What Fits in a Big Box? Your Ultimate Guide to San Diego’s Most Convenient Storage
Moving, renovating, or just decluttering can be overwhelming, and one of the biggest questions is always, “How much can I actually fit in one Big Box?” At Big Box Storage, we’ve made it simple to visualize exactly what fits, so you can pack smarter, not harder. For extra tips, check out our blog on organizing your storage unit.
Our portable storage containers are designed to hold a significant amount—think a room to a room and a half of items—making them the perfect solution for everything from decluttering a spare bedroom to staging a home for sale. Let’s break down exactly what fits inside, so you can plan your next project with confidence.
The Big Box Breakdown: Your Space, Simplified
Each Big Box storage container measures 8 feet long x 5 feet wide x 7 feet high, giving you a total of 280 cubic feet of usable packing space. If you’re looking for household or apartment moves, our residential storage containers are the perfect fit.
To help you visualize that, here’s a look at what you can comfortably pack into a single Big Box:
A One-Bedroom Apartment or a Room and a Half
Beds: A queen or king-size mattress and box spring, disassembled bed frame, and nightstands.
Furniture: A sofa or loveseat, a large dresser or chest of drawers, and a coffee table.
Kitchen & Dining: A kitchen table with 2-4 chairs, small appliances, and multiple boxes of kitchenware.
Boxes: Up to 15-20 medium-sized moving boxes (16″ x 16″ x 16″).
A Home Office or Business Inventory
Office Furniture: A large desk, an office chair, and shelving units.
Documents: Up to 50 banker’s boxes for files.
Inventory: Seasonal merchandise, trade show displays, or other business-related materials.
Contractor’s Tools & Job Site Materials
Large Equipment: A large tool chest, ladders, and various power tools.
Building Materials: Tiles, bags of cement, and rolls of flooring.
Site Storage: An on-site container to keep your tools and materials secure and organized.
Pro Tip: Maximize your space by disassembling large furniture and using uniform boxes for easy, efficient stacking.
Overestimating Is a Good Thing!
Worried about not having enough space? At Big Box Storage, we encourage you to overestimate how many boxes you need. Here’s why it’s a no-risk strategy:
You Only Pay for What You Use: If we deliver three boxes and you only end up needing two, you’re only charged for the two you use.
Free Pickup & Refund for Empty Boxes: Just call us within the first five days of your delivery, and we will pick up any unused, empty boxes at no cost to you and provide a full refund for the unused boxes.
This flexibility is a game-changer. It means you can start with more space than you think you need without the stress of overpaying.
The Big Box Advantage: We Bring Storage to You
Choosing Big Box Storage means you get a hassle-free experience from start to finish. We deliver the storage container directly to your home or job site in San Diego. You pack it at your leisure, and once you’re ready, we pick it up and store it securely at our facility. Ready to see how much easier storage can be? Get started today by visiting BigBox.com or calling our local team to get a personalized estimate for your project. Whether you need one box or several, we’ve got you covered.
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