Shark Week: Storage Unit Edition

A good starting point is to list out everything you plan to store, then look at unit dimensions in terms of real-world comparisons rather than just square footage. A 10x10 unit, for example, can hold the contents of a one-bedroom apartment or a mid-size vehicle. Touring the facility in person or watching a walkthrough video like this episode of Modern Storage® can help you visualize the space before you commit.

Most self storage facilities offer units up to 10x30 or 10x20, which can accommodate large furniture, multiple vehicles, or significant amounts of business inventory. Some facilities also offer drive-up access on their largest units, making loading and unloading much easier. Modern Storage® can walk you through what is currently available and help match you to the right size for your situation.

Yes, self storage units are widely used by small business owners, e-commerce sellers, contractors, and retailers to store inventory, equipment, supplies, and archived records. The key is choosing a unit size that gives you room to organize and access items without having to unpack everything each time you visit. Climate-controlled options are worth considering if your inventory includes electronics, documents, or anything sensitive to temperature and humidity.

Absolutely. Seeing the unit in person, or watching a detailed facility walkthrough, helps you assess cleanliness, security, access hours, and whether the unit size actually matches your needs. Many renters who skip the tour end up in a unit that is too small or pay for more space than they use. A tour also gives you a chance to ask the on-site team direct questions about policies, pricing, and availability.

Visual content and in-person tours are among the most effective tools for helping customers understand what they are renting. Using real-world comparisons, like furniture, vehicles, or even animals as size references, makes abstract measurements feel concrete and approachable. Facilities that invest in this kind of customer education tend to see fewer mismatches between what a renter expects and what they actually get, which reduces turnover and increases satisfaction.