First-Time Storage Users: Everything You Need to Know Before Renting a Unit
Are you a first-time storage user? If so, you’ve come to the right place! At Handy Lock Self Storage, we’re here to make your first storage experience simple and stress-free. Below, we’re breaking down everything you need to know before renting a unit.
Choosing the Right Unit Size
The first step is selecting a unit size that fits your needs. At Handy Lock, we offer a variety of sizes, including 5×5, 5×10, 10×10, 10×15, 10×20, 10×25, and 10×30. Smaller units are perfect for items like boxes, seasonal décor, or a mattress, while larger units are ideal for storing furniture, appliances, or the contents of an entire home. The more items you have—and the larger they are—the bigger the unit you’ll want to consider.
Climate-Controlled vs. Non-Climate-Controlled Units
Next, decide whether you need a climate-controlled or non-climate-controlled unit. Climate-controlled units are best for items sensitive to extreme temperatures, such as furniture, bedding, rugs, clothing, electronics, and items made of wood, plastic, or wax.
Non-climate-controlled units are great for durable items that can handle temperature changes, especially things typically stored outdoors—like gardening tools, lawn equipment, or patio furniture. These units also offer the convenience of easy drive-up access for quick loading and unloading.
A Few More Helpful Things to Know
Every Handy Lock location has an on-site office staffed and ready to help. Our office hours are Monday–Friday from 9:00 AM to 5:30 PM and Saturday from 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM. Whether you have questions before moving in or need assistance on move-in day, our team is happy to help.
We also offer a wide selection of packing and moving supplies right in our office, including boxes of all sizes, packing tape and dispensers, locks, packing paper, and furniture and mattress covers.
We hope this guide helps you feel confident and prepared before renting a unit at Handy Lock Self Storage. These tips cover the basics, but our team is always here if you need more guidance. We look forward to seeing you soon!