When you are moving out of your current house or apartment, you can borrow a friend's pickup and attempt to make the move in several trips. However, a more practical idea is to rent a U-Haul® truck or trailer and finish the job in one—especially if you're moving some distance away. But what size rental do you need? The guide below offers advice for answering that question.

Smaller Trailers

College students moving into a dorm or singles moving into—or out of—a shared space may have only a few items. U-Haul offers smaller trailers (4' and 5' wide by 8' long) that are ideal for these circumstances. They accommodate a bed, a desk, a chair, some electronics, and a few boxes of books and clothing.

Larger Trailers

Larger trailers can handle considerably more furniture and are ideal for moves to and from efficiency apartments, small, one-bedroom units, and even multi-bedroom flats. Choose from either 5'x10' or 6'x12' sizes. Both feature secure, locking doors and the larger one can accommodate up to 2,500 lbs.

Van or Small Moving Truck

For those without a trailer hitch, a cargo van or moving truck is often a better solution. A cargo van is the cheapest and can fit the furniture from a studio, while the 15' moving truck can handle apartment moves of up to two bedrooms.

Larger Trucks

If you're moving from a house or larger apartment, you'll need more space. A 20' truck can handle up to 3 bedrooms (including living room and basement storage) while a 26' truck—U-Haul's largest size—will fit everything from a 4+ bedroom residence, including garage and basement storage.

If you're moving to a new home and need a U-Haul truck or trailer for the move, contact Downing Co, University Self-Storage in Kearney, NE. They serve clients in and around Buffalo County. In addition to trailers and moving vans, they also offer secure, well-lit, monthly storage unit rentals at an affordable price, as well as apartments for rent. Visit their website to message them online or call (308) 236-6431 to arrange a tour of the facility.