Moving rarely happens in one clean step. There's the gap between move out and move in, the furniture that doesn't fit until the new place is set up, the boxes packed early to get ahead of the deadline. A storage unit gives you somewhere to put things down in between instead of cramming everything into one truck and hoping it works out.
StorHouse has locations across the Lehigh Valley, including Allentown, Bethlehem, Easton, Macungie, Quakertown, and Reading, so wherever you're relocating to or from, there's likely a facility close to both ends of the move. If you need temperature regulated storage while moving, explore our Climate Controlled Storage options.
What to Store During a Move
Furniture that doesn't fit your new layout yet, seasonal items you don't need right away, boxes packed ahead of time to spread the work out, and anything you're still sorting through before deciding what stays and what goes. None of this needs to travel with you on move day itself. It can go straight into a unit and wait until you're ready for it.
Because leases are month to month, you're not locked into a long term commitment for what's usually a short term need. Rent for the weeks the move actually takes, then close the unit out.
If you're storing valuable furniture, electronics, or important documents, our Climate Controlled Storage units provide additional protection from temperature changes.
Moving Locally vs. Moving Long Distance
A local move, across town or between neighborhoods in the same city, usually means a short storage window, sometimes just a few weeks of overlap between closing dates or while a new place gets cleaned and painted. A long distance move often means a longer gap, especially if the new home isn't move in ready right when the old one has to be vacated, or if belongings are arriving in stages.
Either way, storing locally near your current home, rather than shipping everything to a new city before you're ready to receive it, usually saves money and hassle. Items stay close by until the new place can actually take them.
If you're relocating across the region, you can browse all StorHouse Locations to find the facility closest to your current or new address.
Timing Storage Around Move In and Move Out Dates
The trickiest part of most moves isn't the packing. It's the calendar. Lease end dates and new lease start dates rarely line up perfectly, and closings on home purchases can shift by days or weeks. A storage unit removes the pressure of needing both dates to match exactly. Move out on schedule, store what doesn't fit yet, and move into the new place whenever it's actually ready.
This is especially useful for anyone selling a home while still living in it. Furniture can move into storage in stages as rooms are staged for showings, rather than needing to disappear all at once.
Business Relocations
Offices and shops moving locations face a version of the same problem, just at a larger scale. Inventory, files, furniture, and equipment all need somewhere to go while a new space is being built out or a lease transition is underway. Our Commercial Storage options at select StorHouse locations can bridge that gap without disrupting operations, letting a business keep what it needs accessible while the rest waits nearby.
Businesses that need temperature regulated storage during a relocation can also explore our Climate Controlled Storage options.
Packing Tips for Moving Into Storage
A little planning at the storage end makes the eventual move out much easier.
Pack Heavy Items First
Load heavier, sturdier items first and toward the back of the unit.
Keep Everyday Items Accessible
Keep frequently needed boxes near the front and clearly labeled, especially if you'll need access before your move is complete.
Leave a Walkway
Leave a walkway down the middle of the unit if you expect to access belongings before everything is moved into your new home.
Disassemble Large Furniture
Furniture that can be broken down, including bed frames and tables, takes up meaningfully less space when disassembled.
If you're unsure how much space you'll need, our Storage Unit Size Guide can help you choose the right unit before you reserve.
Choosing the Right Unit Size for a Move
Moving storage tends to hold more volume than people expect, since it's often an entire household's overflow rather than a curated selection of items. It's usually worth sizing up rather than packing a unit to the ceiling. It's easier to load, easier to find things later, and the cost difference for a few weeks or months is typically small.
Our Storage Unit Size Guide videos walk through what fits in each unit size before you commit to one.
Storage at StorHouse During Your Move
Month to month billing, online reservations, and no long term lease mean you're only paying for the storage your move actually requires, not a minimum term you don't need. Find the location closest to either end of your move, reserve online, and start moving items in as soon as your boxes are ready.
Ready to get started? Browse all StorHouse Locations, reserve your unit online, and make your move a little easier with flexible storage that's there when you need it.