COMMERCIAL STORAGE: PRACTICAL, CHEAP BUSINESS STORAGE SPACE
For small businesses and large companies alike, there’s no such thing as too much storage space. With documents, equipment, materials, inventory, and more, it isn’t uncommon for your business to run out of room, whether it’s an office space or a space at home. Use the information below to get an idea of all the different business self storage options available at Extra Space Storage and which ones make the most sense for your company.
BUSINESS STORAGE SERVICES
Commercial storage isn't just storage units for businesses. At Extra Space Storage, we go above and beyond to help small businesses and large operations by offering a variety of storage unit sizes, office space for rent, safe places to park company vehicles, and more!
Self Storage
Need additional space to store equipment, documents, or inventory? A standard storage unit is the solution you’re looking for. Businesses in various industries rent self storage units to get some much-needed space for an affordable monthly rate rather than expanding or relocating an office location.
Warehouse Storage
Have exceptionally large storage needs that a standard storage unit can’t handle? No worries! Many Extra Space Storage locations offer warehouse storage space with convenient loading docks to accommodate these larger storage needs.
Office Space
Need a storage unit and office space? With internet access, phone lines, and more, office spaces at Extra Space Storage offer an affordable solution to renting flex office space or office space with a workshop. This makes us an all-in-one solution for many businesses!
Vehicle Storage
Whether your employees aren't able to store their vehicles at home due to lack of space or neighborhood covenants, or you want to make sure that your company vehicles and the expensive equipment and materials inside of them are in a secure area when not in use, business vehicle storage is a great solution. With outdoor, covered, and indoor options available, there's sure to be something that will meet your needs. Learn More About Vehicle Storage.
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Affordable Storage Options for Your Business
Utilizing a self storage unit is the perfect way for businesses of all sizes and industries to free up space in their offices without expanding or relocating. Renting a cheap storage unit can be an easy, affordable way to store documents, vehicles, inventory, and equipment! Plus, in addition to storage units, some Extra Space Storage facilities offer commercial storage services, such as package delivery, office space, warehouse storage, and 24/7 gate access to units.
How To Use Self Storage For Your Business
For businesses, there’s no such thing as too much storage space. With documents, equipment, materials, inventory, and more, it isn’t uncommon to run out of room at your business, whether it’s an office space or a space at home. Take a look at some of the business self storage options available at Extra Space Storage and which ones make the most sense for your company.
Can You Run a Business Out of a Storage Unit?
Extra Space Storage is committed to offering business-friendly storage solutions. While there aren’t office units available, our storage units provide convenient, affordable space to store inventory and parts and materials, offer warehouse storage space for businesses with large storage needs, and we have business centers at select locations with office space and amenities like wi-fi available for businesses to operate from our facility.
UNIQUE ADVANTAGES OF USING SELF STORAGE FOR BUSINESS
Outside of providing much-needed space for your business, renting self storage offers unique benefits that many might not consider.
Save Money: Find Cheap Commercial Storage
Not only is a storage unit itself often cheaper than other storage options, such as a larger office space, but many businesses have found that they don't actually need office space at all when they use self storage. This combination can add up to big savings. Of course, not all businesses can operate without office space, which is why we offer office space at many of our locations.
Prime Locations: Locate Your Business Strategically
In many cases, there are multiple Extra Space Storage facilities conveniently located throughout a city. This is good if you need to strategically choose self storage locations close to your work to cut down on travel time whenever you need to grab inventory, equipment, or files. It can also benefit businesses within the home service industry, as renting commercial storage in different areas of town can cut down on transportation time and other travel-related expenses.
Flexibility: An Adjustable Business Storage Solution
You know you need space now, but it’s hard to know what will happen in the next year, let alone the next few months. Will you need more storage space? Less? Maybe your location doesn’t make sense anymore, and it would be more beneficial for you to rent a business storage unit in a different area of town. In any instance, with month-to-month rental agreements, you can make changes whenever you need to.
COMMERCIAL STORAGE FEATURES & AMENITIES TO CONSIDER
Depending on what you’re using storage for and what you’ll be storing, there are different features and amenities storage facilities offer that you may want to keep in mind.
Extended Access or 24-Hour Access
Standard access hours aren’t going to cut it for most businesses using self storage. At Extra Space Storage, extended access hours, such as 6 a.m. to 10 p.m., are widely available. 24-hour access is also an option at many of our locations. Be sure to ask the site manager for details on access hours!
Drive-Up Access
If you’ll be making frequent trips to your business storage unit to pick up and drop off equipment or inventory, you’re going to want drive-up access. This is especially true for contractors or other service industry businesses that are constantly storing heavy items.
Climate-Controlled Storage
For retail shops that store inventory like clothing and accessories or businesses storing documents, a climate-controlled storage unit is usually going to be a better option than a storage unit with drive-up access. An indoor access storage unit can keep your inventory in a temperature-controlled environment to make sure that extreme heat or cold won’t impact the integrity of your products.
Deliveries Accepted
If you plan to use self storage to store inventory or materials, being able to have items delivered to the facility is a major convenience. Many Extra Space Storage locations across the country offer this for businesses, saving you both time and effort.
Wide-Drive Aisles
If you plan to transport your own inventory to the facility, it’s important that the aisles are wide enough to accommodate your vehicle. Many of our locations can accommodate vehicles as large as 18-wheeler trucks.
Secure Storage
When storing anything essential to your business, whether it’s retail inventory or construction equipment, you need to know your items are secure. At Extra Space Storage, we place a strong emphasis on security with features ranging from electronic gate access and video surveillance to resident managers and individually-alarmed units.
BUSINESSES THAT BENEFIT FROM SELF STORAGE
Below are a few examples of small business storage solutions. Check out the types of businesses and how self storage provides the space they need to keep operating smoothly.
Home Service Businesses
Home service businesses typically require ample storage space to handle parts and materials, equipment, and even vehicles. These small businesses often rent expensive flex space or offices with a workshop, but self storage offers everything they need at a much lower price. Home service businesses that frequently use self storage include:
Contractors (general, electrical, plumbing, etc)
Lawn care businesses
Air conditioning companies
Storage Recommendations
For home service and contractor storage, storage units with drive-up access are very popular. Trucks and cargo vehicles can pull right up to the storage unit to load and unload. Auto storage is also popular for these businesses. Many home service businesses operate using multiple vehicles, and in some areas of the country, employees can't park them in front of their homes.
Brick & Mortar Retail Businesses
For retail businesses, managing inventory can be a constant struggle. Commercial retail space is expensive, and beyond just fitting inventory into the store’s space, there’s also a concern about creating a quality shopping environment that patrons will enjoy. To maintain a clean, uncluttered shopping area and effectively store and manage inventory, these businesses often rent storage units. Retail businesses that use self storage include:
Clothing boutiques
Electronics specialty stores
Office equipment companies
Storage Recommendations
For retail businesses, indoor climate-controlled storage units are often the best commercial storage solution. Climate control will help protect inventory from extreme temperatures. If the inventory isn’t temperature-sensitive, then a storage unit with drive-up access is also a good option.
E-Commerce Businesses
For many e-commerce businesses, the need for an office outside of the home has been completely eliminated by simply renting a storage unit. These small businesses can operate from home, and all inventory can be stored at a storage facility.
Storage Recommendations
E-commerce business storage needs are very similar to that of brick and mortar. Both indoor climate-controlled and outdoor drive-up access units can work. You just have to make the decision based on the inventory you have and whether or not extreme high or low temperatures could damage your products.
Realtors & Home Staging Businesses
If you’re in the business of selling houses, you know there’s a lot more that goes into it than meets the eye. Whether you’re a realtor with an abundance of promotional materials or a home staging professional with furniture to store and clutter to remove from homes on the market, self storage is a simple solution for much-needed space.
Storage Recommendations
If you’re a realtor, a drive-up storage unit will likely meet your needs. Yard signs and other promotional materials are pretty sturdy and will get used sooner than later, so there isn’t much need for climate-controlled storage. For home staging professionals, either could be used, depending on the weather in your area and what you’ll be storing. If you’re storing high-end furniture and work in an area with a climate that can be damaging to wood or upholstery, climate control is recommended. If not, a drive-up storage unit will make loading and unloading furniture and other decorative pieces much easier.
Interior Designers
Many interior designers work from home or prefer to use the office space they have as a showroom. Because of this, renting a storage unit is a great way to keep those spaces from becoming cluttered with frequent furniture orders.
Storage Recommendations
With furniture deliveries coming and going so quickly, a drive-up access storage unit is the best option.
Pharmaceutical Sales Representatives
Pharmaceutical companies have started using self storage facilities as their home base for sales representatives rather than finding office spaces. Storage units and the accompanying business solutions that many facilities offer provide everything a pharmaceutical sales rep needs. Plus, it’s a much more affordable alternative to renting office space.
Storage Recommendations
If you plan to rent a storage unit to store drug samples, marketing materials, and more, climate-controlled storage is a must. Also, finding a location that accepts deliveries will be important, which many Extra Space Storage locations do.
RENT BUSINESS STORAGE TODAY!
Give us a call today to rent storage space for your business, and be sure to ask about other available commercial storage features. Our friendly, professional staff is happy to answer any questions you have and help you find the storage solution that meets your needs.
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TIPS & RESOURCES FOR BUSINESS STORAGE
How to Choose a Storage Unit
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How to Insure Your Belongings
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What You Need to Reserve a Storage Unit
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How to Pack and Organize Your Storage Unit
Learn how to maximize space in your storage unit plus tips for keeping it organized.
Drive-Up Access
If you'll be making frequent trips to pick up parts and materials or inventory, drive-up storage might be just what you're looking for.
Indoor Storage
Many businesses prefer indoor access for the comfort it provides along with more availability of climate control for sensitive items.
Vehicle Storage
Need a safe place to store business vehicles? We have several options that perfectly fit the vehicle storage needs of your business!