Storage units are a great way to safely store seldom-needed items and free up valuable space in your home or office. However, units come in a variety of sizes, so you might not know how to choose what size is right for your needs. Here are the most frequently asked questions about choosing the right sized storage unit.

A Brief Guide to Storage Unit Sizes

What sizes are available?

The smallest units storage facilities typically offer are 5 feet wide by 5 feet deep, providing 25 square feet of floor space—roughly the size of a home closet—and are perfect for a few small items like boxes of books, miscellaneous kitchen ware, or a twin mattress. At most facilities, units progressively increase in size to about 15 feet by 30 feet, which provides around 450 square feet of floor space. These largest units are about as big as a two-car garage. Carefully packed, they can hold the contents of an entire house. 

What size do I need?

Conducting a detailed inventory of the items you wish to store will help determine the storage unit size you need. Count the number of boxes along with any furniture, artwork, luggage, or fixtures you plan to store. Measure and record the length, width, and height of each item as you go. Writing everything down will help you keep track of what you are storing and can be useful later when you are trying to remember where you put specific items. Once you have inventoried each item, you are ready to calculate the amount of space you need. 

How do I calculate the space I need?

Multiplying the length by the width by the height of each item you plan to store will give you the amount of space it will take in cubic feet. For example, if a box measures 2 feet wide by 2 feet long by 2 feet high, it will take 8 cubic feet of space in your storage unit. 

Add the cubic measurements of all your items together to arrive at the total amount of space you need. For example, if you have 100 boxes each measuring 8 cubic feet, you will need a storage unit able to hold at least 800 cubic feet. 

What if I pick the wrong sized unit?

Many facilities offer month-to-month leases and require no deposit, which means you are never locked into a long-term commitment. Therefore, if you find you need more space or decide to sell or donate some of your unused items, transferring to a larger or smaller storage unit is always a hassle-free option. 

If you need an affordable place to store your belongings, talk to the experts at I-630 Business Park in Little Rock, AR. They offer clean, well-lit, secure storage units in a range of sizes. With 24-hour access and on-site staff, they can accommodate all your storage needs. Call them today at (501) 223-2340 or visit their website for more information.