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Packing Like a Pro: Local Tips for Maximizing Your Storage Unit in Pantego

Whether you’re moving to West Arlington, heading home from UTA for the summer, or just tired of tripping over boxes in your hallway—we’ve got your back. At Store Here in Pantego, we’ve helped thousands of renters figure out what fits, how to pack it, and how to do it without losing their minds (or their deposit).

Below are our most-requested tips, organized by unit size and storage type. No fluff—just the real advice we give our neighbors every day. We’ll help you figure it out without overselling.

What Fits: 5×10, 10×10, 10×20 (And Our 12×30)

5×10: “Student Size”

• Great for dorm gear, studio apartments, or 8–12 plastic totes
• Fits: twin or full bed (mattress stored vertically), mini fridge, desk, folding table, dresser, bins
• Pro tip: Use the fridge or laundry baskets as built-in storage space

10×10: “1-Bedroom Apartment Ready”

• Perfect for one-bedroom apartments or small homes
• Fits: queen bed set, couch, dresser, small appliances, up to 20 boxes
• Local tip: Use a shelf unit against the wall to separate “daily use” vs “long-term stuff”

10×20: “We’re Moving—Help”

• Used by families between homes, remodeling, or helping parents downsize
• Fits: 2–3 bedrooms worth of furniture, bikes, boxes, dining tables, washer/dryer
• Pro tip: Leave an aisle down the center—you’ll need it later

12×30: “Trailer, Boat, or Big Business Load”

• Enclosed, drive-up unit—perfect for gear, long loads, or indoor trailers
• Fits: small trailer, commercial shelving, contractor tools, large event supplies
• We’ve stored landscaping rigs, wedding setups, and side-hustle backstock

Student-Specific Hacks (From UTA Tenants Who’ve Been There)

• Split a 5×10 with a roommate—label everything by name, color-code if possible
• Stack smart: bins > boxes. Use T-shirts or towels as wrap for breakables
• Put books in small bins (they get heavy fast!)
• Need climate-controlled storage? Only if you’re storing electronics or textbooks long-term
• Use “shared access” packing—stuff you might need later goes in front

Need more help? Student storage made simple starts with the right questions, not more fees.

Moving to Pantego or West Arlington?

• Use color-coded tape to label boxes by room
• Pack a “day one” bin with cleaning supplies, towels, clothes, chargers, and toilet paper (yes, really)
• If you’re storing for 3+ months, elevate items with pallets or crates
• Check our local moving guide to West Arlington and Pantego for tips on neighborhoods and timing

Small Business or Side Hustle? Here’s What Works

• Add freestanding metal shelves (we’ll show you what fits)
• Store vertically: large boxes on bottom, light/small on top
• Use app-based inventory tags or QR codes for faster finding
• Include a folding table in your unit—it becomes a mobile prep station
• Ask about our month-to-month plans during your busy season

Short-Term Storage? Pack to Access Fast

• Pack “zones” by need: daily, monthly, long-term
• Label top + two sides of each box
• Use open-top bins for cables, chargers, batteries, tools
• Put the heaviest items near the door if they’ll be accessed often

Need to store over summer break or while remodeling? Our climate-controlled and drive-up units give you options based on what you’re storing—not what we’re selling.

What NOT to Do (We’ve Seen It All)

• Don’t stack above your head—falls = regrets
• Don’t store food (even “sealed” stuff attracts bugs)
• Don’t forget to label cables, bins, cords—you’ll hate yourself later
• Don’t assume your trailer fits—call us first and we’ll measure with you

Store With the People Who Pack With You

We’re not a chain. We don’t do fine print. We do honest advice, real-life experience, and help you make the most of every square foot.

Whether you’re here for two months or twelve, we’ll help you find the right size, show you how to pack it, and even give you the first move-in truck free.

Visit us at:
2020 W Pioneer Pkwy Pantego, TX 76013

Call: 817-860-8662

Reserve your storage unit in Pantego now and pack like a local who knows what they’re doing.