Renting storage is simple. Guessing the right size is the part that gets people. You look at everything you want to store and take a stab at it, and most of the time you're off by a size, which means either a cramped unit or paying for room you don't use.
At Cardinal State Storage, we help Southern Pines folks figure this out all the time, so here's a quick guide to what each size holds.
A 5x5 is about a small closet, ideal for boxes, seasonal items, and a few smaller pieces. A 5x10 is closer to a walk-in closet and holds a small bedroom's worth of belongings plus a mattress. Both are handy for storing the things you rotate through the year.
A 10x10 is the size most people choose. It's roughly a bedroom and holds the contents of a couple of rooms, furniture and appliances included.
A 10x15 holds a small home's worth of furniture and larger items. A 10x20 is close to a one-car garage, enough for a full household.
A lot of storage around Southern Pines comes with downsizing into the area or managing a second home. If you're holding furniture, antiques, or collections while you decide what fits the new place, a 10x10 or 10x15 gives you room to keep things organized and protected rather than crammed in. For pieces you care about, that breathing room is worth it, and climate-controlled space is worth a look for anything sensitive.
When you can't decide, walk the units and picture your things inside. We're happy to help you eyeball it so you rent what you need and nothing extra.
Trying to figure out the right size in Southern Pines? Stop by Cardinal State Storage or reserve online, and we'll help you match the unit to your stuff.