Where to Put Your Things During a Kitchen Remodel in New Jersey

How to clear and store dishes, appliances and pantry items during a kitchen remodel, with rented storage bins delivered to your door in Northern New Jersey.

A kitchen remodel starts with emptying the kitchen

Cabinets, countertops and floors cannot be replaced while they are full. Most kitchen remodels run several weeks, and everything from plates to pans has to live somewhere else meanwhile.

Rented storage bins are a simple answer. Rigid bins with lids keep dust off your dishes, they stack in a spare room or garage, and each bin has a QR label with a list of what is inside, so you can still find the coffee maker on day three.

What to pack and where to keep it

Dishes, glasses and cookware: pack in Standard bins with towels between layers. Do not overfill, since ceramics are heavy.
Small appliances: keep in XL bins with their cords.
Pantry food: keep a small "survival kitchen" bin with plates, cutlery, a kettle and basics. Store the rest in bins away from heat.
Cleaning products and chemicals: keep upright and away from food, and out of reach of children.

How many bins and for how long?

A typical kitchen needs 8 to 15 bins, depending on how much you own. Pick a rental length that covers your contractor's schedule. Most remodels take 4 to 8 weeks, and you can choose 1 to 8 weeks when you order. See renovation bin prices.

Remodel checklist

Confirm your start date with your contractor and book bins to arrive 3 to 5 days before.
Pack room by room and label every bin using its QR code.
Set up a temporary kitchen with the survival bin, a microwave and a table.
Keep bins in a room the crew is not working in.
When the work is done, wipe the new cabinets, unpack by bin and book your pick-up.

Frequently asked questions

How long should I rent bins for a kitchen remodel?

Ask your contractor for the schedule and add a week at each end. Most kitchens take 4 to 8 weeks.

Will dust get into the bins?

Closed lids keep out most dust. Keep bins in a room away from the work area for best results.

Do you deliver across Northern NJ?

Yes. Delivery and pick-up are free within 10 miles of Elmwood Park, NJ (07407).