Storage Answers
Straight answers to the questions people ask about storage units, boat and RV parking, and moving in the Shoals.
Prices and sizes
How much does a storage unit cost in Tuscumbia, AL?At SB Storage in Tuscumbia, a 5 x 10 starts at $50.88 a month, a 10 x 10 at $55.96, a 10 x 15 at $66.14 and a 10 x 20 at $91.58. Parking for a car,...What size storage unit do I need?For one room or a closet, a 5 x 10. For a one-bedroom apartment, a 10 x 10. For a two-bedroom home, a 10 x 15. For a three-bedroom house or a car, a...What fits in a 5 x 10 storage unit?A 5 x 10 is about the size of a walk-in closet. It holds a mattress set, a dresser, a few chairs and a stack of boxes, or a dorm room's worth of...What fits in a 10 x 10 storage unit?A 10 x 10 is about half of a one-car garage. It holds the furniture from a one-bedroom apartment: a bed, a couch, a dresser, a table, a few...What fits in a 10 x 20 storage unit?A 10 x 20 is the size of a one-car garage. It holds the furniture from a three-bedroom house with major appliances and lots of boxes, or a car. At SB...Should I rent a 10 x 10 or a 10 x 15 storage unit?Rent a 10 x 10 for a one-bedroom apartment and a 10 x 15 for a two-bedroom home or anything with several large appliances. At SB Storage the...
Renting and access
Can I rent a storage unit online?Yes. At SB Storage you choose a location and a size, enter your information and pay on our secure rental site. The system creates your gate code...What do I need to rent a storage unit?You need a current driver's license or other state or federal ID and a credit card, debit card or bank account to pay with. At SB Storage we provide...Can I rent a storage unit for just one month?Yes. All rentals at SB Storage are month to month, with no long-term contract. Keep the unit as long as you need it and move out when you are done....Can I get to my storage unit 24 hours a day?Our gate is open from 6:00 AM to 11:00 PM every day. If you need to get in outside those hours, SB Storage can add 24-hour gate access to your...How do storage unit gate codes work?When you rent at SB Storage, our rental system creates a gate code for you automatically. You enter it on the keypad at the gate to get in and out,...What kind of lock should I use on a storage unit?Use a disc lock or a cylinder lock. They have little or no exposed shackle, so bolt cutters cannot get a grip. A standard padlock works, but it is...Do I need insurance for a storage unit?It is a good idea. Many homeowner's and renter's policies cover little or nothing kept away from home. SB Storage offers tenant protection plans...How do I pay my SB Storage bill?Sign in to your SB Storage account online to pay your rent, set up automatic payments, update your card and see your invoices. You can also pay by...Does SB Storage take cash or checks?No. SB Storage does not accept cash or checks. You pay by credit card, debit card or bank draft (ACH), online or over the phone, and you can set up...Can I switch to a bigger or smaller storage unit?Yes. At SB Storage you can move up or down a size at any time, as long as the size you want is open. Call us and we will set it up. If it is full, we...Is SB Storage secure?Yes. Both SB Storage locations in Tuscumbia are fenced all the way around, with a gate that only opens with a tenant's personal code. Cameras watch...
Boats, RVs and vehicles
How much is boat storage in Tuscumbia, AL?At SB Storage's Mitch Ave. location in Tuscumbia, an uncovered 10 x 20 boat space is $35.61 a month and a 10 x 30 is $45.79. A 12 x 40 for large...How much is RV and camper storage in Tuscumbia, AL?At SB Storage's Mitch Ave. location in Tuscumbia, a 12 x 40 RV space is $50.88 a month and a 10 x 30 space for travel trailers and small campers is...Can I store a car in a storage unit?Yes. At SB Storage a car fits in a 10 x 20 drive-up unit, from $91.58 a month, behind a locked roll-up door. For less, park it in an uncovered 10 x...How do I get a boat ready for storage?Top off the fuel and add stabilizer, run the engine to circulate it, then drain the water from the engine, bilge and livewells and pull the drain...How do I get an RV or camper ready for storage?Empty and flush the fresh, gray and black water tanks, and winterize the plumbing before a freeze. Clean out the fridge and leave it propped open,...
Packing and storing
What can you not keep in a storage unit?At SB Storage you cannot store gasoline, propane or anything flammable, food or anything perishable, live animals or plants, illegal items, or...How should I pack a storage unit?Put the things you will need least at the back and the things you might need soon near the door. Take furniture apart, stand mattresses and couches...How do I protect stored furniture from Alabama humidity?SB Storage units are drive-up units without climate control, so keep furniture off the concrete on pallets or plastic, cover it with breathable cloth...How do I store a mattress in a storage unit?Clean and dry the mattress, put it in a breathable mattress bag, and store it flat on a clean platform or on its side against a wall. Do not stack...
Who rents storage
Should I get a storage unit when I move?A storage unit helps when your move-out and move-in dates do not line up, when you are downsizing, or when you want a house to show well while it is...Do I need a storage unit during a home remodel?If you are redoing floors, a kitchen or more than one room, a storage unit keeps furniture out of the dust and out of the contractors' way. Most...Where can UNA students store their things over the summer?Many University of North Alabama and Northwest-Shoals Community College students rent a 5 x 10 at SB Storage in Tuscumbia, from $50.88 a month, month...Can a business or contractor rent a storage unit?Yes. Businesses and contractors in the Shoals use SB Storage for tools, materials, inventory, records and equipment. Every unit is drive-up, rentals...