What should you consider renting a storage unit?

Renting storage space offers convenience for many people, both temporarily and permanently. A storage unit can help make a move or renovation run more smoothly. Renting storage space can also give you more living space at home on a permanent basis. After all, who would not want a more spacious home? But what should you consider when renting storage space? What size do you need, how can you organise the unit as efficiently as possible, and what services are available to make everything as easy as possible? Read on to find out!

How do you determine the right storage unit size?

Did you know that 50% of the people who visit us incorrectly estimate how much space they need? Many people think they need a larger unit than is actually necessary. Our advice is to visit the storage location for a free, no-obligation viewing. At the facility, we can help you determine how much space you need. Our on-site employees have years of experience organising storage units and know exactly what will fit into each unit. You can also view units in different sizes, giving you a better idea of how large they actually are.

How do you organise a storage unit as efficiently as possible?

The best way to organise a storage unit depends on several factors:

• Do you need regular access to your belongings, or will you not need them in the meantime?
• Can the items be stacked or stored upright?

When you do not need regular access to your belongings, you can fill the unit more tightly. However, make sure to leave enough room for air circulation so that everything can breathe. When you need frequent access, it is better to leave a small walkway. This allows you to easily retrieve items whenever you need them.

A shelving unit makes it easy to create structure and keep your storage unit organised. Shelving units are also available at ALLSAFE locations at the lowest price in the Netherlands!

Stacking your belongings is another effective way to save space. All storage units from 3 m³ upwards are three metres high, allowing you to make good use of the available height. It also helps to store certain items upright. Placing a bed or sofa on its side can save a considerable amount of floor space and therefore reduce your storage costs.

You can often fit more into a unit than you might expect. A 1 m³ unit can already hold ten moving boxes, while the contents of an entire room can fit into a 6 m³ storage unit.

Which additional services can you use when renting storage space?

To make meeting your storage needs even more convenient, ALLSAFE Mini Storage offers several additional services for tenants: