Your Ultimate Self-Storage Unit Size Guide

Choosing the right storage unit doesn’t need to be complicated. Whether you’re decluttering your home, storing business inventory, or in the middle of a big move, Adams Selfstore is here to make it easy. With locations across Liverpool, Bolton, and Birkenhead, we’ve compiled a self-storage unit size guide to make storing your belongings that step easier.

Choosing the Right Storage Unit Size

Choosing the right storage unit is essential to ensure your belongings are safe and secure. When selecting a storage unit, consider the following:

The size of your items – Whether you’re storing personal belongings, business inventory, or the contents of an entire home, choosing the right size is key to avoiding unnecessary costs.
How long you’ll need storage – Our flexible contracts allow you to upsize or downsize depending on how your storage needs change.
Accessibility and convenience – We offer convenient opening hours and easily accessible locations, making it easy for you to store and retrieve items at your convenience.

In this guide, we’ll walk you through the different unit sizes we offer across Liverpool, Bolton, and Birkenhead, helping you find the perfect fit for your specific requirements while saving you time and money.

Small Units Ideal for Personal Storage

Small storage units are the perfect solution when you just need a little extra space. Whether you’re storing seasonal items, clearing out a closet, or archiving important documents, our compact units provide cost-effective solutions without unnecessary space. If you’re a student looking for storage, please consult our student storage options, starting from as little as £5 a week.

Unit Size (sq ft): 50–65 sq ft

Best Suited For – These small units are ideal for storing belongings, or to keep documents, small electronics, or a few boxes in a secure space.
What You Can Store – Seasonal clothing, small electronics, important documents, or miscellaneous items. Think of it as the size of a large walk-in wardrobe.

Medium Units Perfect For Moving Home or Scaling Up

These units are the most popular for customers who are moving house, temporarily relocating, or need to store substantial business inventory. With more space, they’re perfect for larger households or business needs.

Unit Size (sq ft): 65–80 sq ft

Best Suited For – This unit is ideal for the contents of a two-bedroom flat or small house, or for a Luton van load during a house move or renovation.
What You Can Store – Large appliances (washer/dryer), sofas, dining sets, and the contents of a 1-2 bedroom home. Ideal for moving or refurbishments.

Large Units For Business and Bulk Storage

Large storage units are ideal for businesses with high-volume inventory, large-scale household moves, or anyone who needs ample space for bulky items like machinery or vehicles.

Unit Size (sq ft): 100–150 sq ft

Best Suited For – Perfect for storing the contents of a standard single garage or a two-bedroom house. This unit can hold large items like sofas, beds, and heavy-duty business equipment.
What You Can Store -The contents of a standard single garage or a 3-bedroom house, including large sofas, dining sets, and heavy-duty business equipment.

Unit Size (sq ft): 150–200 sq ft

Best Suited For – Ideal for storing the contents of a large four-bedroom family home, including garage items and garden tools, or for large trade inventory and vehicles.
What You Can Store – The entire contents of a large 4-bedroom family home, including garage items and garden tools. Perfect for storing vehicles or large trade inventory.

Vehicle Storage For Large or Specialised Items

If you’re storing a vehicle or bulky items like machinery, these units provide ample space to accommodate the size of your belongings.

Unit Size (sq ft): 50 sq ft

Best Suited For – Ideal for storing the contents of a Transit van.
What You Can Store – The items typically found in a Transit van, small furniture, boxes, and personal items.

Unit Size (sq ft): 80 sq ft

Best Suited For – Perfect for the contents of a Luton van.
What You Can Store -Larger furniture, multiple boxes, appliances, or equipment.

Unit Size (sq ft): 175 sq ft

Best Suited For – This size is ideal for storing a 7.5-tonne van.
What You Can Store – Larger household goods, heavy-duty business inventory, or commercial equipment.

Unit Size (sq ft): 200 sq ft

Best Suited For – This size is perfect for storing a 20ft container.
What You Can Store – Larger-scale storage needs such as bulk commercial inventory, heavy machinery, or large family home contents.

Key Takeaways for Choosing the Right Storage Unit

When choosing your self-storage unit size, it’s important to remember to look for flexibility for your convenience, maximise your space, and have a local team for support when you need it. We offer:

Flexibility to upsize or downsize your storage unit, often with short notice.
Units with high ceilings to maximise your stacking potential
An expert team available seven days a week to assist with your storage requirements across Birkenhead, Bolton, and Liverpool.

Secure 24/7 surveillance storage units and price match guarantee.

Self-Storage Unit Size Guide Made Easy With Adams Selfstore

For over a decade, Adams Selfstore has proudly served the Liverpool, Bolton, and Birkenhead areas with top-notch storage solutions. We offer:

Various Unit Sizes – From small lockers to large containers, we have the perfect fit for your needs.
Ultra-Secure Facilities -24/7 monitored CCTV and on-site security to keep your belongings safe.
Easy Access – Convenient opening hours and accessible locations for your convenience.
Excellent Customer Service – Friendly, professional support available 7 days a week.
Climate-Controlled Units Available – Keep your belongings in top condition, no matter the weather
Cost-Effective Pricing – Starting from just £5 per week, we offer affordable solutions for all.
Price Match Guarantee – We’ll beat any like-for-like quote you find.
Industry Experts – With over 40 years of pioneering self-storage in Europe, you can trust our experience.

When it comes to choosing your self-storage unit, we at Adams Selfstore provide secure, flexible, and cost-effective storage options with excellent customer service to support you and keep your items safe.