Using Your Self Storage Facility Safely

Posted by The Popular News Today on Friday, November 16, 2012

By Addison Overberry


Before purchasing a self storage unit, there is homework that you should do before you sign any papers. The first thing that you should look into would be the location of the facility itself. You should also look into who owns the facility and make sure that they are reliable and trustworthy. Get to know the owner/owners of the facility. Where are they from? Do they know the area well? How long have they been in business? How does one get in contact with the owner/owners if a problem arises after their regular business hours?

Next, you ought to make certain that the facility you are looking at is well-lit, gated, and equipped with security cameras and alarms. You also want to find out the facility's hours of operation. You should find out the size of the units that are offered at this facility, what sort of units the facility provides, and exactly what condition they are in. Having the wrong sized unit can be a substantial headache, especially when you are trying to squeeze everything into a unit that is too small.

What are the price differences for each unit size at the facility? How much do they cost? Is there a security deposit required? Exactly what are the month-to-month costs associated with the units? Make sure that you take taxes and possible late fees into account. Do they have insurance for their home in case some kind of mishap occurs and your belongings get destroyed?

Never work with a facility that does not have a contact number listed, is not well lit, is not in a protected area, does not have safety cameras on the premises, has damaged or dirty storage units, or costs more than the advertised price.

Always keep receipts for your deposit and any monthly repayments that you make for your storage unit. Doing this will certainly protect you in case any differences emerge between you and the facility owner. Get a copy of the business's policies as well as their terms and conditions. Always comply with the standards that the facility has. Ask the owners if they offer the locks for the units or if you have the ability to use your own locks. Always double check to make certain that you locked your possessions up securely and didn't leave the keys behind in the lock.

Attempt to get a unit that is well lit and easily available. Keep your belongings organized so they will be easy to move in and out of your storage unit. Don't leave any sort of containers open, especially ones with food products in them. Be courteous and make sure to throw away all of your garbage or anything else that you decide not to keep. Let the owner/owners know if any sort of problems develop or if you are going to be late making a payment.






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