*Selecting a Storage Space*
Self Storage is a convenient, safe, and inexpensive way to store your belongings. Ask the storage consultant to help you choose a space that fits your needs because a rental of a storage space is determined by the total size of the items being in stored. An efficiently packed small space will cost less than a larger space. If you frequently use the space, a larger space, well organized (racks and files boxes), may be more convenient.
*Storage Space Rental Agreement*
For your protection, a storage facility provides a written agreement. Read it thoroughly and ask the storage consultant to answer question. Make note to your payment date see to if the agreement covers prorated rental periods. Also find out how and when the security deposit is refunded or forfeited upon termination of the agreement. If you change you address or phone number be sure to notify the storage facility in writing.
*Insure Your Goods In Storage*
The Goods you place in storage spaces are the sole responsibility of you, the y owner. Goods are not insured by the storage facility. The storage consultant may be able to give you the names of insurers who provide low-cost insurance coverage for the goods. If the policy is not included in your storage information packet, just ask.
*Prohibited Storage Goods*
Common sense and state laws determined what you store. You alone control access to the storage space, therefore, never store lived animals, perishable, liquids, explosives, flammable liquids, and fuels, toxic materials or other items that need a controlled environment. Remember to drain fuel from gasoline engines before storage.
*Inspect Your Storage Space*
The space should be clean with a door in good working order.
*Determine The Packing Accessories you need*
Paper bubble-pack, tape, rope, drop clothes, polyurethane sheeting, furniture, covers, pallet, skids, dehumidifiers, file boxes, and storage cartons. Some or all of these items may be for sale in the rental office.
*Fill Containers To Capacity*
Partially full or bulging cartons may tip or collapse. Protect your fragile goods with packing and place them near the top of your storage space.
A Guide To Expanding Your Business Through Self Storage
*Better Business Through Self Storage*
Self Storage is a convenient safe and cost effective way for business to expand operations and maintain a competitive edge. A business tenant can increase or decrease its leased space as need dictates. Businesses of all types and size and maturity are benefiting by using self storage facilities. When businesses are faced with expansion, they often find themselves limited by lack of appropriate space, availability of land, zoning regulations, proximity to customers and access. Leasing storage space can provide easy access and convenient “office hours” with no appointment necessary. It also can help businesses expand marketshare.
*Business Storage Uses*
Almost any material and equipment utilized by a business can be stored and organized for use in a self storage facility. Some common uses of storage units include to store : office files, drop shipments, excess inventory, manufacturers samples, hospital/legal records, mobile equipment, retailers, seasonal decorations, theatrical scenery, campaign materials. Some facilities will make storage modifications to meet your specific needs. For example, security vault operations and postal boxes may be available upon request. Talk to your storage consultant.Self Storage is a convenient, safe and cost effective way for businesses to expand operations and maintain a competitive edge.
*Selecting A Storage Space*
Ask the storage consultant to help you choose a space that fits your needs because rental of a storage space is determined by total size of the items to be stored. An efficiently packed small space will cost less than a larger space. If you frequently use the space a larger space, well organized (racks and file boxes), may be more convenient. Specific modifications may be able to be made to meet your businesses needs. Many facilities are now offering climate controlled storage units, and will accept business deliveries on site
