Things To Consider In Renting A Self Storage Unit

| Thursday, June 2, 2011
By Michal Ray


Self storage rates will always correspond to the size of the space which you require. But aside from the monthly invoice you receive from your self-storage facility, there are other factors that contribute to your over-all expense. Other factors you need to consider are the location, contract terms, and quality of the storage facility.

Availing the service of a self-storage facility can be likened to acquiring a car. Aside from spending on the unit, you also have to allot money for the maintenance. In terms of self storage, you have to consider the location of the warehouse. If your place is at opposite poles with where you stored your items, then you will have significant costs trying to retrieve them regularly. You will also have to spend more time and effort to get to your storage warehouse when the storage-facility is far from your place. So in estimating self-storage costs, consider how much you will spend in trying to retrieve your items.

The terms of contract is also another factor to consider. Supposing you have chosen a nearby location and the space you chose is just the right size for your requirement, the next factor is whether or not your contract agreement is flexible or fixed.

Really low self-storage rates will allow a pro-rated rent system, which means, if at any time you desire to pull out your items, then you will only have to pay for the days you have actually used the space. You do not have to burn your money away over unused rent.

Quality is of course an important factor in searching for a self-storage facility. Is it 100% secure? Is there sufficient AC? You need to check these things first because you will incur bigger costs for damage to your items caused by theft, or from damage by elements like dust, moisture, pests which may collect in a facility that is poorly ventilated or not appropriately temperate-controlled.

So be wise in selecting a storage facility. Choose the self storage facility that offers the most economical rates while at the same time allows you to lower your expenses in maintaining your space.




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