ensure the unit is tall enough. If the couch is not able to be flipped on its side, you will need a wider and larger unit to store it. Most people also have a loveseat, and in storing both, if you turn one direction (the couch) and the loveseat in the other direction on their sides, they will intertwine with each other and save you even more space. You can place a sheet or tarp on the floor to keep any leather furniture from getting scratched.
4. Decide how you want to set up your storage unit
This is where strategy can be important, as you don’t want to have to go digging to find a specific item. It is recommended to determine how frequently you will need to access items, and pack the unit accordingly. For example, if you don’t plan to access the items often, you can pack the unit in tight. It is also good to remember that packing a unit tightly will increase the fee for hiring workers because it takes more time, but it reduces your storage fee.
It is also always a good idea to keep 1 box per person or per room out marked clearly for items not going into storage at that time. For whatever reason, you may be staying with friends or family for awhile, or you might be selling your home and trying to find a new one, but you might find that Little Susie will want 4 of her favorite stuffed animals wherever she is going, Jimmy will want to take his XBOX 3 or PlayStation 4 with him, and you will need their coffee pot if the friend or family you are staying with don’t happen to drink coffee.
5. Don’t forget the important things!
We like to remind customers to bring those helpful items that people often overlook due to their mundane and routine nature. Nowadays most of us use our phones as alarm clocks, but if you still have an alarm clock, that is a good thing to remember to keep with you. You will also want to keep your keys — whether they are house keys, car keys, or another key that might be significant to your daily life. We care about your storage experience and want to make it as seamless and stress-free as possible.
6. Visit Fort Knox Storage, and see what unit size works best for you!
Visit Fort Knox’s website and choose the location you plan to use. Then, you are able to check the availability of the units. Units are available in sizes 5×10 up to 10×20, depending on your needs.
Fort Knox Storage has 9 locations of our 24 hour storage rental units, offering many different unit sizes. This is great for a first-timer or for someone who struggles to pick the best storage unit size.