It can be a bit nerve-racking, renting a self-storage unit for the first time. You’ll probably find yourself uncertain of a lot of things: how to select a storage unit that’s right for you, what items not to store, and whether or not you need air-cooled storage, among other factors.
Do not worry, we’re here to help! Arizona Self Storage is consistently recognized by our thousands of happy customers for providing outstanding customer service. Our onsite professional managers are ready to assist in determining the best size and type of storage unit you need, help choose boxes and moving supplies and reserve your rental truck if needed. We make storage easy!
For extra convenience, we’ve come up with an intuitive short list for catching you up to speed on all things storage.
Here are some of our favorite storage and packing tips, so you can feel confident in how to pack a storage unit and make the decision best for your needs.
Let’s start by talking about storage unit types. Depending on what you need to store, the type of storage you want to have is subject to change based on a few different variables.
Your storage unit needs are highly dependent on how much space you expect your belongings will take up. Each facility will offer different size options, but usually your choices will span between a 3×3 locker, all the way up to a 10×30 massive storage space. If you’re just looking to relocate some items after spring cleaning, you’re likely not going to need as much space as if you were renovating your house and need to store large furniture. It’s up to you to decide how much space you’ll need (and don’t forget, you can stack certain items, like boxes and shelves, to make use of vertical space).
A row of RVs, trailers, and vehicles are parked in a self storage facility
Now, maybe you aren’t in the market to store things from within your home, but a vehicle, instead. Our facilities with vehicle storage allow you to securely store cars, trucks, trailers, RV’s, and boats of all sizes.
At this point, your decision lies in what kind of vehicle storage you want. Arizona Self Storage offers the following:
Arizona Self Storage is proud to offer a unique indoor RV storage barn at our Sahuarita location, giving you an air-cooled space to store your RV indoors with all the amenities you could need, including trickle charging and an onsite dump station. Our Litchfield Park location also has a full offering of new RV amenities for you to take advantage of, including wash bays with vacuums, filling stations for air, fresh water, a dumping station, and trickle charging capabilities.
When you live in a state like Arizona where the harsh sun is beating down on you year-round, it can have an impact on items left in a standard self storage unit. If you prefer a cooler storage experience, an air-cooled storage unit is your best bet.
Climate-controlled storage maintains a temperature range providing a premier storage experience. Most stored items do not need a cooled climate, but if you are looking for extra comfort and protection for heat sensitive items, climate-controlled storage is a great option.
Though every storage company operates on their own rules/policies, there are some common wisdom items that most of them don’t accept.
Storage tip: if you ever want to know what a specific facility will or will not accept, you are advised to call them directly.
Items designated for storage are stacked up on top of each other in boxes, with labels such as "books" inscribed upon them.
There are few critical packing tips to be aware of your first time packing a storage unit.
Hopefully we at Arizona Self Storage managed to address most of the questions and concerns surrounding your first renting experience!
If you are moving to the state of Arizona, or you’re an existing resident who has found themselves in need of more space, Arizona Self Storage operates several locations in Glendale, Oro Valley, Gilbert, and beyond. Find the facility closest to you, and let’s start you down the road towards a great first rental experience!
