{"id":5736,"date":"2020-02-29T03:57:00","date_gmt":"2020-02-29T03:57:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/extraspace.corsivalab.com\/hk\/self-storage-faq-should-i-rent-a-locker-or-a-walk-in-unit\/"},"modified":"2026-03-27T08:59:10","modified_gmt":"2026-03-27T08:59:10","slug":"self-storage-faq-should-i-rent-a-locker-or-a-walk-in-unit","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/extraspaceasia.com\/hk\/en\/self-storage-faq-should-i-rent-a-locker-or-a-walk-in-unit\/","title":{"rendered":"Self-Storage FAQ: Should I rent a locker or a walk-in unit"},"content":{"rendered":"

Thinking about renting a self-storage unit due for your growing business or upcoming home renovation? At Extra Space Asia, we know that it can be hard to decide what storage size you might need in order to store all of your home and business items.<\/p>\n

Here are 3 useful tips to help you decide whether to rent a locker or a walk-in storage unit.<\/p>\n

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    Gauge by the number of filled boxes<\/strong><\/strong><\/h2>\n

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    Prior to finding the nearest self-storage, keep track on the items you\u2019re really going to be stored in a storage facility. You can start by going through all of your items and separate them into the \u201cThrow\u201d, \u201cDonate\u201d and \u201cKeep\u201d boxes. With this process, you\u2019ll not only be decluttering your items but also know how many boxes you\u2019ll be using.<\/p>\n

    Once you know how many boxes you\u2019ll be using, this number will determine how much storage space you need. For reference, Extra Space Asia Large box is 55cm x 55cm x 55cm<\/a>. If you have less than five of these boxes, renting a Locker unit would be sufficient. One thing to note is that most storage spaces are charged by per square feet or per square metre. Therefore, all space rented should be put to good use. Otherwise, you\u2019ll be paying more for space you don\u2019t need.<\/li>\n

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    Making use of the Size Estimator function<\/a><\/h2>\n

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    Unsure about what storage sizes are available at the storage facility? Check out the size estimator function<\/a> available on most self-storage websites or simply click here<\/a><\/strong>. The size estimator<\/a> will usually show a sample illustration of each storage space ranging from the Locker units to all the various different walk-in units sizes. This would show you an estimate of what can be fitted into the storage unit, i.e. how many boxes and items, and the possible arrangement configurations.<\/p>\n

    With a size estimator, you can roughly gauge the type of storage size you might need for your items. This will help narrow down the options on whether to rent a locker unit or a walk-in storage unit.<\/li>\n

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    Visit or call the storage facility directly<\/h2>\n

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    If you\u2019re someone who prefers to see the storage unit personally in order to better understand how the storage unit looks like in the various storage sizes, visit the facility instead. Some storage companies might need advance bookings, but storage facilities like Extra Space Asia Self-Storage welcome all customers to visit our Sai Wan and Hung Hom storage facility<\/a> during operating hours from 10am to 7pm, Mondays to Saturdays. No appointments needed!<\/a><\/p>\n

    Here are some benefits to visiting the storage facility personally:<\/p>\n