With so many storage facilities for rent in this country . . . in your city . . . how do you know which is the best fit for your needs?
We will answer that question in this article by Mouser Self Storage, serving South Fort Worth, Alvarado, and Johnson County with affordable self storage in a great location. Call us at 682-800-3949 for information about pricing and availability.
Storage facilities for rent by the thousands.
There are approximately fifty-two thousand storage facilities for rent in the United States, with over 1.3 million individual storage units, total, in those storage facilities.
That figure is mind-blowing and, quite frankly, raises a great amount of confusion. If you live in a city with, say, over fifty-thousand residents, chances are you will pass by dozens of self-storage companies during your daily drive. That is a whole lot of confusion, quite frankly. How can you make a decision regarding the safety of your possessions?
Cost is not the only factor.
We understand the importance of money. We really do. Budgets are tight for homeowners and business owners. Every dollar matters, right?
The bad news is this: the only way to get an accurate list of storage prices is to call all of the storage facilities in your area. The good news is this: numbers equal competition, and competition breeds special deals. Do not be shy about asking for specials, and do not be shy about using the prices of one place to gain better prices at another place.
Having said all that, price is not the only determining factor when choosing self-storage.
The intangibles to consider.
The biggest factor, after cost, is security. How safe are your possessions in storage? What safety measures are being taken by the storage company. Probably the largest discrepancies in the storage industry occur with the levels of security. Is the property fenced? Is there video monitoring? Is there on-site management? Are there computerized access cards rather than keys? These things matter when talking about the protection of your valuables.
What do we suggest? Follow these recommendations:
- Research: Ask around and find multiple quotes.
- Pricing: Cheaper is not always better; evaluate the cost.
- Licensing and Insurance: Ensure the company is properly accredited and insured.
- Added Services: Consider additional services and their impact on cost.
- Availability: Check if the facility meets your needs.
- Gut Instinct: Trust your instincts when making a decision. Do not undervalue this suggestion. If the vibe is wrong, move on to the next facility.
The bottom line on this discussion is this: finding the best storage facilities for rent takes a lot of research and a lot of phone calls, which may seem like a hassle until you realize we are talking about the protection of your valuables. How important are your “things” to you? If the answer is very important then all of this research will be worth it in the end.
A final word about Mouser Self Storage.
Mouser Self Storage and our sister company, Blue Mound 287 Self Storage, are locally owned and operated, offering the most secure self storage solutions possible. Call us today for current pricing on car storage, RV self storage, boat storage units, small hobby shops and, of course, regular storage for your household possessions.