Self-storage units come in many sizes. This is because some tenants need to only keep a few things in storage while others need to stow away the contents of their entire home. It wouldn't be practical, nor would it be fair, for all self-storage units to be the same size. But choosing the right size unit for your things is only one part of the equation. You can maximize your investment in a unit lease by thinking about how to strategically store your items. Before you commit to a specific unit size, take the total square footage of the items you wish to store to determine an appropriate unit. If you need help thinking in terms of how strategically-placed items will fit into the unit, speak with a member of our staff at US Storage Centers. Think in Terms of Room Size When you keep items in a room, you don't just have everything on the floor. You have appliances and personal items inside and on top of furniture. You've got items in boxes. You've probably got other things arranged together to maximize the space. US Storage Centers lists the dimensions of each available unit as well as a comparable room size on its website, so you can better visualize the space available in each unit we offer. For example, our smallest unit is about the size of a small bathroom. Don't be Afraid to Stack When your items are in storage, you'll might feel some inhibitions about stacking your items because you are afraid that they might break. If you take the proper packing precautions, however, you're not going to be using them while they're in storage, so stack away to make a good use of the space you rent. Larger, heavier boxes and items should be used to support smaller, lighter items. Make use of flat surfaces like tables and desks in your unit and if you store any type of furniture with drawers, fill the drawers with smaller items. Small Boxes Can Go in Larger Boxes Think of a Russian nesting doll: as you take the top half off each doll, you reveal progressively smaller dolls until you reach the smallest one. When you have a lot of items in boxes, think about which boxes can fit into other boxes. Find creative ways to cut down on unused space within boxes. It can even become your own version of playing Tetris! Rent a Self-Storage Unit in Corona Today For further help with strategically filling your self-storage unit, speak with one of the friendly, attentive staff members at our Corona, California facility. Our staff are trained to help tenants with all of their storage needs, such as providing guidance and aiding with the packing and taping of boxes. Call or visit our Corona location today to learn more about all US Storage Centers has to offer to its tenants. US Storage Centers 22237 Knabe Road California, CA 92883 (951) 234-0845
