Looking at a list of storage unit sizes is like ordering dim lunch for a group: if you guess too tiny, everyone leaves hungry; if you think too big, you regret it and your wallet is empty. Don’t worry. All you need to do to get the correct storage units at Wong Chuk Hang is plan ahead and be honest with yourself.
Begin with what you need to keep. Are you cleaning out a closet, packing up your whole apartment, or just looking for a place to put your comic book collection? Make a preliminary list. Don’t trust your memory; instead, carry a notepad with you and look under mattresses and in cabinets. A lot of people forget how much money they’ve saved.
Picture your things in boxes in piles. You might be able to fit a couple luggage and winter coats in a locker-sized unit. If you add furniture or appliances, you’ll need extra space. Put goods into groups, such clothes, electronics, books, and furniture, and then guess how much space each will take. You can use online calculators to help, but you should also trust your own eyes and common sense.
Stacking is important, too. Put the heavier things at the bottom and the lighter things on top. Do you have lighting that break easily or a bike that doesn’t fit? If you need to get to the area often, think about how many paths you’ll need. Leave room to move about if you’re going to your unit to switch out seasonal items or get files. No one likes to play extreme Jenga with their things.
Think about how to grow. Are you keeping business stock that might go up in value? Is your family going to keep mailing you “just a few more boxes”? If your load is likely to get bigger, make it a little bigger. Paying for vacant floorspace every month doesn’t help anyone.
If you’re not sure, go to the storage facility and see the unit possibilities in person. A picture of an empty room can often be more helpful than numbers on a brochure. Most of the personnel know how to pack too much and how to travel light. They can give you good, useful suggestions. Keep in mind that “just right” means less money wasted and a lot less stress on moving day.