Are U-Haul PODS worth it?

Are U-Haul PODS worth it?

PODS offers a number of advantages over rental truck companies like U-Haul. The most obvious is the fact that we do all the driving, saving you rental, fuel and insurance costs, as well as the stress of driving a huge truck. Take a look at all the reasons PODS is the better choice in this side-by-side comparison.

What can fit in a U-Haul UBOX?

How Much Can You Fit in a U-Box?

• Bulky items like mattresses, dressers, and refrigerators generally fit inside U-Box moving containers without much hassle.
• With approximately 257 cubic feet of usable space, U-Box claims that each container can hold about 1½ rooms worth of furniture and boxes.

What is the average cost of a moving pod?

PODS moving costs. The cost of renting a PODS portable container for a local move is usually between $349-$549, while the cost of a long-distance move averages $999-$2,999*. This includes a month of storage, a whole lot of flexibility, and a lot less stress. Keep reading to learn more about PODS’ moving costs.

How big is a UBOX container?

Each U-Box container is 95” in length x 56” in width x 83.5” in height for a total of 257 cubic feet of space. Put more simply, each U-Box container can fit approximately a room to a room and a half of household goods.

How much can fit in a 16 ft pod?

PODS’ 16’x8′ container is our largest and most popular size for local and long-distance moves as well as storage, holding the contents for up to a 1,200 square foot space. Fits contents from a 1 to 2-bedroom apartment or small home (3 to 4 rooms).

Can a UBOX fit a queen bed?

Packing the box tightly took a little figuring out, but was really not that difficult – Here are some things we fit in one U-Box: 2 Queen Size Mattresses and 1 Bed Frame. 1 Full Size Couch. 1 Large Dresser with Full Drawers.

What should you not pack in a pod?

PODS will not be responsible for valuable items that are listed in the rental agreement and should not be put into the container. A few such items are: jewelry, furs, firearms, computer programs, antiques, collectibles, credit cards and certain other invaluable and irreplaceable items.

What should you not put in UBOX?

Motor vehicles of any type are prohibited….This includes:

• Explosives or fireworks.
• Tanks or bottles designed to contain butane or propane, containers for gas barbeque grills, torches, heaters, tools and appliances, as well as tanks and bottles certified as empty but still under pressure.
• Animals, food, liquids or plants.

Will a king size bed fit in a UBOX?

Each portable storage container has a large door for easy access and will typically accommodate an average room to a room and a half of household goods and furniture. U-Box containers rest about 6 inches off the ground to ensure that your belongings are safe and dry. A King size mattress will fit standing up.