FAQ | Zip Cubes

About ordering and payment:

How do I order a ZipCube?
You can order online, or call us at 415-982-1508

How do I pay for the ZipCube?
You can pay by credit card, debit card, check or money order

When is rent due?
Rent is due on the 1st of the month

Are there minimums?
We have a one month minimum on storage rental; however, you do not need to be in storage for a full month. Special rates are offered for 6 months or longer, our most economical option.

Do you pro-rate?
Yes, we pro-rate your first month in storage

Do you charge for delivery?
Yes. Delivery charges vary depending on the locations where you want to load or unload your ZipCube. You are always welcome to move-in or out of storage at our local storage facility, which is free.

Do I need to know how long I will be in storage?
No, you can keep your items in storage for as long as you want. When you are ready to move out of storage, just give us a call to set up a re-delivery or an access at our storage facility.

About loading the ZipCube:

Where is my ZipCube stored?
At our San Leandro storage facility.

How big is a ZipCube?
5ft wide x 8ft long x 7ft tall, offering 280 cubed feet of space.

What fits into a ZipCube?
About 1 – 1 ½ rooms worth or residential items, or 2,000lbs. Please refer to our interactive space estimator or cube chart.

Do I need to purchase a city parking permit or reserve space in front of my home or office?
No, the ZipCube will not be dropped and left for several days. We bring the cubes to you when you want to spend some time loading, and then they go into a secure storage storage facility that same day.

What if I need help loading my ZipCube?
We have a partnership with several local licensed movers based to provide assistance to our customers during cube loading. When you call to make an appointment for a cube loading window, our moving and storage specialist can provide you with all the details. Special pricing for ZipCubes customer is available.

For when should I schedule my cube delivery?
Schedule your cube loading for a time when you are staged and everything is packed, and you want to spend some time moving the items into your ZipCube.

About Storage and Access:

How do I access my ZipCube?
Since we store the ZipCubes in a storage facility that the public can’t access, we ask for 48hr advance notice, so that we can put the cube into the access area of our storage facility. Once in the access area, you can drive right up to the ZipCube to access your cube. This access is free. As an alternative, we can also bring your ZipCube out to you for an “onsite access”. Fees vary depending on location.

Can you re-deliver my ZipCube to another state?
Yes, we can arrange delivery of your cube to many areas in the country. Please contact us online, or call us at 415-982-1508 for pricing and details.

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Cube Count	Total Cube Size	What Cube(s) Will Hold
1	5′ x 8′ x 6.5′ = 260 total cubic feet (1.52m x 2.44m x 1.98m = 7.34 cubic meters)	One cube can hold 1-1.5 rooms of furniture, 40-50 medium sized boxes, or 245 standard file boxes.
2	5′ x 8′ x 6.5′ x 2 = 520 total cubic feet (1.52m x 2.44m x 1.98m x 2 = 14.68 cubic meters)	Two cubes can hold 2-3 rooms of furniture, 80-100 medium sized boxes, or 490 standard file boxes.
3	5′ x 8′ x 6.5′ x 3 = 780 total cubic feet (1.52m x 2.44m x 1.98m x 3 = 22.02 cubic meters)	Three cubes can hold 3-4.5 rooms of furniture, 120-150 medium sized boxes, or 735 standard file boxes.
4	5′ x 8′ x 6.5′ x 4 = 1,040 total cubic feet (1.52m x 2.44m x 1.98m x 4 = 29.36 cubic meters)	Four cubes can hold 4-6 rooms of furniture, 160-200 medium sized boxes, or 980 standard file boxes.
5	5′ x 8′ x 6.5′ x 5 = 1,300 total cubic feet (1.52m x 2.44m x 1.98m x 5 = 36.70 cubic meters)	Five cubes can hold 5-7 rooms of furniture, 200-250 medium sized boxes, or 1225 standard file boxes.
6	5′ x 8′ x 6.5′ x 6 = 1,560 total cubic feet (1.52m x 2.44m x 1.98m x 6 = 44.04 cubic meters)	Six cubes can hold 6-9 rooms of furniture, 240-300 medium sized boxes, or 1470 standard file boxes.