Storage Tips

Sure Storage USA makes storage easy. Based on what you have to store, the following chart can be used to estimate the appropriate sized storage unit to store your belongings.

Size	Square Ft	Household Items	Business Items
5 X 5	25	Chest of drawers, small mattress set, seasonal household items and boxes	Files boxes, office chairs and other small items
5 x 10	50	Queen size bed, dresser, nightstand and boxes	Desks, filing cabinets, armoire, and boxes
10 x 10	100	Standard living room furniture and 2 standard sized bedrooms	Contents of an entire 1 person office including boxes
10 x 15	150	Contents of 3 bedroom home	Contents of a standard 3 person office including multiple boxes
10 x 20	200	Contents of 5 bedroom home including appliances	Contents of a standard 5 person office including extensive file storage
10 x 30	300	Contents of 5-7 bedroom home including appliances	Pallet inventory storage, extensive shelved file storage, multiple pieces of office furniture

Other Useful Tips:

• Place frequently accessed items at the front of your unit
• Make a simple drawing to show where items are located in your unit
• Prepare a list of all items placed into storage
• Label boxes for easy reference
• Make the most of your storage space by stacking items vertically
• Use covers to protect furniture including mattresses
• Leave a small amount of space between your unit walls and your items to allow for adequate ventilation
• Never store food, combustible or toxic items in your unit
• Use a quality lock to protect your valuables. Don’t have a lock? No problem. We offer a wide range of locks and other packing and moving supplies at each our locations.
• Insure your items. Ask a member of our team for information on affordable insurance coverage to ensure your items are covered while in storage.

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Security Is a Priority

Choosing a self storage unit for your valuables is easy; choosing one that is actually secure is another story entirely. Not all storage units are created equal, a fact Sure Storage USA keeps in mind when designing our facilities. Our commitment to the highest levels of security in our storage buildings is unwavering.

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While we've built our reputation on providing clean, well lit, safe and secure self storage facilities and storage units for our customers, Sure Storage USA's commitment to making sure your needs are met extends to other areas as well.

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