What is Self Storage?

Self-storage (sometimes called mini-storage or self-service storage) is an economical alternative to the traditional moving and storage warehouse option. In the traditional moving and storage experience, a moving company will come out to your residence or office, pack up your belongings and then take them to their warehouse to store them in a wooden crate(sometimes 3 to 4 high). Access to your goods is very limited and the cost to have someone pack and move your belongings can be very expensive.

Tenants store many different type of items in self-storage facilities. This may include furniture, clothes, books, office equipment, office files, or retail goods. Some tenants may come to the facility everyday to pick up or deliver something to their unit. Other tenants may need to store their property and then be gone from the area for some extended time-maybe a year or more depending on their job or circumstances. If a problem develops during the tenants absence, the operator of the self-storage facility may only learn or know about it if the tenant calls it to the operators attention. The problem may include a leak in the roof, rodents (if another tenant stored food in a unit), a break-in or theft, or a door not working properly. The Owner/Operator will typically take care of any problem that arises as soon as possible upon being aware of a it since their reputation, and therefore livelihood, depends on the customer's good experience. But, as stated before, the operator is not legally responsible for any personal property stored in a self-storage facility. That is why a typical rental agreement will not recommend storing highly valuable or sentimental items in a self-storage unit. In these cases, a self-storage facility may not be right for you. In all cases, if you rent a self-storage unit from any company-large or small, it is highly recommended that you insure you personal property.

Storing excessive items that you don’t really need is the best possible solution you can apply. Storage companies offer ideal ways of storing and keeping your belongings in good condition.

They usually have a computerized gate system in a well lit and fenced facility with security cameras, so even your most valuable properties and investments can be kept in our self-storage facility. Some provide 24-hour access you can have regular access to anytime you need something from your stored items.