Ball State University Student Storage

FREE Boxes. FREE Pick Up & Delivery. As Low as $12 Per Month.

PRICING

Storage for the Entire Summer at the Best Prices

MEGA BOX

$14

Services include pick up, delivery and storage

Storage Squad Mega Boxes and tape are provided FREE of charge!

SMALL

STANDARD / MEGA BOX

LARGE

EXTRA LARGE

$12
per item monthly

– Small Box
– Desk Lamp
– Ironing Board
– Mirror
– Box Fan

$14
per item monthly

MEGA BOX
– Cube Fridge
– Printer
– Microwave
– Standard Trunk

$16
per item monthly

– Snowboard
– TV <33″
– Guitar
– Headboard

– Duffle Bag

$19
per item monthly

– XL Refrigerator
– TV <43″
– Luggage
– Bicycle
– Gaming Chair

We pick up and store mattresses and other large items too!

MEGA BOX

$14
per item monthly

Services include pick up, delivery and storage

Storage Squad Mega Boxes and tape are provided FREE of charge!

SMALL

$12
per item monthly

– Small Box
– Desk Lamp
– Ironing Board
– Mirror
– Box Fan

STANDARD / MEGA BOX

$14
per item monthly

MEGA BOX
– Cube Fridge
– Printer
– Microwave
– Standard Trunk

LARGE

$16
per item monthly

– Snowboard

– TV <33″
– Guitar
– Headboard

– Duffle Bag

EXTRA LARGE

$19
per item monthly

– XL Refrigerator
– TV <43″
– Luggage
– Bicycle
– Gaming Chair

* Prices reflect average monthly cost with storage term of 4 months, one invoice after pick up

WHY STORAGE SQUAD

Let us lighten your load with our hassle-free storage solutions.
Learn why students love us!

Awesome, right? We provide our students with free boxes, free tape, and free labels.

Unlike other storage providers, we do not ask you for payment during your sign-up process. 

Moving and storing your items can be a pain and take up a lot of your time, that’s why we are here to help. Join the 8000+ students that use Storage Squad!

HOW IT WORKS

Don't let moving stress you out – let us handle it!

1

Reserve Your Date Online

2

Get Free Supplies

3

Pack Your Belongings & Relax

4

The Squad Gently & Securely Moves Your Boxes

5

Your Boxes Are Stored In A Climate Controlled Facility

6

We Deliver Your Boxes At The Start Of The Next Semester

1

Reserve Your Date Online

2

Get Free Supplies

3

Pack Your Belongings & Relax

4

The Squad Gently & Securely Moves Your Boxes

5

Your Boxes Are Stored In A Climate Controlled Facility

6

We Deliver Your Boxes At The Start Of The Next Semester

Availability Calendar

For Questions About Availability, Please Contact Customer Support

 
 
Ball State University
May

COMPARISON

CHEAPER THAN THE OTHER GUYS.
Dorm Room Movers
Storage Scholars
Empty Boxes
Free
$40
$50
Box Storage
$12
$70
$56
Mini Fridge
$14
$85
$88
Bicycle
$16
$110
$108

* Prices shown are average monthly cost and are compared to advertised pricing as of April 1, 2024

General Questions

For all FAQs, please visit our Help Center

We understand that moving is inherently stressful – our goal is to make it as simple and easy as possible! Our pricing is simple and affordable with no unfair fees.  Our team is full of friendly, outgoing, and competent people.  Simply put, we offer a great service at a great price.

Our Mega Box is approximately 24”x17”x15” – or 3.8 cubic feet.  One Mega Box can fit an entire bed set (i.e. comforter, flat and fitted sheet, and two pillows)!  A typical dorm room or small apartment requires 4-6 Mega Boxes to pack.

We provide only the MEGA BOX! Customers are free to use other boxes and/or packaging of any size, but we recommend you use our Mega Box since it is constructed for student use. You can also store free-standing items, such as lamps, bikes, microwaves, suitcases, etc.

First, you create an account through our website and submit a signup form where you’ll be able to enter your contact info, select a pickup date, and request FREE packing supplies.

 

We then deliver packing supplies at the date/time/location of your choosing.

24-72 hours before your appointment you’ll receive an email with your pickup appointment window.

On the morning of your pickup you’ll receive a text message with a link where you can track our truck throughout the day.  Our crew will contact you when they are on the way to your location and when they have arrived.  They will make sure all of your items are labeled correctly, build your invoice, load your items onto the truck, and bring them back to our secure storage facility where your items will remain until you return to campus.

To see a more detailed breakdown of the entire process please go here:  https://storagesquad.force.com/HelpCenter/s/article/how-our-service-works

We can ship pre-packaged items anywhere in the continental US via UPS ground. Items for shipping are picked up on the same schedule as our storage pickups. You can either select to have your items shipped right away or we can ship them at a later date of your choice! Select this service on your Sign Up Form at the bottom of the second page. Get more info about shipping and pricing at www.storagesquad.com/shipping/.

To see our packing supply handout schedule, pickup, delivery, and shipping dates, first Choose Your School then select the “Availability” tab to view your school’s calendar. We typically deliver boxes during the last week of classes, offer pickups during the 7-10 days prior to the last day of finals, and deliver 7-10 days prior to the first day of classes in the fall. However, we can still accommodate dates outside of our standard windows but fees may apply at certain locations.

We store your items in a secure humidity controlled storage facility near your campus. All of our warehouses are equipped with commercial grade dehumidifiers to protect against humidity and mold/mildew. We highly recommend that customers put their clothing items in a plastic bags before placing them in boxes or suitcases to protect against minor dust or dirt while in transit.

We don’t allow public access at our warehouse for security reasons.  We make storage simple by picking up and delivering your items on demand so you never have to visit a storage unit again!  If you have a special request and need something delivered from one of your stored items please reach out to our Customer Support team by email [email protected] or calling 830-200-0269

All of our warehouses are equipped with commercial grade dehumidifiers to reduce moisture. Not all of our warehouses have automated temperature controls, but each is continuously ventilated during summer months.

Pricing & Payment

All pricing is on a per-item basis, and the price of individual items depends on the size of the item. Pricing varies by school and ranges from $47 for small items (under 2 cubic feet) to $77+ for extra-large items (5-7 cubic feet). Our Signature Mega Box, which is large enough to fit a full bed set (comforter, flat and fitted sheet, and two pillows) comes in one size (3.8 cubic feet) and starts at $57 to store for the entire summer or per 4 month term. Both the empty Mega Box and tape are provided free of charge! For more specific pricing, please Choose Your School.

If you would like to get your items picked up or delivered directly from your room there may be an additional fee of $35. This charge is for your ENTIRE order, not per item. Please be sure to have all of your items packed and labeled before our crew arrives.  Remember, Main Entrance service is FREE if you bring your items outside to us!

We are the most affordable student storage company in the country. Check out the price comparison on your school’s page to see how we stack up against local competitors. We recommend you to do your own independent price comparison as well. We are able to offer these affordable prices because we are extremely efficient with our operations and pass these savings along to you!

A registration fee is charged during sign up. When our crew arrives for pickup, they will count your items, correct any mislabeled items, build your storage/shipping inventory using our Storage Squad App, and take a couple of pictures.  24-48 hours after your pickup, you’ll receive a email when your itemized invoice (including pictures) is ready to be viewed on your Storage Squad Account. From there, your card will be charged for your storage invoice. Any charges from additional services, such as shipping or special requests, will also be charged to your card. In most cases, you’ll see the charge reflected in your statement within 2-3 business days. 

To get a quote on unique items please send a photo to [email protected]. All items are priced based on size. Pictures help us to provide a more accurate quote! You can check out our standard pricing if you Choose Your School. Please remember that larger furniture items cannot be stored at some locations.

Below is the list of common additional fees to ensure items are stored properly and offset additional industry costs.  These are only applied when applicable:
$35 – In Room Service (one way)
$25 – Box Weighing Over 50 lbs
$50 – Unthawed Fridge
$75 – $350 – Special Pickup/Delivery Date
$75 – Missed Appointment

To view a full list, visit our Terms and Conditions at www.storagesquad.com/terms-and-conditions/

Check your school’s list of standard pickup and delivery dates by first Choosing Your School then selecting the “Availability” tab.

By grouping orders on the same day, we are able to keep operating costs low and pass those savings on to our customers. Please be aware, deliveries outside of standard dates are subject to a special delivery fee of $75-$350 to cover additional operating costs.

You can estimate your shipping costs at https://www.storagesquad.com/shipping/. You will need to specify the shipping destination, dimensions, and weight of each package to get an estimate.

We’ll send you an email notification letting you know a copy of your final invoice is available on our website. Your card will be charged for your storage invoice. Any charges from additional services, such as shipping or special requests, will also be charged to the card on file. If for some reason there is an issue with payment, our team will contact you to resolve and find a solution as quickly as possible.

There is a reservation fee required at the time of sign-up and packing supplies are free!

Pickup appointments must be cancelled at least 1 week prior to the scheduled date or a $75 cancellation fee will be charged. Simply send an email to [email protected] with your name, Customer ID, school, and whether you have received packing supplies.

ABOUT FREE SUPPLIES

Empty Mega Boxes and tape are handed out free of charge at convenient dates/times/locations around campus leading up to finals week and move-out.  You can see our Packing Supply Handout schedule at your school by visiting https://www.storagesquad.com/supply-handout-maps/.

Check your school’s list of Supply Handout dates/times/locations by visiting https://www.storagesquad.com/supply-handout-maps/.

If you cannot make your Packing Supply Handout you can have a friend meet us on your behalf or purchase your own boxes for storage.

Unfortunately, we are unable to do so based on time constraints. If you are worried that you cannot carry all of the empty boxes please bring a friend with you!

No worries, you do not need to request boxes from us! When signing up, simply select that you do not need boxes delivered and print labels for your items at www.storagesquad.com/labels/.

STORAGE LOGISTICS

We cannot store furniture requiring more than 1 person to move (except for mattresses and box springs).  We can take unboxed items without issue as long as they are secured for transit.  Simply put a label on the side of any unboxed item and it is ready to go. All pricing is generally based on size.  Below is a list of items which we cannot store:

-Assembled Bed Frames
-Desks
-Dressers (more than 3′ tall or wide)
-Couches/Love Seats (except in certain markets)
-Futons (except in certain markets)
-Tables (more than 3′ tall or wide)
-Recliners
-Unboxed TV’s

If you are unsure about an item, feel free to contact us and send a picture of the item in question!

Yes, there are certain fragile or dangerous items that we recommend you do not store. These items are all listed in our Terms and Conditions at www.storagesquad.com/terms-and-conditions/. Also, we cannot store the following furniture items:

-Assembled Bed Frames
-Desks
-Dressers (more than 3′ tall or wide)
-Couches/Loveseats (except in certain markets)
-Futons (except in certain markets)
-Tables (more than 3′ tall or wide)
-Recliners
-Unboxed TV’s

If you are unsure, feel free to contact us and send a picture of the item in question!

When signing up for an appointment, you will have the option to rent moving blankets for $10/blanket and purchase mattress bags for $15/bag. These supplies will be given to you at your Packing Supply Handout.

Storage Squad offers two options for pickup and delivery. The first option, Main Entrance Service, requires you to bring your items down to us outside your building and is free of charge. The second option is to have your items picked up directly from your room.

24-72 hrs before your pickup or delivery appointment you will receive an email confirming your appointment time. On the day of your pickup or delivery appointment you’ll be texted a link that allows you to track our trucks throughout the day!

For more detailed information about our process please go here:  https://storagesquad.force.com/HelpCenter/s/article/how-our-service-works 

Main Entrance Service means pickup or delivery on the side of the road closest to your building where you meet our crew. We let you know exactly when we will arrive with a text message and or phone call.

Room Service means that we pick up all of your items directly from your room!.

No. You can have a friend or roommate meet our crew by giving us their contact information on the scheduling form. We can also drop off your items for delivery without your physical presence. You will simply need to grant us permission on your scheduling form.

Yes! We can service anywhere approximately a 1 mile radius outside the center of campus free of charge! If you live in one of our major cities and live in a unique location, please send us an email to check if there are any additional fees.

You can have a friend or roommate meet our crew. You can also set up a special delivery for dates that are outside our standard dates for a fee of $150-$350.

The best option is to have a friend be available at your residence for your appointment. If that is not an option, you can set up a guaranteed, time slot for a fee or reschedule. Please email [email protected] to set this up!

You will be notified 24-72 hours before your pickup appointment of a 1-4 hour time window for you appointment.  You will also be able to track our truck on your appointment date as our crew gets closer to you!

Your entire order can be managed through you Storage Squad Account. Once you create an account you will be able schedule/edit appointments, view/pay invoices, and contact our support team! In the event that you need to change or edit appointment information when your scheduled appointment is less than 48 hours away, send an email to [email protected] and we will do our best to accommodate your needs!

 

If having your items delivered at the start of the Fall semester, the deadline for changing your delivery appointment is the first week of August. After this date, please send an email to [email protected] to make changes.

There is no fee for signing up at the last second! Simply submit a scheduling form and then follow up with an email to [email protected] to confirm we can fit you on the schedule.

There is a 60 lb weight limit on the boxes. Please make sure to disperse heavy items (books, weights, etc) among several boxes to spread out the weight. Our overweight box fee is $25.

DELIVERY LOGISTICS

24-72 hours before you scheduled delivery date we will email you a 1-4 hour time window for your delivery.  Deliveries begin at approximately 8-9 a.m. and they continue throughout the day. In some cases, you can request a guaranteed evening delivery (between 3-7pm) for a fee. Remember that you can also have a friend meet our crew or give us permission to drop the items off unattended for free.

If you aren’t sure where you will be living or when you will be arriving prior to signup that is completely fine! We do not request any delivery information on the signup form. Once your items have been picked up and invoice has been paid, you’ll be able to enter your delivery details through your Storage Squad Account. Just make sure to enter this information prior to the first week of August!

You can change your scheduled delivery appointment and location by simply logging into your Storage Squad Account. Make sure to update this before the first week of August to avoid a fee.

SHIPPING INFO

Shipping cost varies depending on item size, weight, and its destination. For an estimate of your shipping cost, please use our shipping calculator found at www.storagesquad.com/shipping/

We can ship any item that is securely packaged in a cardboard box or suitcase/luggage before being in our possession.  Items which are not properly packed for shipping or that require special protection or shipping methods cannot be shipped by us. For example, large unboxed items such as furniture, tv’s, micro-fridges, and bicycles cannot be shipped. We also cannot ship plastic bins as they are brittle and will break in transit.

We strongly recommend not shipping items such as televisions, printers, etc. Televisions are not intended to be shipped via UPS ground and will often not be covered by UPS insurance. If you ship a television or other electronic item requiring special attention, please note that you are doing so at your own risk!

All insurance claims for shipments are handled by UPS. UPS insures each package for $100 by default. If an item is damaged while being shipped by UPS, Storage Squad does not offer any coverage as this damage is out of our control. If you would like additional declared value insurance on your shipment, please let us know prior to shipping your items so that we can process this along with your shipment. Below is a detailed overview of UPS insurance policies:

 

“UPS’ liability for loss or damage is limited to US$100.00 on shipments with no declared value. If the value of your goods exceeds US$100.00, you can declare a higher value, up to US$50,000.00 per package, or US$100,000 per pallet for UPS Worldwide Express FreightSM (subject to terms and conditions) by entering the declared value in the UPS shipping system used and paying an additional charge.”

Our crew reinforces the outside of each box shipped with additional tape. However, we strongly recommend that all items are prepared and protected by the customer prior to shipment. Please pay special attention to your items contained within each box as we are unable to apply additional protection to anything inside.

DECLARED VALUE & PROTECTION

Each item you store includes $100 of free Declared Value protection, meaning, in the extremely rare event that a stored item is damaged or lost, you are automatically protected up to $100 for each affected item. Additional protection may be purchased for a cost of $5 per $100 of Declared Value protection added. The maximum protection per item is $400 and the maximum protection for all items combined is $1,000.

 

Declared Value must be allocated on a per item basis. If you decide to purchase additional Declared Value you will receive small orange Declared Value stickers from our crew at your Packing Supply Handout. The number of stickers you receive corresponds to the amount of Declared Value purchased. Each sticker equals $100 of additional Declared Value. It is the customer’s responsibility to allocate and attach these stickers to the items they would like to further protect.

There are certain items like glassware, mirrors, Ikea furniture, and others (please check our Terms and Conditions) that cannot be insured! Electronics not in their original packaging can only be reimbursed for the cost of storage.

Please note that Declared Value protection refers to the total value of a package/item, not $100 for each individual article contained within.

Each item you store, except for a few fragile items or unboxed electronics, comes with $100 of declared value protection. You can purchase additional declared value on a per item basis for $5 per $100 of additional declared value.

Please note that the $100 default declared value protection refers to the total value of a package/item and is not $100 per individual article contained within a package/item. For example, a Mega Box containing three jackets, each valued at $100, does not have a declared value insurance amount of $300 by default. Rather, it would still only be $100. The $100 amount is for the combined value of all contents of the package/item. In this instance, a customer should request an additional $200 of declared value insurance ($10 cost) on this package to cover the full value of the Mega Box in the rare event of damage or loss.

When scheduling an appointment, you can choose how many increments of $100 additional declared value protection you would like to purchase. This amount will be distributed to you at your Packing Supply Handout via Declared Value Stickers. Each sticker represents $100 of additional insurance and you will place the desired amount next to the label on each item you wish to insure. For example, if you wish to add $200 of additional declared value insurance onto one of your Mega Boxes, simply place two Declared Value Stickers next to the label. Don’t forget to remind our crew on what items you have placed insurance on when we arrive!

There are several items that cannot be insured. Glass or extremely fragile items, electronics outside of their original packaging, particleboard furniture, cash, and jewelry are a few. Please note that the $100 is per item stored, not each individual article contained with a box/bin. Please consult our Terms and Conditions to see if your items can be insured.

Yes – you can only add $400 of additional insurance to the $100 of included insurance on each item. We also have a limit of $1,000 per order. Please do not store items worth more than $400. Please note that the $100 is per item stored, not each individual article contained with a box/bin.

When scheduling an appointment, you can choose to have mattress bags and moving blankets delivered along with your other packing supplies. Moving blankets can be rented for $5/each and mattress bags can be purchased for $15/each. Please note if you do not wish to purchase a mattress bag from us you must provide one on your own as we cannot store unprotected mattresses.