Should You Switch Storage Units? Read This First (2025)

Let me guess – you’re staring at your storage unit right now thinking “Why did I rent this size?” Maybe you’ve got so much empty space you could host a yoga class in there. Or maybe you’re doing that awkward shuffle where you have to pull everything out just to get to your Christmas decorations. I see this every single day at our facility.

Here’s the raw, unfiltered truth about swapping units that most storage places won’t tell you:

The Reality Check Most People Need

Before you even think about switching, ask yourself:

• Is this a temporary problem? (Like you’re between moves).
• Or are you paying for space you haven’t used in 6+ months?

I had a customer last month paying $200/month for a 10×15 who realized 60% of it was just boxes of old clothes. She downsized to a 5×10 and put the savings toward a Caribbean cruise. Priorities.

How We Actually Process Transfers? (Behind the Scenes)

When you call to ask about switching, here’s what’s really happening on our end:

1. We check if you’ve paid on time for the last 3 months (late payers sometimes get extra fees).
2. We look at what’s available RIGHT NOW (not what the website shows).
3. We calculate if you’ll owe more or get money back.

Pro Tip: Ask for “Martha” at our front desk – she’s been here 12 years and knows every trick to save you money.

The Dirty Little Secret of Storage Pricing

Here’s what no one tells you – we often have better units available than what’s advertised online. Why? Because:

• People move out last minute.
• We hold some unit sizes for regular customers.
• The website doesn’t show upcoming availability.

Just yesterday I helped a family get a climate-controlled 10×10 for the price of a regular 10×8 because I knew it was becoming available Friday.

Your Step-by-Step Move Plan (From Someone Who’s Done 1000+ of These)

1. The Pre-Move Purge (Do this first or regret it)
   • Take everything out.
   • Make three piles: Keep/Sell/Toss.
   • Be ruthless – that broken air fryer isn’t getting any younger.
2. The Actual Move Day Cheat Sheet
   • Park the truck at THIS angle (saves 20 minutes).
   • Use moving blankets NOT tarps (trust me).
   • Load heaviest items first (physics doesn’t care about your back).
3. The Paperwork Most People Mess Up
   • Get the NEW unit number in writing.
   • Verify your auto-pay is transferred.
   • Take photos of your empty old unit (CYA).

When NOT to Switch (Seriously)

I’ve talked customers OUT of transferring when:

• They were moving in 2 weeks anyway.
• It was seasonal stuff they’d need soon.
• The “better” unit was next to the dumpster (smell doesn’t wash out).

How We’re Different? (And Why Regulars Stay For Years)

At County Line Storage, we:

• Don’t charge transfer fees for customers with 6+ months tenure.
• Actually help you move (ask about our “Two Guys and a Dolly” service).
• Give honest advice – even if it means you rent a smaller unit.

Last month I saved a college student $400 by showing her how to stack her dorm stuff differently instead of upgrading. Her dad sent me a thank-you card with a Starbucks gift card. These are the moments that make this job worth it.

Your Next Steps (No Pressure)

1. Walk through your unit this weekend with a tape measure.
2. Call us and ask for real availability (mention this article).
3. Bring donuts for the staff on move day (just kidding… but it never hurts).

See you at the facility – I’m the one who actually answers the phone instead of sending you to voicemail. Ask for [Your Name] and I’ll personally make sure your switch goes smoothly.