Need extra storage space? Whether you’re moving to a new home, planning a renovation, or switching offices, a storage unit is a safe, convenient solution. But if you’ve never used self-storage before, it can be difficult to estimate how much space you need. Learn more about storage units from The Buxton Complex in Ewing, NJ.
Storage Unit Sizes
At The Buxton Complex, we offer many different sizes of storage units, so you can find the right space to suit your needs and budget. To figure out how much storage space you need, start by assessing what you need to store. Are you packing up an entire apartment or just a few pieces of extra furniture? Can you fit everything into boxes, or do you have oddly shaped items such as floor lamps?
Next, group any items to be stored, and then multiply the length by the width. If you have a pile of boxes that’s 10 feet long by 8 feet wide, you’ll need 80 square feet of storage space. Use this guide to help you understand the approximate contents that each of our storage units can fit:
- 5 × 5 ft.: Small closet
- 5 × 8 ft.: Large closet
- 5 × 10 ft.: Walk-in closet
- 8 × 10 ft.: Walk-in closet
- 5 × 15 ft.: Studio apartment
- 10× 10 ft.: 2-bedroom apartment
- 12 × 10 ft.: 2-bedroom apartment
- 9 × 16 ft.: 3-bedroom apartment or house
- 10 × 15 ft.: 3-bedroom apartment or house
- 10 × 16 ft.: 3-bedroom apartment or house
- 10 × 17 ft.: 3-bedroom apartment or house
- 10 × 18 ft.: 4-bedroom house
- 10 × 20 ft.: 4-bedroom house
- 10 × 25 ft.: 4- to 5-bedroom house
- 10 × 30 ft.: 5-bedroom house
- 15 × 25 ft.: 3-bedroom apartment or house
- 15 × 30 ft.: 5-bedroom house
Customers are charged by the month for storage units. Rates depend on unit size, location, and climate control. Second- and third-floor units are less expensive than Ground-floor units, there is an elevator available. Availability may vary. contact us for up-to-date information on unit sizes and pricing.
Packing Tips and Tricks
If you’re not sure how to pack a storage unit, we’re here to help. Follow these packing and storage tips:
- Stay organized: Label each box and create an itemized list of each box and its contents.
- Leave room: You’ll want a little space between your boxes and the storage unit’s walls. If you’ll need to access any items while they’re in storage, make sure to leave a center aisle so you can walk between the boxes to the back of the unit.
- Pack carefully: Fill up boxes so they do not tip over. Wrap any fragile items, such as dishware, in bubble wrap.
- Maximize space: Stack similar-sized boxes together to make the most of the available space.
If you are storing items that are sensitive to heat or humidity, consider choosing a climate-controlled storage unit that is kept at a consistent temperature.
Store Belongings Safely at The Buxton Complex
When you need extra storage space, The Buxton Complex is standing by to assist. Our secure storage units are available on a month-to-month basis. Once you’ve signed a rental agreement, you’ll have access to your unit 365 days a year, from 6 a.m. to 10 p.m. daily. And we provide free hand trucks, dollies, and carts onsite, so loading and unloading your storage unit is a breeze.
We’re a one-stop shop for all your moving needs – in addition to storage units, The Buxton Complex is a local dealer for COWs – Container on Wheels and an authorized U-Haul dealer. You can rent a moving truck or trailer and purchase moving supplies and boxes onsite. Based in Ewing, NJ, we serve customers in Mercer, Bucks, Burlington, and Hunterdon counties and the surrounding areas. For more information, contact us today.