Self storage facilities are typically used by people who are moving homes or storing large items as a safety measure. But there are options for people who need just a small space for seasonal items and don't have room to spare at home.
Mini storage is perfect for customers who have only a few small items to store. Mini storage dimensions range from 5x5 and 5x10 and locker sizes, because smaller things need safety and protection, too. with mini storage, customers have the option of renting a unit for as little as 1 week to over a year. Some people like to rent a mini storage space in addition to their larger units to keep things separate and accessible.
Mini storage is also very beneficial to people with fragile items that need special humidifiers and air conditioning. Antique furniture is a good example of what you might store to protect the piece from rot and mold in the long run. On the other hand some items are very fragile and need to have a special place to avoid any damage. Placing an heirloom piece of jewelry or porcelain dishes can truly benefit from the confined, individualized spaces offered by mini storage spaces. Self storage facilities can offer some degree of customization to suit the customer's needs for the various items brought to put in storage.
Mini storage is also useful for storing away seasonal sports equipment, such as golf clubs, skis, and scuba equipment, as well as gardening tools that create far too much clutter in your garage. The greatest benefit of mini storage is its flexible time schedule that allows tenants to access their belongings around the clock to constantly verify its condition.
Find a storage unit that's in the perfect size for what you need to store away safely. Mini storage offers all the protection and safety you need, freeing up space in your home so that you can enjoy it better. Look for a mini storage space near you today!
Monday, April 4, 2011
Tuesday, February 22, 2011
an article on self storage
I found this Article on Ezine about what questions to ask yourself when trying to find a storage unit. The author raises some interesting points about security, sizes and amenities. If you have a minute, pop over there and have a quick read. Self Storage Units
Friday, January 21, 2011
Security In Self Storage
Self storage is a hugely convenient service, but it can also be another thing on a list of worries when you have something valuable stored in a public facility.Multilayered security systems and steel doors are now offered by most storage companies to keep your items safe from harm.
Most storage facilities now have digital forms of security to increase efficiency. Alarm systems are an essential function in all self storage facilities.When unauthorized visitors access your storage facility, and alarm will sound. Some also feature emergency and rescue alarms, so that local police and ambulances are also alerted in the event of a security breach, fire or potential injury.
Security cameras are another means to maintain safety and security around self storage facilities. These are generally located in and around the perimeter of the storage facility.These cameras record the goings-on in and around the area while providing a live feed to TV screens in the administrative office. Security guards often are on the premise to monitor the feeds of the security cameras.
Secure self storage is generally accessed through digital access points. Digital access pads require users to punch in a specific keyword in order to access the unit. Some facilities will even place keypads in three locations: at the gate, next to the door, and along the keyhole of your unit. To further increase the level of security on the premise of the storage facility, each keypad will have a unique access code.
Additional Forms of Security in Self Storage
Digital security can be prone to malfunction and is often vulnerable because it is powered by electricity. This requires that manual forms of security, such as key-enabled locks and a smart construction design of the unit, are still necessary in keeping belongings safe in a secure self storage.
Some storage facilities employ the use of concrete walls to keep your valuables in and intruders out. In addition to electronic keypads installed in the doorway, metal doors are also fireproof and perhaps even bullet proof, providing the most protection possible against potential accidents. Some facilities that offer units with no electronic keypad access will sell pre-packaged, unopened locks to the tenant so that it can used to add an extra lock on the door without allowing anyone else to have a key to open it later on.
Many storage facilities design their buildings so that the units are in the center of the building, which is the safest area. Tenants who are willing to pay more will have the most secure spots in the building.
Most storage facilities now have digital forms of security to increase efficiency. Alarm systems are an essential function in all self storage facilities.When unauthorized visitors access your storage facility, and alarm will sound. Some also feature emergency and rescue alarms, so that local police and ambulances are also alerted in the event of a security breach, fire or potential injury.
Security cameras are another means to maintain safety and security around self storage facilities. These are generally located in and around the perimeter of the storage facility.These cameras record the goings-on in and around the area while providing a live feed to TV screens in the administrative office. Security guards often are on the premise to monitor the feeds of the security cameras.
Secure self storage is generally accessed through digital access points. Digital access pads require users to punch in a specific keyword in order to access the unit. Some facilities will even place keypads in three locations: at the gate, next to the door, and along the keyhole of your unit. To further increase the level of security on the premise of the storage facility, each keypad will have a unique access code.
Additional Forms of Security in Self Storage
Digital security can be prone to malfunction and is often vulnerable because it is powered by electricity. This requires that manual forms of security, such as key-enabled locks and a smart construction design of the unit, are still necessary in keeping belongings safe in a secure self storage.
Some storage facilities employ the use of concrete walls to keep your valuables in and intruders out. In addition to electronic keypads installed in the doorway, metal doors are also fireproof and perhaps even bullet proof, providing the most protection possible against potential accidents. Some facilities that offer units with no electronic keypad access will sell pre-packaged, unopened locks to the tenant so that it can used to add an extra lock on the door without allowing anyone else to have a key to open it later on.
Many storage facilities design their buildings so that the units are in the center of the building, which is the safest area. Tenants who are willing to pay more will have the most secure spots in the building.
The Convenient Storage Facility
Despite their great invention, self storage facilities can be quite impractical, though they are usually very convenient. From multi-level facilities without elevators to malfunctioning climate control, storage facilities may not be for everyone, but they ultimately provide a great service to those who can look past these shortcomings or find better luck at newer facilities that come with convenient amenities.
Sometimes on multilevel storage facilities, one of the biggest problems people face is being stuck on the upper floor with inconvenient access. Most locations will provide elevator access to units above ground, but for the majority of the time, people want to be able to move their objects directly from their car into the storage space. Larger items especially are not as mobile and shouldn’t experience much movement to begin with. Industrial-sized trolley carts are often provided by storage facilities to move these large appliances, but they barely make a difference when they can only carry one object at a time.
For this reason, storage facilities have started to place larger units around on the bottom level along the exterior so that cars and trucks can simply pull up to their storage space and place their items inside. If all else fails, there will usually be a small staff available on-site to give an extra hand. Though it should be a complimentary service, some places do charge for any onsite staff members who help move your things into your unit. Nevertheless, trolleys and push carts are readily at one’s disposition at most storage facilities to facilitate the smooth transference of your objects.
Climate Control Convenience
One of the greatest amenities of renting a unit at a storage facility is the climate-controlled units. Climate control is an important feature to have in a storage facility because it prevents dust, pests, and mold from infiltrating into your storage unit and all over your stored possessions. Unlike moving trucks, items in storage units do not have to be wrapped in cellophane or padded with blankets, as the objects are unlikely to shift once inside. However, this means that the objects are exposed to air in a confined space, which can lead to dust forming and unpleasant odors wafting throughout.
Climate control usually means setting the temperature of the storage unit’s interior to a cooler and less-humid level so that the objects inside are not subject to damage and dust that can arise when various items are placed in a confined space (think of museum galleries which also require climate control to preserve the artwork).
Nowadays, most storage facilities come with state-of-the-art climate control systems to adjust to the diverse items tenants bring in, which range from office supplies to home goods to, yes, even actual artwork. Above all, Storage facilities must be flexible and able to adjust to the various clients that come their way.
Sometimes on multilevel storage facilities, one of the biggest problems people face is being stuck on the upper floor with inconvenient access. Most locations will provide elevator access to units above ground, but for the majority of the time, people want to be able to move their objects directly from their car into the storage space. Larger items especially are not as mobile and shouldn’t experience much movement to begin with. Industrial-sized trolley carts are often provided by storage facilities to move these large appliances, but they barely make a difference when they can only carry one object at a time.
For this reason, storage facilities have started to place larger units around on the bottom level along the exterior so that cars and trucks can simply pull up to their storage space and place their items inside. If all else fails, there will usually be a small staff available on-site to give an extra hand. Though it should be a complimentary service, some places do charge for any onsite staff members who help move your things into your unit. Nevertheless, trolleys and push carts are readily at one’s disposition at most storage facilities to facilitate the smooth transference of your objects.
Climate Control Convenience
One of the greatest amenities of renting a unit at a storage facility is the climate-controlled units. Climate control is an important feature to have in a storage facility because it prevents dust, pests, and mold from infiltrating into your storage unit and all over your stored possessions. Unlike moving trucks, items in storage units do not have to be wrapped in cellophane or padded with blankets, as the objects are unlikely to shift once inside. However, this means that the objects are exposed to air in a confined space, which can lead to dust forming and unpleasant odors wafting throughout.
Climate control usually means setting the temperature of the storage unit’s interior to a cooler and less-humid level so that the objects inside are not subject to damage and dust that can arise when various items are placed in a confined space (think of museum galleries which also require climate control to preserve the artwork).
Nowadays, most storage facilities come with state-of-the-art climate control systems to adjust to the diverse items tenants bring in, which range from office supplies to home goods to, yes, even actual artwork. Above all, Storage facilities must be flexible and able to adjust to the various clients that come their way.
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