Storage units are mainly used to store unwanted furniture or other stuff you do not want to fit around the house. Many storage companies provide this facility, but many of the moving companies also have this option. They also have storage units for rent. You can rent any kind of storage unit from your moving company while moving from one place to another.
Now the question arises how much do these moving companies cost for their storage unit services?
The prices of storage units are not like moving packages; it costs you monthly according to the size of your unit. It will cost you around $100 – $300 per month. Bigger units cost more than this.
Approximately the smaller storage unit will cost you around $90 and the larger ones will cost you about $300 per month.
Average cost of storage units
| Unit sizes | Average monthly cost |
| Small (5×5–5×10 ft.) | $90
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| Medium (5×15–10×15 ft.) | $160 |
| Large (10×20–10×30 ft.) $290
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$290
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NOTE: size and cost may vary from place to place. For a better idea of exact price contact your nearest and reputable Rochester Movers.
How does storage unit pricing work?
Storage unit prices may vary from place to place and it is based on the size, things, availability and features you are signing up for.
These storage units have their own security system and the security charges are sometimes included in the final quote and sometimes you have to pay separately for the security.
Another thing is the insurance and taxes, you have to pay for these liabilities for sure.
Unit sizes
Large storage units are more costly than smaller ones. Many storage-keeping companies group their unit sizes into small, medium and large. All these options cost differently under different packages. For instance for small storage units you will experience units under the size of 5×5 feet or 5×10 feet or somewhere in between this.
Unit sizes with the cost
| Group | Size | Estimated/average monthly cost |
| Small | 5 x 5 ft.
5 x 10 ft. |
$90 |
| Medium | 5 x 15 ft.
10 x 10 ft. 10 x 15 ft. |
$160 |
| Large | 10 x 20 ft.
10 x 25 ft. 10 x 30 ft. |
$290 |
Note: All these sizes and average prices are estimated. These are only given to you for the better picture of how costs work in renting storage units.
Features of storage units
One of the best features you may experience while renting storage units is the climate-controlled units. These climate-controlled storage units cost you differently from the other standard storage units.
Climate controlled unit
| Type of storage | Monthly cost |
| Standard unit | $190 |
| Climate-controlled unit | $200 |
Note: All these prices are estimated. These are only given to you for a better picture of how costs work in renting storage units.
It is shown in the table that climate-controlled units costs more.
Availability
If the storage unit is available for rent, it will cost you the actual price, but if your name is displayed on the waiting list, it will cost you some less only from the charges fee.
Taxes
Storage unit companies will not include taxes and other fees in your quote. All these costs will add up later in your invoice. Even administration fee are separate. For example, $30, you have to pay for a one-time admin fee.
Unit insurance
Insurance of your storage units will cost you $15 per month. Many companies add more charges in it like the security charges and other facilities.
Always ask your Rochester movers to provide you with a contract in which each and everything is written. Carefully read the agreement and understand what is written into it. Sign the contract if you agree to all the points, terms, and conditions mentioned in the contract. Ask your company representative to sign the paper and keep a copy of that signed contract with you for safety and legal purposes if they violate any mentioned point.
Moving and keeping your things in a storage unit is relatively easy and finding a company that provides you with the best services in a hustle-free and stress-free environment is what you want. Before picking a company, analyze your stuff and tell your mover how many boxes, safety sheets, packing bins are required. What type of material do you have in your house, and how many things do you want to store in the storage unit. Always check the storage unit’s availability and security. Because if you have planned to hold your item in the storage area, you need extra precautions to keep your stuff safe and protected. Ask your moving company to place the things in eco-friendly boxes so avoid any kind of fungus, mold, and mildew.
White-Glove moving company provides you best moving service along with the facility of the storage unit.
