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Remodeling & Renovation Storage
Home remodeling and renovations can be a challenge, even if you are doing just one room or the entire house. If you’ve been living in your home for a while, you’ve likely accumulated a lot of stuff, from furniture to trinkets. One of the main issues you’re going to run into when it comes to renovations is where to put all of your belongings once the demo begins.
Portable Storage When and Where You Need It for Your Home
Your home renovation might take only a few weeks, or it could take months, so it’s important that you have a plan to help you keep your items safe and out of harm’s way during the renovation process.
1-800-PACK-RAT’s home renovation storage containers make storing your stuff during your home’s remodeling project simple and easy. 1-800-PACK-RAT’s renovation storage solutions are simple thanks to our portable storage containers that can stay on-site or be moved to one of our secure, nationwide warehouse locations.
Benefits of Using a Portable Storage Container for Your Home Renovation
Flexible Storage Options at Your Home or at Our Warehouse
Portable storage containers are the most flexible storage solution for your home renovation. You can choose to store your container at your home or have it moved to one of our secure, nationwide warehouse locations. Both storage options offer their own unique benefits, and some of our customers actually choose to use both, depending on the phase of their renovation. For example, during demolition, it may be beneficial to use our warehouse, allowing you space to have a dumpster in the driveway to collect all of the debris. Then, when demolition is complete, a homeowner may want to have easier access to their belongings, choosing to store the container at their house.
On-Site Storage Saves You Time
In the old days, if you needed storage for renovations, you had to drive your belongings to a self-storage facility yourself, which often took several trips and a lot of time. With 1-800-PACK-RAT, we bring the storage to your home. No more using your own vehicle or a large moving truck with ramps to get your stuff to storage. Keep your mobile, ground-level loading storage unit for as long as you need it for your project, and save time and money by kicking the traditional self-storage facility to the curb.
Best Way to Store and Protect Your Stuff
If you have the space in your home, you may have considered moving all of your items to another room, your garage, or basement while your renovation is underway. Unfortunately, this makes another area of your home cluttered and often unusable throughout the length of your renovation, which can add to the already daunting process of remodeling. If you use your garage or a storage shed, you’ll have to make sure you take extra precautions to protect your items from pests, moisture, dirt and grime. Our portable storage containers are weatherproof, with an all-steel construction that keeps your stuff clean and dry.
Why Choose 1-800-PACK-RAT for Home Renovation Storage?
Safest & Most Secure Storage Option for Home Remodeling Projects
Our portable storage units are designed to keep your stuff safe and dry.
All-steel construction and weatherproof to prevent moisture absorption, mold and mildew
Barn-style doors for added security and ease of access
Ground-level loading for easy access
Delivery trucks feature a patented lift system to keep your stuff level
Partnerships to Make Your Renovation Easier
If you’re renovating because of damage from fire, water, mold or natural disaster, our restoration partners can help with your home restoration and remediation needs. We even have special technologies designed just for restoration, to help preserve your stuff. We also have moving partners for junk removal, packing and loading help, auto moving, and more!
Convenient Portable Storage Options on Your Timeline
Timelines and project deadlines are extremely important in a home renovation. 1-800-PACK-RAT gives you convenient options to schedule your container drop-off, pick-up, and moving online or over the phone. We work on your schedule so your project doesn’t get held up by any storage issues. We know that deadlines can shift during home reno projects, that is why you can keep your container for as long as you need. Avoid stress by working with 1-800-PACK-RAT.
One Size Doesn't Fit All
8 ft
12 ft
16 ft
Typically holds 1-2 rooms of furniture
About the size of an 8’ x 8’ storage room
Holds up to 4,000 lbs of contents
7.2’W x 7.8’H x 8.5’L 404 cubic feet
All-steel & weatherproof
Barn-style doors
1-800-PACK-RAT’s 8-foot container is a great choice for smaller moving and storage needs. Each 8-foot container holds about 1-2 rooms of furniture and is roughly the same size as an 8’ x 8’ storage room. The 8-foot container can hold up to 4,000 lbs. worth of contents and the outer dimensions of the storage container are 7.2’W x 7.8’H x 8.5’L and it provides 404 cubic feet of packing room.
Typically holds 2-3 rooms of furniture
About the size of a 10’ x 10’ storage room
Holds up to 6,000 lbs of contents
7.75’W x 7.5’H x 12’L 620 cubic feet
All-steel & weatherproof
Barn-style doors
1-800-PACK-RAT’s 12-foot container is typically used for local moving and storage. Each 12-foot container holds about 2-3 rooms of furniture and is roughly the same size as a 10’ x 10’ storage room. The 12-foot container can hold up to 6,000 lbs. worth of contents. The outer dimensions of the storage container are 7.75’W x 7.5’H x 12’L and it provides 620 cubic feet of packing room.
Typically holds 3-4 rooms of furniture
About the size of a 10’ x 15’ storage room
Holds up to 6,000 lbs of contents
7.75’W x 7.5’H x 16’L 830 cubic feet
All-steel & weatherproof
Barn-style doors
1-800-PACK-RAT’s 16-foot container is the most popular choice for on-site storage, local moving, and long-distance moving. Each 16-foot container holds about 3-4 rooms of furniture and is roughly the same size as a 10’ x 15’ storage room. Due to the quality of the construction, our 16-foot container can hold up to 6,000 lbs. worth of contents, which is more than most of our competitors! The outside dimensions of the storage container are roughly 7.75’W x 7.5’H x 16’L and it provides 830 cubic feet of packing room.
Our goal at 1-800-PACK-RAT is to make your storage needs as simple as possible during a home renovation project. Gone are the days of driving back and forth to a storage area multiple times to load and unload your stuff. Have the storage brought to your home and save time and money by leaving the driving to us and focus on more important stuff!
Frequently Asked Questions About Home Renovation Storage
What Should I Store Away While Renovating a House?
Renovation storage containers can be used to store just about anything, no matter which room you’re renovating or how much space you need. Below are some of the items that you can use home storage containers for:
Furniture
Electronics
Appliances
Files
Toys
Sports
Equipment
Clothes
Remember, when using temporary storage during renovation, make sure to follow the same practices you would if you were moving. This will make moving your furniture, appliances, and other stored items easier to bring back into the house. This includes labeling boxes and leaving a path in the storage container so that you can easily get to it when you need to. If you’re going to be living in your house while it’s being renovated, you may need to use items in the storage container from time to time, so make sure to put the items you’ll likely need toward the front of the container. Try to keep any valuables, heirlooms, or personal papers and documents with you in your home in a secure place if possible during the renovation.
What Size Container Do I Need for Home Renovation Storage?
We have three portable storage containers available for you to choose from, depending on the size of your home renovation project. These are the options we offer:
8-foot storage container: Ideal for small projects like single-room renovations, the 8-foot container holds about 1-2 rooms of furniture and offers 404 cubic feet of storage space.
12-foot storage container: The 12-foot storage container is our medium option that can hold about 2-3 rooms of furniture. Providing 620 cubic feet of storage space, it is ideal for projects that involve multiple rooms being renovated or a single room with lots of large furniture and/or appliances.
16-foot storage container: The largest option, this storage container holds 3-4 rooms worth of furniture, making it the perfect solution for full-home renovations. With 830 cubic feet of storage room available, you can stack boxes easily and still have plenty of space for large furniture and appliances.
16-foot Container
12-foot Container
8-foot Container
Typically holds 3-4 rooms of furniture
Typically holds 2-3 rooms of furniture
Typically holds 1-2 rooms of furniture
About the size of a 10’ x 15’ storage room
About the size of a 10’ x 10’ storage room
About the size of an 8’ x 8’ storage room
Holds up to 6,000 lbs of contents
Holds up to 6,000 lbs of contents
Holds up to 4,000 lbs of contents
830 cubic feet
620 cubic feet
404 cubic feet
You can use our storage space calculator to get the best estimate of which size home storage container you need and how many containers your renovation will require. Using the calculator can also help us give you the most accurate quote when you call. Additionally, we can pair you with professional movers to help pack all of your stuff up and load it into a storage container to maximize your storage space, prevent unnecessary damage, and save you valuable time.
How Much Space Does a Storage Container Take Up?
Each of our three portable storage containers is designed to fit in an average parking spot. This will allow you to have it set up in your driveway, next to your curb, or in a community parking spot without causing too much trouble. Just check with your township, HOA, parking authority, or other governing board to ensure it’s okay to keep your container on the premises, especially for longer periods of time. You can always store your container in one of our warehouses if needed.
How Much Does a Storage Container Cost While Remodeling?
The cost of home renovation portable storage depends on a number of factors, including:
Size of storage container: Depending on the size of your project, you’ll need a storage container that’s able to store all of your stuff without blocking walkways so that you can easily grab whatever you need from the unit during the renovation.
Number of storage containers: In some cases, you’ll only need one storage container. However, for large-scale projects and full-home renovations, you may need multiple storage containers. The more storage containers you need, the higher the price will be.
Length of storage container rental: The longer you need to use the container, the higher the cost can be. Our agents will work with you to help find you the best price possible so we can help stay within your project’s budget.
Storage container transportation: Many individuals choose to keep their storage container on-site, while others prefer to have it transported back to one of our facilities so that it’s out of the way and off the property. Transportation of the unit will add to your overall cost, however your stuff will be safely secured in our warehouse until you need it again.
To accurately address your specific needs, calling us at 1-800-722-5728 and speaking with one of our helpful moving professionals or getting a personalized quote online will go a long way in understanding your overall storage costs.
How Long Can I Keep a Portable Renovation Storage Container?
When you store your stuff with 1-800-PACK-RAT, we give you 30 days to pack at your pace, but you can always extend the time. There’s no maximum time limit for how long you can keep home remodeling portable storage containers. You can keep your remodeled storage container on-site for as long as you need, or you can have it transported to one of 1-800-PACK-RAT’s secure nationwide warehouses. 1-800-PACK-RAT gives you the freedom to pack and store your stuff at your pace.
Whether You Need Remodeling Storage for a Few Days or a Few Months, 1-800-PACK-RAT Has You Covered
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