{"id":6539,"date":"2024-01-02T15:18:30","date_gmt":"2024-01-02T23:18:30","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.priceselfstorage.com\/blog\/?p=6539"},"modified":"2025-03-21T06:03:11","modified_gmt":"2025-03-21T13:03:11","slug":"a-new-year-to-declutter-with-a-storage-unit-cleanout","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.priceselfstorage.com\/blog\/a-new-year-to-declutter-with-a-storage-unit-cleanout","title":{"rendered":"A New Year To Declutter With a Storage Unit Cleanout"},"content":{"rendered":"

Is your New Year\u2019s resolution to be more organized this year? While you might be gearing up to clear your closets, tackle your garage, and finally get on top of your guest room, don\u2019t forget about your storage unit.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Performing a <\/span>storage unit cleanout<\/span> can free up more space to add new items, which will help make your home less cluttered. <\/span>Decluttering your storage unit<\/span> is also a great way to inventory your possessions and get rid of anything you no longer have a use for.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Not sure <\/span>how to get rid of your storage unit stuff<\/span>? In this article, we\u2019ll guide you through the steps to a successful <\/span>storage unit cleanout<\/span>.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Recruit Friends and Family Members<\/span><\/h2>\n

You can probably handle a small storage unit<\/strong><\/a><\/span>\u00a0cleanout<\/span> on your own, but for <\/span>medium<\/a><\/strong>, <\/span>large<\/a><\/strong>, and <\/span>extra-large units<\/a><\/strong>, it helps to have extra hands. So call in some favors and bring along a few friends and family members to help (bonus points if they own trucks or SUVs they don\u2019t mind getting a little dirty). Usually, a promised pizza at the end of the day will go a long way toward persuading people to your cause!\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Create a Workable Space in Your Storage Unit<\/span><\/h2>\n

Before you begin <\/span>cleaning your storage unit<\/span>, you\u2019ll need space to work, including pathways that allow access to all parts of the unit. That may mean stacking or removing things to free up space. Be careful not to block the road outside your unit; it may be helpful to stack items in your vehicle if necessary.<\/span><\/p>\n

Take an Inventory of Your Possessions<\/span><\/h2>\n

If your past self was kind to you, you\u2019ll already have an inventory of all your storage unit possessions. If not, it\u2019s time to make one. Knowing what you have is a critical part of the decluttering process.<\/span><\/p>\n

Use your phone, tablet, or pen and paper to list all your possessions. Start with the large items you can see, then begin digging into your boxes. While performing your inventory, try to group like items together for easier processing (e.g., clothes, sports equipment, or books).<\/span><\/p>\n

This process can take a while, but the inventory will come in handy during future <\/span>storage unit cleanouts<\/span>.<\/span><\/p>\n

Divide and Process All Your Possessions<\/span><\/h2>\n

Now we get into the meat of the decluttering process: Once you\u2019ve created your inventory, it\u2019s time to decide what to do with every item in your storage unit.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

We suggest creating the following categories:<\/span><\/p>\n