Declutter Before You Store

This worksheet is a quick declutter plan you can use at home. It helps you list items, then sort them into four choices: keep, store, sell, or donate.

You will not need special apps. You just answer simple questions and make a clear decision for each category. When you finish, you will know what storage you actually need. That can help you avoid renting more space than you want. If you are not sure how much space to start with, see How much storage do I need?.

StowMatch is not a mover or a warehouse. This tool is just to help you plan before you use our matching service.

Start with one room or one category. Use the same steps for each area, so you do not get stuck.

1) Make 4 piles or 4 lists: Keep, Store, Sell, Donate.
2) Use the “last use” rule. If you have not used it in about a year, it usually goes to Sell, Donate, or Store. Store is for things you truly want later.
3) Use the “need soon” check. If you need it in the next 30 days, it stays in Keep.
4) Watch volume, not just items. Group similar things. Boxes of kitchen items, seasonal clothes bins, and small tools can add up fast.

Quick tip. Set a time limit, like 15 minutes per category. Decisions get easier when you stop aiming for perfection.

When your worksheet is done, you should have a clearer target for storage. Count how many boxes and bins you plan to store. Note any large items like a mattress, dresser, or bike.

Now you are ready to match with storage options. Go to Get matched and tell us what you want to store and when. You can then compare options from different providers in your area.