Storage resources

Plan it, pack it, store it right

Size guides, packing tips, and local know-how for storing in Lubbock and West Texas.

What size unit do I need?

Our most popular sizes at a glance. Tap a size to see who has it.

Unit size	Sq ft	Compares to	Holds about	Find this size
5x5	25	Small walk-in closet	Boxes, decor, a bike	Find 5x5
5x10	50	Large walk-in closet	A dorm room or studio	Find 5x10
10x10	100	Half a one-car garage	A one-bedroom apartment	Find 10x10
10x15	150	Large bedroom	A two-bedroom apartment	Find 10x15
10x20	200	One-car garage	A two to three bedroom home	Find 10x20
10x30	300	One and a half car garage	A four to five bedroom home	Find 10x30

Sizes are approximate. Between two sizes? Go one up so you have room for a walkway.

Short, practical reads for the questions people ask us most.

Seasonal tips and news from around Lubbock.

Local know-how

Timing matters here. Plan around the season and the school year.

March to April

Dust finds its way in. Cover furniture and seal boxes tight.

May

Small units near campus go fast. Reserve a few weeks before finals.

June to August

Move electronics, photos, and wood furniture into climate control.

December to February

Drain anything with water in it, and swap holiday decor in and out.

These are off limits at most facilities. Each location can share its full list.

Food and perishables

Attracts pests and spoils fast in the heat.
Flammable or hazardous

Gasoline, propane, paint thinner, chemicals.
Anything alive

No pets, no plants.
Wet or damp items

Mold and mildew spread to everything nearby.
Illegal items

Anything that is against the law to own.
Think twice about

Cash, jewelry, and irreplaceable papers. Keep these at home or in a safe deposit box.