Missouri Self Storage Unit Size Guide
Choose the Right Storage Unit or Climate-Controlled Storage Unit for Your Belongings in Mid-Missouri With the Locally Owned Experts at Missouri Self Storage
At Missouri Self Storage, We Make the Renting Process Easy. You Can Trust Our Helpful Storage Unit Size Guide to Help You Find the Right Storage Unit at the Right Price
Before you rent a storage unit in Columbia or Fayette, MO, you have to make sure you know what size storage unit you need. Otherwise, you could find yourself with an overflowing unit and nowhere to store your important belongings, furniture, or documents. When you rent from Missouri Self Storage, you don’t need to worry about not finding a unit that is big enough or small enough for your needs. Just use our helpful size guide to estimate how much space you’ll need and if a standard or climate-controlled storage unit is right for you. Ready to store? Missouri Self Storage is ready with easy-to-rent storage units.
Finding a small or large storage unit in mid-Missouri has never been easier! Choose the right storage unit size & type for you today
The first step to choosing the right type of storage unit and the size you will need is to figure out just how many items you plan on storing and whether they need to be kept in a climate-controlled storage unit or a standard storage unit. Make a list of everything you’d like to store, roughly estimate their size, and utilize our guide on climate-controlled items and standard items. Next, you’ll want to complete a more formal measurement of the items you have. Our storage unit dimensions guide will be invaluable when it comes to this step, as it also breaks down the type of door you may be dealing with and the common items our renters put in units of that size.
For more details about how to plan for renting a storage unit in Columbia or Fayette, MO, refer to our storage unit size guide.
Missouri Self Storage’s size guide for storage units in Columbia & Fayette, MO
Step 1: Create A List
Make a list of all the items you plan on storing in your storage unit. Think about things like furniture or large holiday décor that will be stored, as well as smaller items in boxes that may be stacked.
Step 2: Consider Climate Control
Consider if you will need one of our Columbia, MO, climate-controlled storage units. Our storage facility experts would recommend a climate-controlled unit if you are storing any of the following:
- Furniture, including antiques, wood, leather, or anything that’s sensitive or can warp easily in hot and cold fluctuating temperatures.
- Paper goods, including art, photos, and important documents. These items will not fare well in the hot or the cold, and humidity will also not be kind to these delicate personal belongings or business documents.
- Any electronics. These items are incredibly prone to rusting or melting plastic. Not only is this bad for your belongings, but it can also be dangerous if these goods are improperly stored.
Step 3: Drive Up Storage
Ask yourself if you will need a drive-up storage unit. This is a great choice for individuals and businesses who have non-sensitive property to store and want easy access when it comes to moving things between their vehicle and storage unit. Our central Missouri drive-up storage units are great for the following items:
- Kitchen items that do not include appliances, such as plates, china, and glassware.
- Holiday decorations, like lights, outdoor decorations, and most indoor décor, will do well in a standard storage unit because they are designed to withstand harsh elements.
- Patio furniture, like holiday decorations, is designed to handle the elements, so you can feel confident storing it in our standard drive-up storage units in Columbia or Fayette, MO.
Step 4: Determine Size
Once you know what you are storing, you can determine how much space you will need. Reference our unit-specific dimensions and review their measurements to decide what size of storage unit you will need. Don’t forget to consider if you will add more items to the storage unit in the future. It never hurts to go a little bigger than you may need right now.
Size guide for our self-storage facilities in Columbia & Fayette, MO
All dimensions are approximate
5x5 Storage Unit
DIMENSIONS
- Width: 5'
- Length: 5'
- Door: Standard walk door
- Approximately 25 square feet
- Equivalent to the size of a walk-in closet
COMMON ITEMS FOUND INCLUDE
- Holiday Decorations
- Files
- Seasonal Clothing
- Exercise Equipment
5x10 Storage Unit
DIMENSIONS
- Width: 5'
- Length: 10'
- Door: Standard walk door
- Approximately 50 square feet
- Equivalent to a small room or a larger closet
COMMON ITEMS FOUND INCLUDE
- Queen Mattress Set
- Dresser & Nightstands
- TV Stand & Flat-Screen TV
- Exercise Equipment
10x10 Storage Unit
DIMENSIONS
- Width: 10'
- Length: 10'
- Door: Roll-up door
- Approximately 100 square feet
- Equivalent to a small bedroom
COMMON ITEMS FOUND INCLUDE
- King Mattress Set
- Living Room Furniture Set
- Motorcycle
- Jet Skis
10x15 Storage Unit
DIMENSIONS
- Width: 10'
- Length: 15'
- Door: Roll-up door
- Approximately 150 square feet
- Little smaller than a standard one-car garage
- Store the contents of four rooms or three fully furnished bedrooms
COMMON ITEMS FOUND INCLUDE:
- Sofa/Loveseat Couch
- Entertainment Center
- Dining Room Set
- Major Appliances
10x20 Storage Unit
DIMENSIONS
- Width: 10'
- Length: 12'
- Door: Roll-up door
- Approximately 200 square feet
- Equivalent to a standard one-car garage
- This space can store up to four bedrooms or be used to store a vehicle
COMMON ITEMS FOUND INCLUDE
- Bedroom Furniture (Multiple Rooms)
- Living Room Furniture Set
- Major Appliances
- Dining Room Set
15x15 Storage Unit
DIMENSIONS
- Width: 15'
- Length: 15'
- Door: Roll-up door
- Approximately 225 square feet
- Equivalent to a standard one-car garage
- Use it to store up to four furnished bedrooms or six rooms
COMMON ITEMS FOUND INCLUDE
- King & Queen Mattress Set
- Sofa/Loveseat Couch
- Entertainment Center
- Patio Furniture
10x25 Storage Unit
DIMENSIONS
- Width: 10'
- Length: 25'
- Door: Roll-up door
- Approximately 250 square feet
- Equivalent to a standard one-car garage or slightly larger
- Used to store boats, vehicles, water skis, and other recreational toys
COMMON ITEMS FOUND INCLUDE
- Home Office Furniture
- Kitchen & Dining Room Set
- Patio Furniture
- Household Rugs
10x30 Storage Unit
DIMENSIONS
- Width: 10'
- Length: 30'
- Door: 9' x 12' Roll-up door
- Approximately 300 square feet
- Equivalent to a standard 1.5-car garage
- Storage unit is large enough to house an entire household of belongings or recreational vehicles
COMMON ITEMS FOUND INCLUDE
- Bedroom Furniture (Multiple Rooms)
- Living Room Furniture Set
- 4 to 6-Person Dining Room Set
- Small Camper
14x45 Storage Unit
DIMENSIONS
- Width: 14'
- Length: 45'
- Door: 12' x 14' Roll-up door
- Approximately 625 square feet
- Equivalent to a standard 1.5-car garage or slightly bigger
- Storage unit is large enough to house an entire household of belongings
COMMON ITEMS FOUND INCLUDE
- Whole House
- RV
- Boats
- 5th Wheel
Our Columbia, MO self-storage facility features
- 24-Hour Access
- Climate-Controlled Units
- Drive Up Units
- Fenced in with Coded Gate
- Lighted Facility
- Oversized Doors (up to 12'x14')
- Paved
- Security Cameras
Our Fayette, MO self-storage facility features
- 24-Hour Access
- Drive Up Units
- Lighted Facility
- Small & Large Units
Trust your storage unit rental needs to a local business like Missouri Self Storage
Now you know what size storage unit you need, so it’s time to find a facility you can trust. At Missouri Self Storage, we are locally owned and operated. Our Columbia and Fayette, MO, self-storage facilities are safe, secure, and always accessible, meaning you have total control over how you manage your storage needs. If you ever have questions or concerns, our local team is there to pick up the phone and help you troubleshoot. We can even meet you on-site to make things as easy as possible for you! That kind of customer service is difficult to find with chain self-storage places.
In addition to our local focus, we also make sure our customers feel confident about renting with us. Our rental portal is easy to use and grants you access to a storage unit within 24 hours. Even better, we don’t raise our rates season to season. Instead, you can pay the same price without having to move your belongings when the rent goes up yet again. Here at Missouri Self Storage, we’re focused on making life easier for Missouri residents and businesses.
Explore the units, both standard and climate-controlled, that we have available, and reach out if you have questions. We love helping others find a reliable and long-lasting solution for their storage needs.
