Space Estimators
There is no "exact" scientific formula to create when trying to figure how much space you will require for your move. But, in the combined 75 years of household moving services provided by SelfMoves USA and our affiliates - we have developed several charts to help you estimate how many linear feet you will need to make your move a successful and stress free experience.
All trailers provided by SelfMoves USA's carriers are 28 feet in length and are approximately 8' wide and 9' high. The width and height of the trailers are generally larger than those of rental trucks; therefore, you would use less linear feet of space on a trailer than you would on the rental truck.
House/Rooms Conversion Chart
| # of Rooms to be moved | (=) | Approx. Linear Feet on Trailer | (=) | Approx. Cubic Feet of Loading Space |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Room | = | 4' - 5' | = | 288 - 360 |
| 2 Rooms | = | 6' | = | 432 |
| 3 Rooms | = | 9' | = | 648 |
| 4 Rooms | = | 12' | = | 864 |
| 5 Rooms | = | 15' | = | 1,080 |
| 6 Rooms | = | 18' | = | 1,296 |
| 7 Rooms | = | 21' | = | 1,512 |
| 8+ Rooms | = | 28' - 53' * | = | 2,016 - 4,000 |
| * If you have 8 or more rooms, we recommend that you contact our SelfMoves Sales Representative at 1-888-530-5899 and discuss your options. |
Rental Truck Conversion Chart
| Rental Truck Size | (=) | Cubic Feet of Space in Rental Truck | (=) | Approx. Amt. of Linear Feet on Trailer |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4'x8' trailer | = | 142 cu ft | = | 3' |
| 10 foot truck | = | 368 cu ft | = | 5' |
| 14 foot truck | = | 660 cu ft | = | 9' - 10' |
| 17 foot truck | = | 849 cu ft | = | 11' - 12' |
| 20 foot truck | = | 1200 cu ft | = | 17' - 18' |
| 24 foot truck | = | 1307 cu ft | = | 19' - 20' |
| 26 foot truck | = | 1538 cu ft | = | 21' - 22' |
| * If you would not be able to fit your shipment into a 26' Super Rental Truck, we recommend that you contact our SelfMoves USA Sales Representative at 1-888-530-5899 and discuss your options. |
| *PLEASE NOTE: The above figures are for your estimation purposes only. You final SelfMoves USA bill will be based on the actual amount of space that your shipment uses on the trailer. |
