Articles
30 in-depth guides on moving, storage, downsizing, and space planning — all free, all data-driven.
How Much Storage Space Do You Actually Need? A Complete 2026 Guide
A direct, data-based method for calculating exactly how much self-storage space your belongings require before you rent a unit.
Storage Unit Sizes Explained: 5x5 to 10x30 Compared
A side-by-side breakdown of every standard U.S. self-storage unit size, what each one realistically holds, and typical national-average monthly cost ranges.
The SpacU Fit Score: How Our Free Calculator Works
An inside look at how the SpacU Fit Score combines storage sizing, truck sizing, packing supplies, cost estimates, and a Move-Readiness Score into one free tool.
Moving Truck Size Guide: Cargo Van vs 10, 15, 20, 26-Foot Trucks
A cubic-footage breakdown of the five common rental truck classes so you rent the right size the first time.
How to Use the SpacU Fit Score Before Your Next Move
A practical walkthrough of using the SpacU Fit Score calculator step by step before moving day.
Studio Apartment Storage: Maximizing Every Square Foot
Space-efficient storage strategies specific to studio apartments, where every cubic foot has to earn its place.
Downsizing From a House to an Apartment: A Room-by-Room Plan
A structured, room-by-room approach to downsizing that avoids the common mistake of tackling an entire house at once.
The True Cost of a Local Move in 2026
A breakdown of what actually drives the price of a local, same-city move, beyond the advertised hourly labor rate.
Long-Distance Moving Costs: What Determines Your Price
The core variables that set the price of an interstate or long-distance move, and how to avoid the most common cost surprises.
Climate-Controlled Storage: Is It Worth the Extra Cost?
A clear breakdown of what climate-controlled storage actually protects against, and which belongings genuinely need it.
Decluttering Before a Move: The Keep-Donate-Sell-Toss Method
A simple four-category decision framework that speeds up decluttering before any move or storage rental.
Packing Supplies Checklist: Boxes, Tape, and Wrap You'll Actually Need
A quantity-based checklist for packing supplies scaled to total moving volume, rather than guesswork.
How to Pack a Moving Truck Like a Pro (Space-Efficient Loading)
The loading order and stacking principles professional movers use to fit more into less truck space.
Storage for College Students: Summer Storage Made Simple
A cost- and logistics-focused guide to short-term summer storage for students who don't want to haul everything home.
Senior Downsizing: A Compassionate Guide to Right-Sizing Your Home
A gentler, slower-paced approach to downsizing for seniors moving to a smaller home or assisted living, respecting decades of accumulated belongings.
Garage Storage Ideas That Actually Free Up Space
Practical, high-impact garage organization strategies that reclaim usable floor space rather than just rearranging clutter.
Seasonal Storage: What to Store and When
A calendar-based guide to rotating seasonal items in and out of storage throughout the year.
Moving with Kids: Space Planning for Family Moves
How family moves differ in space and logistics planning compared to single or couple moves, and how to keep kids' transitions smoother.
Small Business Storage: Inventory and Equipment Solutions
How small businesses use self-storage differently than households, with a focus on inventory, seasonal stock, and equipment.
Vehicle Storage 101: Cars, Boats, and RVs
The basics of storing vehicles, from indoor car storage to outdoor RV and boat storage lots.
Document and Record Storage: What to Keep and For How Long
A practical retention guide for personal and household paperwork, and when off-site document storage makes sense.
The Hidden Costs of Self-Storage Auctions and Late Fees
What actually happens when a storage unit payment lapses, and how to avoid the escalating fee structure most facilities use.
Renters Insurance and Storage: What's Actually Covered
A clear look at whether a standard renters or homeowners policy covers belongings kept in an off-site storage unit.
How Much Does a 10x10 Storage Unit Really Hold?
A concrete, item-by-item look at what actually fits in the most commonly rented U.S. storage unit size.
Moving Across the Country: A State-by-State Cost Comparison Overview
A high-level look at how long-distance moving costs vary by origin and destination region within the U.S.
The SpacU Fit Score Move-Readiness Checklist Explained
A closer look at each of the five items in the SpacU Fit Score's Move-Readiness checklist and why each one was chosen.
Portable Storage Containers vs Traditional Self-Storage
A comparison of delivered portable storage containers against traditional drive-to self-storage facilities.
Minimalist Living: How Much Space Do You Really Need?
A data-informed look at how much living space and storage minimalist households actually use, compared to national averages.
Apartment-to-Apartment Moves: The Space Planning Playbook
A focused guide to the most common type of U.S. move: relocating from one apartment to another.
Off-Season Moving: How to Save Money by Moving in Winter
Why moving during the traditional off-season can meaningfully lower costs, and what trade-offs come with it.