What size storage unit do I need?
Compare 5x10, 10x10, and larger storage units, measure your furniture, and plan a packing layout before renting storage in Moberly, Missouri.
A storage unit should fit what you own and let you reach what you need. Choosing by the number of rooms in your home can be a starting point, but a room full of shelving takes up space differently from a room full of stackable boxes.
If you’re comparing storage in Moberly, start with a list of your belongings, measure the largest pieces, and sketch where they could go. You’ll have a much better idea of the size you need before you request a unit.
Start with the things that won’t stack
Write down the furniture, appliances, and awkward items first. A sofa, mattress, dining table, or lawn mower can determine the layout even when most of your belongings fit in boxes.
Measure the length, width, and height of those larger pieces. Note which ones can be taken apart, such as a bed frame or a table with removable legs. Don’t assume furniture or appliances can be stored on their sides; check the manufacturer’s guidance before planning around that.
Then add your boxes, totes, and shelving. Use the actual box dimensions when possible. A collection of large plastic totes can take more floor space than the same number of small moving boxes.
Compare the floor space
Storage sizes describe a footprint. A 5x10 unit has 50 square feet of floor space; a 10x10 has 100. The extra width can make a different layout possible, even when two units have similar total area.
These examples are starting points, not promises that a particular household will fit.
| Size | Floor space | A starting point for planning |
|---|---|---|
| 5x10 | 50 sq ft | Boxes, seasonal belongings, and a few smaller pieces of furniture. |
| 10x10 | 100 sq ft | A mix of furniture and boxes, with more width to arrange items. |
| 10x15 | 150 sq ft | More furniture or belongings set aside during a move or renovation. |
| 10x25 | 250 sq ft | A larger collection of furniture and boxes, with more room to plan access. |
Just Store It also lists sizes between these examples. Use the illustrated size guide to compare all ten listed footprints. The plans show possible arrangements; door openings, clear height, and your own items still need to be checked.
Leave a way to reach your belongings
Think about how often you’ll visit. If you need tools every week, holiday decorations in a few months, or a particular box during a move, give those items a place you can reach.
A tightly packed unit may hold more, but getting one item out can mean unloading several others. Leave a path where you need access, put frequently used items near the front, and keep labels facing where you can read them.
Use the space above the floor carefully. Put heavier boxes below lighter ones, and stack only what can safely support the weight. Allow room for shelves if you plan to use them. Extra height is useful only when your belongings can be stored safely within it.
Sketch your layout before choosing
You don’t need a detailed drawing. A piece of graph paper or a quick sketch on your phone is enough to test an arrangement.
- Draw the unit’s floor dimensions to scale.
- Add your largest items using their measured footprints.
- Mark the access space you want to keep clear.
- Place boxes and smaller items in the remaining space.
If the plan works only when every inch is filled, compare the next size. A little more room may save you from repacking the unit whenever you visit. If the sketch leaves a lot of unused floor space, check whether a smaller footprint would work.
Check the unit before your first move-in
Floor area is only part of the decision. Confirm that your largest items can pass through the doorway, that you can unload them, and that the storage conditions suit what you’re storing. Temperature-sensitive belongings may need a different storage environment.
At Just Store It on Robertson Road, the listed units are drive-up. You can see the facility and get directions before planning your trip. Contact us to confirm details that matter for your furniture or equipment rather than relying on a diagram alone.
Once you have a size in mind, check current online prices and availability. Availability can change, so compare the live listings rather than an older screenshot or saved price.
Still between two sizes?
Send us a short list of your larger items, approximate measurements, box count, and whether you’ll need regular access. Tell us if this is a short move, a renovation, or longer-term storage. Those details give us more to work with than a room count alone.
Ask us for help choosing a size. When you’re ready, request an available unit online. Staff will confirm your rental, payment arrangements, and first move-in instructions before you bring your belongings.