During a remodel, a drive-up storage unit keeps furniture and belongings out of the dust and out of the way. Gloucester City Storage has 17 × 10 units for $199 a month and 10 × 20 units for $224, plus tax, with 24/7 access and your rate locked for 12 months.
What should I move out before the work starts?
Anything in or near the rooms being worked on. Drywall dust travels, and crews need clear floors and walls.
- Furniture, rugs and lamps from the affected rooms
- Artwork, mirrors and anything breakable
- TVs and electronics (photograph the cables before you unplug them)
- The contents of cabinets and closets that are being replaced
- Kids’ toys and outdoor gear that would otherwise end up in the way
Which size fits my project?
| Project | Start with | Monthly rent |
|---|---|---|
| Kitchen, bathroom or one or two rooms | 17 × 10 ft (170 sq ft) | $199 + tax |
| New floors throughout, a full gut or a whole-house paint job | 10 × 20 ft (200 sq ft) | $224 + tax |
Not sure? Text (215) 888-0468 with a list of rooms and we’ll suggest a size. Compare unit sizes.
Store new materials until the crew is ready
Cabinets, vanities, tile and flooring often arrive before the installers do. A drive-up unit keeps them out of your garage and driveway. Pull up, unload, and lock the door with your own lock. When install day comes, the boxes are a short drive away.
Packing tips for a remodel
- Bag the hardware. Put screws and brackets from disassembled furniture in a zip bag and tape it to the piece.
- Pad, don’t shrink-wrap, wood furniture. Furniture pads or breathable covers protect finishes without trapping moisture.
- Keep a “need it during the project” box by the door with chargers, a few dishes and the paperwork for the job.
- Stack light on heavy and keep an aisle so you can reach the back.
A storage cost that doesn’t change if the project does
Renovations slip. Materials show up late, or the crew finds a problem behind the wall. Your monthly rate is locked for 12 months, so a delay doesn’t add a rate hike to the list. Working with a contractor? We also rent to the trades. See contractor and business storage.
Written by the Gloucester City Storage team · Updated November 2026