How to Choose the Right Storage Unit Size: A Simple Guide
Think About What You're Storing
Before anything else, make a list of everything you plan to put into storage. Walk through your home or office and take stock. It doesn't need to be a detailed inventory — just a general sense of how much stuff you're dealing with. This makes it much easier to visualize what size unit you'll need.
Small Units (5x5 to 5x10)
A 5x5 unit is roughly the size of a small closet and is perfect for boxes of personal items, small furniture pieces, or seasonal decorations. Step up to a 5x10 and you can comfortably fit the contents of a small studio or a single room — think a twin bed, a few boxes, and a dresser.
Medium Units (10x10 to 10x15)
A 10x10 unit is probably our most popular size. It can handle the contents of a one-bedroom apartment or a small house's worth of furniture, including a sofa, dining set, and appliances. A 10x15 gives you even more room and works great for two-bedroom apartments or when you need to store large items like a riding lawn mower.
Large Units (10x20 and Up)
If you're storing the contents of a full house, a vehicle, or large business inventory, you'll want to look at our larger units. A 10x20 is about the size of a standard one-car garage and can hold several rooms' worth of furniture along with boxes and larger items.
When in Doubt, Size Up
If you're on the fence between two sizes, we almost always recommend going a size up. The extra cost is usually modest, and the extra breathing room makes accessing your unit so much easier. There's nothing worse than overpacking a small unit and not being able to find anything.
Ask Us — We're Happy to Help!
Our team at 45 Storage knows storage units inside and out. If you tell us what you're planning to store, we can give you a solid recommendation. There's no pressure and no obligation — we just want to make sure you end up with a unit that actually works for you.
Stop by our facility near Goshen or give us a call and let's find the right unit for you. Serving the Fayetteville, AR area and beyond, 45 Storage is here to make the whole process easy.
