The right storage unit can eliminate stress, save you money, and provide you with peace of mind. However, choosing a storage unit that is too small - only to find out that there is no room all of your personal items will fit - or too big, and that you have overspent, can be frustrating. Here are some tips for determining exactly what size unit you need when renting a storage unit in Houston from US Storage Centers. Just a Few Items - Go with Something Small If you only need to store a few personal items or boxes, don’t splurge for a unit that is bigger than you need. Consider a unit that is 5’x’5, which provides 25 square feet of storage space. This is approximately the size of a home closet or small bathroom, and is okay for storing a few stackable boxes, or even a twin sized mattress. Anything bigger than that, such as a bed frame, dresser, or large mattress probably won’t fit. A Studio or One-Bedroom Apartment - How Big Should You Go? If you need something big enough to store the items that would fit in a studio or a one bedroom apartment, the 5’x5’ is certainly too small. A 5’x10’ is usually big enough to fit the contents of a small studio apartment, but a 5’x15’ will probably be necessary for fitting the contents of a one-bedroom apartment. A 5’x15’ can fit a table and chairs, a mattress, stackable boxes, a bicycle, and other miscellaneous items. A Little Bigger Might Do the Trick If you are looking for something even bigger than the storage units described above, you may need to go with a 10’x15’, 10’x20’, or even 10’x30’ unit! We provide all of these storage unit sizes, as well as different sizes in between, too. The 10’x30’ is big - this unit is even big enough for a small boat! Multiple pieces of furniture, boxes, sports equipment, and other items that make up a large home can easily fit into a unit of this size. Picking the Right Unit for You While you can read about the unit sizes that you need, sometimes, the best way to make a decision is to visit a facility in person and ask to view units of different sizes. In some cases, going with a unit that is slightly bigger than you think you may need will provide you with enough wiggle room in case you need to add more; in other cases, going with the smaller unit in order to save a little cash may be the smarter choice. While it may not be ideal, you can always upgrade or downgrade to different unit sizes if your storage needs change. We Are Your Storage Solution At US Storage Centers, our Houston storage facility is here to meet all of your storage needs. With tons of unit sizes to choose from, great pricing options, professional management, and convenient access hours, there’s no reason to not contact our facility to learn more today. In fact, you can even reserve a unit online if you already know which size you need! We look forward to working with you. US Storage Centers 8909 Hinman Street Houston, TX 77061 (713) 766-6090
