How long can I store my stuff?

As long as you need. Most students store over the summer break (May–August), but we offer flexible storage windows — semester, year-long, or anything in between.

Do I need to be there for pickup?

Yes — we need someone authorized to grant the crew access to your room and confirm the inventory. If you can't be there, you can authorize a roommate or RA.

How does redelivery work?

We deliver right to your new dorm or apartment, in-room, at no extra charge during our designated delivery window which will occur around official move-in week.

Can I ship my stuff home instead of storing it?

Yes — direct shipping is one of our core services. We pack and ship anywhere in the continental U.S., with tracking and insurance included.

Packing tips

How to pack
like a pro.

Thirteen battle-tested tips from years of moving thousands of dorms.

Save these for finals week.

Everything you need to know before pickup day

Use real boxes — not garbage bags
Sturdy cardboard boxes protect your stuff way better than trash bags, and they stack cleanly in storage. Garbage bags shred, sag, and tip over.
Pack heavy items in small boxes
Books, dishes, and heavy gear go in small boxes. Light, bulky items (pillows, comforters, lamp shades) go in big boxes. Reverse it and your boxes become impossible to lift.
Label every box on the side, not the top
When boxes are stacked, you can't see the top. Always label two adjacent sides — minimum: your name, room number, and category (kitchen, books, decor).
Snap a photo of every box before sealing
Quick phone photo of the contents before you tape it. Saves you from opening every box looking for that one charger you need in August.
Wrap fragile items before packing
Wrap fragile items (mugs, picture frames, hard drives) in clothes or bubble wrap. Use t-shirts and sweaters as free padding — bonus: your clothes are also packed.
Unplug and dry out appliances early
Defrost the freezer, dry it out, and leave the door propped open overnight. Otherwise: mold over the summer.
Pack a "first day back" box
One labeled box you can find immediately on day one: sheets, a towel, phone charger, basic toiletries. You'll thank past-you.
Keep your essentials with you
Insurance covers most things, but irreplaceable items — passports, jewelry, hard drives with thesis backups — those go home with you.
Label items without a box
Bikes, lamps, anything without a box — they need a visible tag too. Same rule: your name and room number, somewhere it won't fall off.
Mind the weight limit
Keep boxes under 50 lbs. Overpacked boxes break down over time — and can mean extra fees.
Shipping a box home
Write "SHIPPING" in capital letters, circle it, and add your shipping address on the box. Let your pickup crew know it's heading out, not into storage.
Have everything ready
Boxes packed, taped, and labeled before our crew arrives means a faster pickup — and less chance something gets left behind.
Do not store food or liquids
Food spoils and draws pests over the summer, and liquids leak — shampoo, detergent, and drinks can ruin everything else in the box. Finish them, give them away, or toss them before you pack.