Whether it's your first time renting a self-storage unit in Vermont or you've been renting units for years, we've prepared some handy clues to help you protect your belongings.
First you should take stock of your stuff.
Decide what you really need to put in storage and use that list to estimate how big of a self storage unit you should need.
5' x 5' - This unit is about the size of a walk in closet. You can fit items such as sporting equipment, gardening supplies, a few boxes, some clothes or small furniture like a desk and a chair.
5' x 10' - This sized unit is about the size of an average walk in closet and are really great for fitting the contents of one bedroom or a dorm room. So if you have a mattress, a small couch, a table, some chairs and some boxes they should fit well in a 5' x 10' self storage unit.
5' x 15' - This size is large enough to fit the contents of a one bedroom apartment. So if you have a mattress set, dresser, a large couch, entertainment center, a bookcase and other home decor than a 5' x 15' is probably a good choice.
10' x 10' - It is about the size of one bedroom so it is a good size to fit items from a small apartment. If you have a bedroom set, a dining set, maybe some small appliances like a washer and dryer or some patio furniture a 10' x 10' should work well for you.
10' x 15' - This can hold the contents of a two bedroom apartment or a small house. So if you have multiple bedroom sets, a couple couches, bookcases, appliances and similar items, a 10' x 15' should work for you.
10' x 20' - It is about the size of a small one car garage and is good for fitting the contents of a 2-3 bedroom apartment or house. This is great if you are storing multiple bedroom sets, multiple dining room sets, office furniture, bookcases, larger appliances like a fridge or a washer and dryer set and multiple boxes. This sizes self storage unit is also good for multiple bikes, jet-skies or motorcycles.
10' x 30' - This unit is about the size of a two care garage and can fit the contents of a four bedroom house. If you are storing large furniture, like couches, living room chairs, larger appliances like, a refrigerator, a washer and dryer set and multiple bedroom items, this sized unit should work great.
Don't forget to stack your stuff high so you can take advantage of all the space available.
1. Create a list of everything you plan to store.
When putting items in a self storage in Vermont , it’s difficult to remember everything you stored inside the unit. While large furniture pieces, such as a bed or sofa, are easy to remember, smaller items are oftentimes forgotten after months (and sometimes years) in self storage. To keep everything straight, you’re going to want to create a list of all items stored inside the unit.
2. Store your stuff inside clear bins.
Cardboard boxes are completely fine to use in your self storage unit. But, plastic bins make it much easier to see what’s inside your self storage unit. This will make it easier to find what you are looking for when you want or need it.
3. Label Everything.
We can’t tell you enough how important it is to label every bin inside a self storage unit . You may think you’ll remember where you put everything but you won’t. Label every box with a permanent marker, printed labels, or write on top of masking tape. Make sure the labeled part of the box is facing the front of the storage unit, so you can see it easily.
4. Store larger heavier items on the bottom towards the back of the storage unit.
As you begin storing items, start with the larger, heavier items, like furniture. Put them towards the back of the storage unit on the bottom.
5. Place items you need more frequently towards the front.
There will be some items you plan on using more frequently than others. For instance, seasonal clothing such as heavy coats, boots, hats, flip flops and swimsuits. While you don’t need these items every day, you will be making trips to the self storage unit to get them at least once a year. Placing them in an easy-to-reach spot near the door will save you the trouble of having to dig through a bunch of boxes every time you go to the storage unit.
To find self-storage close to your home in Northern Vermont, visit the locations page on our website here: SELF STORAGE LOCATIONS IN NORTHERN VERMONT
Address: 419 Route 105 Newport, Vermont 05855
Mailing Address: P.O. Box 517, Newport, VT 05855
Email: upnorthstorage@comcast.net
Phone: 802-334-1384
Fax: 802-334-6126
Emergency: 802-673-9768