Liffey movers not only provide a professional moving service for our customers we also offer storage units in the New York area at affordable prices.

Numerous factors come into play when determining storage unit costs cost in NYC. They are inclusive of location, size, and ease of access. No need to worry; this post will dive into the nuts and bolts of NYC storage unit costs and features. Keep on reading!

· Location and storage unit costs

Arguably, this is the most important factor when choosing a storage unit. Rates in one of the pocket-friendliest neighbourhoods here, Parkchester, start at about $185.

In the more high-end neighbourhoods such as Manhattan, rates may go as high as $300. It’s best if you consider New York’s neighbourhoods before looking for storage space. The more expensive a particular region is, the more expensive the storage unit costs is likely to be.

You also need to consider the safety of the area, commute times and other factors for the location of your storage unit.

Our units are in Upper Manhattan and throughout Upstate New York, helping us reduce storage unit costs while maintaining accessibility.

·  Unit vs. Locker, which one do you prefer?

Most facilities offer little difference when it comes to units and lockers. However, one key difference is that lockers tend to have lower ceilings. If you don't mind a height of about four to five feet, then you might save some cash by going for lockers.

Also its important to consider the size of the items you are storing how you will fit them into place. Talk to Liffey Moving about you storage choices and the associated storage unit costs.

·Ease of Access

This is another key factor used to determine the cost of storage spaces in NYC. Most facilities charge more for ground floor spaces as compared to those stored higher up in the building. For instance, a ground floor unit may cost $90 and units on higher floors as low as $70.  If you don't mind taking an elevator up to your space, then you might save some cash.

Furthermore, facilities will charge a bit more when you can drive up to your storage unit. Ask at Liffey Moving about access to your unit.

·Storage Unit Size

Size is another important factor in determining storage unit costs in NYC. Let's look at some of the available sizes about cost.

Small

The typical size considered to be small by most facilities is about 5’ x 5’. To put this into perspective, this culminates to about 25 feet, which is the comparative size of a walk-in closet. Ideally, you should opt for these sizes if you have a few items to store. The median price for these spaces is about $40. However, location comes into play here, and in areas such as Manhattan, prices may go as high as $150.

Medium

This is ideal for a one or two-bedroom house. It can also accommodate a medium business since the size is 10’ x 10’. However, you may be forced to search for affordable rates outside the city since New York rates start at $120.

Large

Are you looking to store your entire family’s belongings? Or something as large as a car? Then, the large-sized storage unit, with dimensions ranging from 10’ x 15’ to 10’ x 30’, may suit your needs. Prices for these kinds of spaces normally start at $200 and $400, respectively.

·Unit Security

Are you storing valuable items? Then you might want to get a facility with sufficient security. Some companies offer state-of-the-art security, including surveillance cameras, guard dogs, and carded entry, albeit these come at an extra cost. However, if you lay down the facts, it’s better to opt for a storage unit with better security as this guarantees your items’ safety.

· A Final Word

From what we’ve covered so far, it's evident that you get exactly what you pay for when it comes to storage spaces. Do you want a closely guarded unit? Want an easily accessible ground floor space? Check out Liffey Moving short- and long-term rental options. With over 30 years of experience in the business, we do our best to provide our clients with the best price in NYC.

This guide is designed to help save you some time and let you know what you should look for when moving to a new place.

At Liffey Van Lines, we've pulled together some of the things to consider when you are choosing who trust with your stuff.

Alright, alright - we might be a little biased, but we've built up 45 years and thousands upon thousands of moves across the five boroughs.

We'll try and keep it brief and not blow our own trumpet too loudly...

Speak to someone - and trust your gut

When you are booking movers in New York, we find that the personal touch is really important. You don't want to feel like the Impractical Jokers are going to show up and be throwing your precious belongings to each other.

No matter what happens, discussions with movers should be a two-way conversation.

No-one responds well to being told what to do, particularly at a time that can be as stressful and time-consuming as moving house.

Make a list of the things that are on your mind. You might be concerned about the locations of the place you are moving to and from; you may have fragile objects that you want to make the company aware of beforehand.

Any movers in New York worth their salt will have a customer service line that knows the ins and outs of what moving in NYC means. But the best indicator, in our experience, is trusting your gut instinct. If the person you are speaking to is answering your questions fully and putting your mind at ease, that is a very good sign.

Oh, and Liffey Van Lines are recommended highly recommended on Google and Yelp for customer service among movers in New York.

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Find a mover that suits your budget

There is no hard and fast rule here. The fact is that movers in New York have - literally - made it their business to move people around the city.

However, that doesn't mean that you should let them dictate a price that is wildly out of budget just because they have experience under their belt.

Beware of a one-size-fits-all pricing policy that charges people the same for 10 boxes as it does 100.

Ask them if they have any hidden charges, like charging more for an apartment move that is three flights up.

Equally, checking out whether how they will handle bulky and fragile items will give you peace of mind from the outset.

Our easy plug-in will get you a quote quickly. Simply tell us where you are, where you are moving to - and when. You can find that here.

Book movers in New York as early as you can

Even during 2020 and early 2021, when the pandemic was rife, movers in New York were among the busiest they have ever been.

However, while there is no one rule on how far in advance to book, the more notice that you can give your mover, the better.

Ultimately, your move should be as stress-free as possible. If you wanted to become the stereotype of the frazzled mover in the baking summer heat, you wouldn't be reading this!

So try and speak to someone about booking as soon as your moving date is confirmed. Also, shopping around is crucial.

Our prices are competitive because we know that we stand behind our service, but let us know if there are services you do and don't need, and we can factor that in.

Why not give us a call and see what we can do?