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New Home Smell… or Drywall Dust? A Lexington Guide to Surviving the Holidays During Construction

By Nicolas Rincon

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Lexington is booming. You see it everywhere. From new communities like Saluda River Club and Barr Lake to the beautiful homes going up in Silver Creek, building that dream home in Lexington County is an exciting journey. But if you are in the middle of that build right now, you know “exciting” also means “chaotic.”

And with November here, that chaos is on a collision course with the holidays.

You have a vision for Thanksgiving dinner, maybe taking the family to a holiday show at the Icehouse Amphitheater. That vision probably does not include your living room being a staging area for boxes, light fixtures, and flooring, all covered in a fine layer of drywall dust. Your guests are on their way, and your home is still a work in progress.

So, what do you do with your good stuff?

Why Your Garage Is Not the Answer

Your first thought might be to cram everything into your new garage or a portable pod. But in South Carolina, that is a huge risk. Even in November, we get warm, humid days. That humidity can be brutal on your belongings.

Your antique wooden dining table, your leather sofa, your photos, and especially your electronics are not meant to live in an uninsulated box. That is how you get warped wood, mildew on fabrics, and fried circuits. You are building a new home; you should not have to buy new furniture to go with it.

This is where a 100% Climate-Controlled Storage facility is a life-saver. It is not just a storage unit. It is a stable, temperature-controlled environment that protects your most valuable items from the dampness, the dust, and the temperature swings.

MyPlace Self Storage in Lexington, SC offers  climate controlled storage units that protect your most valuable items.

A “Home Base” While You Build

A local storage unit acts as your personal, secure “waiting room” for your belongings. It gets them out of the way for your contractors and protects them until your home is move-in ready.

“We were building our new house in Silver Creek and the closing date kept getting pushed back,” says David R., a recent mover. “We were stuck in a small apartment with all our best furniture. We moved everything into the MyPlace facility on Old Cherokee Road. It’s right near the Fourteen Mile Creek Trail, so it was easy to get to. Knowing our stuff was safe and clean in a climate-controlled unit was a huge weight off our shoulders. We just moved things to the new house as the rooms were finished. It was perfect.”

Using a Moving Storage unit as a flexible “in-between” solution is the smartest way to manage a new build.

Do Not Forget “Santa’s” Secret Stash

This time of year, it is not just about Personal Storage for moving. It is about the holidays.

Where are you going to hide all those big Black Friday and holiday gifts in a house that is half-finished? A climate-controlled unit is the ultimate “Santa’s Workshop.” It is secure, private, and your kids will never think to look for their presents there. You can store gifts safely, along with your seasonal decorations, keeping them clean and organized until you are ready to use them.

MyPlace Self Storage in Lexington, SC on Old Cherokee Rd.

We Are Here to Help, Lexington

The holidays are stressful enough without adding a chaotic construction site to the mix. Give yourself some breathing room.

Our MyPlace Self Storage facility at 1120 Old Cherokee Road in Lexington, just a short drive from Lake Murray, is 100% climate-controlled and ready to help. We are proud to serve the Lexington community, along with our six other locations across South Carolina.

You can check out our Size Guide online to see what fits, and get your space locked in today. Let us help you get your home ready for the holidays.

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Size Guide

Small Storage Units
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5' x 5'

Equivalent to a standard walk-in closet.

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5' x 10'

Equivalent to a large shed.

Medium Storage Units
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10' x 10'

Equivalent to half of a standard garage and good for a one-bedroom apartment.

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10' x 15

Equivalent to a large bedroom and good for a small house.

Large Storage Units
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10' x 20'

Equivalent to a small garage and good for a mid-size house.

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10' x 30'

Equivalent to a large garage and good for a large house.

Vehicle Storage Units
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Covered Parking

Varying vehicle storage sizes can accommodate cars, boats, and RVs.

5' x 5'

This storage unit is small but mighty! Our 5x5, 25-square-foot spaces are about the size of a walk-in closet and great for holding household clutter, small furniture, and seasonal items.

Ideal for storing:
  • Boxes of offseason clothing and old toys
  • Small furniture or appliances
  • Seasonal decor or equipment such as garden tools and camping gear
  • Office supplies and business records and files

5' x 10'

This storage unit size is popular because it’s so versatile and functional. Our 5x10, 50-square-foot spaces are about the size of a large shed and great for holding various items from a small apartment or all the furnishings of a bedroom or office.

Ideal for storing:
  • Mattress sets, dressers, and coffee tables
  • Artwork, musical instruments, and mid-size electronics
  • Seasonal decor or equipment such as garden tools, skis, and camping gear
  • Business supplies, records, or inventory

10' x 10'

This storage unit is not too big, not too small, but just right for bulky furniture or equipment. Our 10x10, 100-square-foot spaces are about the size of half of a standard garage and can fit the contents of a one-bedroom home.

Ideal for storing:
  • Household furniture such as sofas, tables, dressers, mattress sets, and coffee or bedside tables
  • Electronics and musical instruments
  • Seasonal decor or equipment such as garden tools, bicycles, skis, and camping gear
  • Office equipment such as desks, chairs, and shelves

10' x 15'

Another popular choice, this storage unit is great for small families or households. Our 10x15, 150-square-foot spaces are about the size of a large bedroom and can fit the contents of a two-bedroom home.

Ideal for storing:
  • Bulky household furniture such as sofas, dining tables, dressers, bedroom sets, and bookcases
  • Major appliances such as washers, dryers, and refrigerators
  • Outdoor equipment such as grills, bicycles, skis, and camping gear
  • Commercial inventory and office equipment such as desks, chairs, and shelves

10' x 20'

If you’re in between moves, staging your home for selling, or planning a big remodel, this storage unit might be the one for you. Our 10x20, 200-square-foot spaces are about the size of a small garage and can fit the contents of a three- or four-bedroom home.

Ideal for storing:
  • Bulky household furniture such as sectional sofas, dining tables, mattress sets, dressers, and entertainment centers
  • Major appliances such as washers, dryers, and refrigerators
  • Large musical instruments or equipment such as pianos and TVs
  • Outdoor equipment such as lawnmowers, grills, bicycles, skis, and camping gear
  • Commercial inventory and office equipment such as desks, chairs, and shelves

10' x 30'

This storage unit is about the size of a large garage for those seeking a major space solution. Our 10x30, 300-square-foot spaces offer enough room to fit the contents of a four- or five-bedroom home.

Ideal for storing:
  • Items that aren’t easily boxed up
  • Large household furniture such as sectional sofas, entertainment centers, and mattress and dining sets
  • Major appliances such as washers, dryers, and refrigerators
  • Outdoor equipment such as lawnmowers, grills, bicycles, and canoes or small boats
  • Commercial inventory and office equipment such as desks, chairs, and shelves

Covered Parking

Parking spaces and covered vehicle storage for your car, boat, or RV can keep your ride from consuming valuable space in your garage, all while shielding it from the elements—like sunshine, rain, or hail. Some of our covered parking units even include electricity, too. Find and contact a self storage facility near you for location-specific car storage availability.

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