Mobility and medical equipment can take up a lot of valuable space at home. Many Texas families who simply don’t have extra room at home use self-storage for wheelchairs, mobility scooters, walkers, hospital beds, lift chairs, and other medical supplies. Whether you need extra storage for medical equipment during moves, recovery periods, caregiving transitions, or home renovations, the good news is that there are excellent self-storage facilities available in Texas.
Once you’ve decided to use a storage facility, choosing the right storage unit size helps to protect your medical equipment while keeping costs manageable. Let’s take a look at which storage unit size is best for handicap equipment and how to choose the right size.
Why Texans Use Self Storage for Handicap Equipment
There are many reasons why Texans might opt to use self-storage for handicap equipment. Common reasons to seek out temporary storage include recovery from surgery or rehabilitation, downsizing, or helping aging parents transition to assisted living. Other reasons to consider storage outside your home include storing equipment during home remodeling projects or freeing up garage or spare room space. It’s also a good option for anyone concerned about protecting expensive equipment from the Texas heat and humidity. The weather in Texas can seriously damage equipment, potentially making it unusable or unsafe for its intended purpose.
Common Handicap Equipment Stored
You can store a wide range of medical and handicap equipment in our self-storage units. These are just some of the items that we see our customers store for the reasons we’ve shared above:
- Mobility Equipment
- Manual and electric wheelchairs or mobility scooters
- Walkers and rollators
- Crutches and canes
- Medical Equipment
- Hospital beds
- Lift chairs and patient lifts
- Oxygen equipment
- Medical supply boxes
Choosing the Right Storage Unit Size
Now that you can understand the reasons why you might want to store handicap equipment and the type of equipment you can put into self-storage in Texas, it’s time to think about the storage unit size you need. Below are examples of our most popular storage unit sizes and the types of equipment they are best suited for. Our team will be happy to guide you through choosing the right apartment size and suggest the best option for you based on the items you plan to store.
5×5 Storage Unit
A 5×5 storage unit is best suited for smaller items like foldable wheelchairs, walkers, canes, and small medical supplies. This unit is essentially a small closet that will help declutter your home of items that may just be getting in the way. Make sure you keep small units well-organized and tidy at all times to make it easy to access your belongings.
5×10 Storage Unit
Great for temporary storage during recovery or home renovations, a 5×10 storage unit offers you more space for larger items. This storage unit size would be a good choice for storing electric wheelchairs, mobility scooters, lift chairs, and multiple storage bins.
10×10 Storage Unit
Larger items, such as hospital beds and furniture combined with medical equipment, will need a bigger self-storage unit. In a 10×10 storage unit, you can fit multiple mobility devices, as this unit is comparable to a small bedroom in your home.
10×15 or Larger
Larger storage units, such as a 10×15 unit, would be best for long-term caregiving situations, estate transitions, or medical business overflow storage for medical businesses. You may also want to consider this larger unit size if you are a family storing multiple large items, or to share it with your parents or other family members.
Why Climate-Controlled Storage Matters in Texas
The Texas heat and humidity can damage batteries, electronics, plastics, and upholstery, potentially leaving important medical equipment unusable or dangerous. Using climate-controlled storage is often recommended for items including electric wheelchairs, mobility scooters, electronic medical devices, and upholstered lift chairs. By putting these items in climate-controlled storage, you will give them an extra layer of protection and save money on future replacements. The small upgrade cost is well worth the long-term savings and the peace of mind that comes with ensuring medical equipment is ready to use in the future. You don’t want to go into your storage unit only to find that items and equipment aren’t working because batteries or materials are dead or damaged.
Tips for Safely Storing Handicap Equipment
To protect your equipment from long-term storage, make sure you prepare the items for safe storage. Clean and dry equipment before storage, and remove batteries from equipment for long-term storage. Cover equipment to reduce dust buildup and avoid placing it directly on concrete floors. To make accessing your equipment easier in the future, keep pathways open. If you are storing smaller medical items and supplies, make sure you label them well for extra protection. The better organized you can make your storage unit from the first day you start using it, the easier it will be when you need medical supplies in a rush in the future.
Find the Right Storage Unit in TX
Amy’s Attic Self Storage offers a variety of storage unit sizes and climate-controlled options for families and businesses across Central TX. Whether you need short-term storage during recovery or long-term space for medical equipment, choosing the right unit type and size can help keep your handicap equipment protected. If you are unsure what unit size you need for your medical storage or handicap equipment, our team will be here to support you in making that choice and provide any further assistance you need when using self-storage.
Are you looking for more information about storage units in Texas? Contact us today at Amy’s Attic Self Storage to book your storage unit or discuss any questions you have about the best storage unit for your needs.
Frequently Asked Questions
What size storage unit is best for wheelchairs and mobility scooters in Texas?
Most wheelchairs, walkers, and small mobility aids fit well in a 5×5 storage unit, while electric wheelchairs and mobility scooters often require a 5×10 unit for extra space and easier access.
Larger medical equipment like hospital beds or lift chairs may need a 10×10 storage unit. At Amy’s Attic Self Storage, customers across Central Texas can choose from multiple storage unit sizes designed for both short-term and long-term medical equipment storage.
Does climate-controlled storage help protect handicap equipment from Texas heat?
Yes. Climate-controlled storage is highly recommended in Texas because extreme heat and humidity can damage batteries, electronics, upholstery, plastics, and sensitive medical equipment. Climate-controlled units help protect wheelchairs, mobility scooters, oxygen equipment, and lift chairs from temperature-related wear and moisture damage.
Can I store hospital beds and medical equipment in a self-storage unit?
Yes. Many families and caregivers use self-storage units for hospital beds, patient lifts, walkers, wheelchairs, oxygen equipment, and medical supply boxes during recovery periods, moves, renovations, or assisted living transitions. Larger units like 10×10 or 10×15 spaces are often ideal for oversized medical equipment storage.
What medical and mobility equipment can be stored in a Texas storage unit?
Texas self-storage units can typically hold manual wheelchairs, electric wheelchairs, mobility scooters, walkers, rollators, canes, hospital beds, lift chairs, oxygen machines, and boxed medical supplies. Climate-controlled storage is especially useful for protecting electronic mobility devices and sensitive medical equipment.
Is climate-controlled storage recommended for electric wheelchairs and scooters?
Absolutely. Electric wheelchairs and mobility scooters contain batteries and electronic components that can be affected by Texas heat and humidity. Climate-controlled storage helps extend the lifespan of these devices while reducing the risk of battery damage, corrosion, and overheating.
How do I safely store handicap equipment long-term in Texas?
Before storing handicap equipment long-term, clean and dry all items thoroughly, remove batteries when possible, and cover equipment to prevent dust buildup. Avoid placing medical equipment directly on concrete floors and leave pathways for easier access.
Using climate-controlled storage adds extra protection for valuable mobility and medical devices.
Where can I find affordable climate-controlled storage for medical equipment in Central Texas?
Amy’s Attic Self Storage offers affordable climate-controlled storage units for medical and handicap equipment across Central Texas, including convenient options for families, caregivers, and businesses needing secure storage solutions.
