Finding the right size is a five-minute job. Measure correctly, add a little room to maneuver, and you get the right fit at the right price.
Open storage is sold by length, so a good measurement saves you money and headaches. Here is how to get it right.
Quick answer
Measure your RV bumper to bumper including any racks or overhangs, and measure a boat by its full length on the trailer including the tongue and motor, then add a few feet for easy maneuvering. Facilities price by these length tiers, so an accurate measurement gets you the right fit and price.
Why length drives fit and price
The right measurement matters twice: it makes sure your rig fits comfortably, and it makes sure you are not paying for space you do not need. A few minutes with a tape measure settles both.
How to measure
Measure an RV correctly
Measure the true footprint from bumper to bumper, and include bike racks, ladders, spare tires, and any overhang. The brochure length often understates what the rig actually occupies in a space.
Measure a boat on its trailer
For a boat, measure the entire length as it sits on the trailer, from the tip of the tongue to the outboard or swim platform at the stern. That full number is what needs to fit.
Leave room to maneuver
Add a few feet beyond your measured length. A little extra makes backing in and pulling out easy, protects your rig from tight corners, and saves you stress on every visit.
Open or covered for your size
Once you know your length, choose open storage for value and easy access, or covered for added weather protection. Either way, the right tier keeps the price fair.
Your measuring checklist
- RV measured bumper to bumper, including racks and overhangs
- Boat measured on the trailer, including tongue and motor
- A few feet added for easy maneuvering
- Open or covered decided for how you use the rig
Not sure? We will help you pick
If you are between sizes or not certain how your rig measures up, just ask. With on-site management, we can talk through your length and use and point you to the space that fits without overpaying.
Why owners store with Breakwater
Breakwater Storage has matched rigs to the right space in Birch Bay since 2005, with gated, secure access, easy room to maneuver, on-site management, competitive rates, and a hassle-free month-to-month contract.
What to tell us when you call
- Your measured overall length (boats including the trailer)
- The type of rig (RV, boat, trailer, or vehicle)
- Whether you want open or covered storage
Find the right fit
Call or message us and we will help you choose the right size. Storage at Breakwater is month to month, with no long lock-in.
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