The perfect amount of storage for you ultimately depends on your personal needs and wants. It is important to assess how much storage space you need and whether a closet-sized unit or something more expansive is more suitable for you.
How much is enough?
Consider which items are worth moving out of your garage or basement, such as holiday decorations, winter clothes, tools, and seasonal sporting goods. Assess if you have enough space in your home for these items and if not, consider renting a storage unit to free up space and keep your items organized and easily accessible. It’s recommended to make an inventory of your items and evaluate how much space they would need to be stored and how frequently you will be accessing them. This will give you a better idea of how much storage you really need.
Types of storage
- Self-storage: These are units that you can rent by the month or year. They come in different sizes, depending on your storage needs. You have the freedom to access your unit whenever you want, and you are responsible for keeping the unit locked and secure. Self-storage units offer ease of access with the ability to drive right up to the doors. The drive-up access at Barker Storage is particularly good with very large drive lanes that make maneuvering a breeze.
- Climate-controlled storage: These units are designed to protect your items from extreme temperatures, humidity, and other weather-related damage. It is a great option for storing items that are sensitive to changes in temperature and humidity such as musical instruments, artwork, and electronics.
- Indoor storage: Indoor storage units provide added security and protection from the elements. They can also be climate-controlled. Indoor units are typically small to medium size. One disadvantage of indoor units is that you do not have the ability to drive right up to the door.
- Covered parking: These units are similar to self-storage units but have no door, but they are designed to store vehicles such as cars, boats, and RVs. They come in different sizes, depending on the type of vehicle you need to store.
- Uncovered parking: Similar to covered parking, but without a roof overhead. These spaces offer a good value with lots of room to maneuver.
- Fully-enclosed units: These units are completely enclosed, providing the highest level of security for your car, truck, boat, RV, and other stored items.
Household storage
For households, storage units are especially helpful when you are moving into a new home and need a place to store your household items safely until they can be unpacked. It can also be used for storing extra furniture or large appliances, or seasonal items like holiday decorations, winter clothes, tools, and sporting goods that are taking up valuable space in your home.
Business storage
In business, having ample storage space is critical for ensuring the success and efficiency of a company. Different types of businesses have unique storage requirements. For example, businesses that handle legal, accounting, or medical documents may require a secure, climate-controlled space to store sensitive documents, like the climate-controlled spaces available at the Storage Pro on Wall Street in downtown Spokane. Or at Barker Storage, in the fast-growing industrial park, we offer all sized of self-storage units. Construction contractors may need a secure and easily accessible space to store construction equipment and supplies. Manufacturers may require storage space for raw materials and finished products. Retailers may need additional space to store surplus inventory and products that require packaging may need space for packaging materials such as boxes or bags. At Barker Storage, if your business requires 24-hour access to your storage unit, we can accommodate your needs.
Hobby storage
Hobby storage is an effective way to organize and protect your items related to your hobbies such as collectibles, tools, equipment, or artwork. By having a dedicated storage space for your hobbies, you can ensure that your items are well-protected, easily accessible when you need them, and also help you to keep your items organized. This can also be beneficial when you’re preparing for a convention or trade show, as you’ll have a designated space to store and transport your items to the event. Additionally, using hobby storage can also help you to keep your home or workspace less cluttered, as items can be stored in one designated area. This can make it easier to find things and also help you to maintain a cleaner, more organized home or office.
Our Storage Unit Sizes: 5×8, 5×10, 10×10, 10×15, 10×20, 12×25, 12×30, 12×40
Storage units are a convenient solution for a variety of needs and there are many different types of units available with varying sizes and amenities. One way to determine the right size unit for you is by assessing how much space you need to free up in your home or business. Or you can come in or call our office staff and they will be happy to help you in selecting the right size for your needs.
A 5×8 unit is similar in size to a large closet. Imagine how that would clean up your home. It can be used to store a twin mattress set, a dresser, and many boxes. This size unit is great for seasonal decorations, yard equipment, and keepsakes you want to keep safe. Small business owners can also use it to store records and inventory.
A 10×10 unit is like having an extra bedroom and can easily fit the contents of several rooms, such as beds, couches, chairs, recliners, dressers, tables, or an entertainment center. It is great for sports, hunting, and outdoor equipment, as well as relocating seldom used yard equipment or tailgating supplies to tidy up the garage. Also great for small businesses looking to store records, inventory, or supplies.
A 10×15 unit is a medium-sized unit that is great for families moving. It can easily fit the entire contents of a small two-bedroom apartment and is also suitable for small business owners looking to store inventory, supplies, or equipment. This unit is large enough to store appliances and several rooms of furniture and it is even large enough to store small cars.
A 10×20 unit is a large unit, great for moving a small home or two-bedroom apartment. Be sure to pack infrequently accessed items at the back of the unit and leave an isle to access items on the sides of the unit. Also, it’s suitable for small business owners looking to store construction equipment and supplies, or retail inventory. This unit is big enough to store cars, most pickup trucks, and small boats.
A 12×30 unit is the a large unit, equivalent to a two-car garage. Packed efficiently, this unit can fit the contents of an entire multi-bedroom home. This unit is great for small business owners looking to store large construction equipment, retail inventory, building supplies, and much more. This unit is large enough to store two cars, a car and a small boat, or most pickup trucks.
We also have 12 x 40 premium enclosed units that are large enough for many RVs, large trucks, large boats, or several cars.
Conclusion
Barker Storage provides cost-effective and convenient solutions for individuals, families, and businesses to store RVs, cars, boats, items, and materials. We offer a variety of unit sizes and amenities such as gated access, security, on-site RV dumping, and easy access, which can be tailored to the specific needs of your business. We provide a clean, safe, and secure storage environment for your belongings and easy access to your unit with drive-up options. Our team will be happy to assist you in determining the perfect amount of storage for your needs. We are available to assist you seven days per week. Book your space today online, in person, or on the phone.