What size storage unit do you need when moving house?

If you’re moving house, there may be times when you need to use self-storage to keep your contents safe.

Common reasons people may need self-storage when they’re moving house include if there is a period of time where they are between properties when they have moved out of one home but have yet to get the keys for the other. Movers may also turn to self-storage if they are downsizing to a smaller property or if they simply want to clear some of their belongings out of their home to make it easier to market and sell.

As a typical rule of thumb, the contents of a one-bedroom flat would fit into a 50 square foot storage unit. For each additional bedroom, you will need more space with 75 square foot being enough for many two-bedroom homes.

If you want to store the contents of a three or four-bedroom property, you will need a larger unit measuring around 125 sq ft.

What type of units can I choose from?

Porterstore (Andrew Porter Ltd) has a range of domestic self-storage units at its facilities in Chorley, Lancashire and Kendal, Cumbria. You can reserve the unit online and if your needs change and you find you need more or less space, you can change to another one.

At Porterstore, we offer our customers total flexibility and you are not tied into any long-term contracts. This means you can easily move units and you will only pay for the amount of time you need storage for – just give us one week’s notice.

Our self-storage units include:

• 25 sq ft
  This small self-storage unit will usually not be large enough to store the contents of an entire property but is a great option if you are wanting to declutter your home before you sell. Our 25 sq ft units are popular choices with people who need additional storage space or don’t have a shed or attic at their property.
  
  
• 50 sq ft
  This size unit will typically have space for the contents of an average one-bedroom flat. You might also choose a self-storage this size if you are decluttering before a move or you want to store some but not all of the contents of your property until you settle into your new home.
  
  
• 75 sq ft
  Our medium-sized 75 sq ft units are popular with customers who are moving house and have enough space for the contents of a typical two-bedroom flat. At 10ft high, the height of the units offer additional storage space and means it can comfortably accommodate any furniture you may be moving out of your property. 
  
  
• 100 sq ft
  Our 100 sq ft units are around the size of a standard garage and are large enough to accommodate the contents of an average-sized home.
  
  
• 125 sq ft
  These large self-storage units have enough room for the contents of a three or four-bedroom home. They are a popular option for families who somewhere to store their belongings while they are in the process of moving house or who need to vacate a property quickly to secure a sale.

Porterstore also has some outdoor storage units with drive-up access. You can check availability and reserve your unit here.