All storage companies are
not created equal. Finding a storage company is easy. Finding
the RIGHT storage company for you will take a little time
and thought. But the effort will be well worth it.
Start with your needs
Before you start to look for a storage
company, think about why you need one.
• Are you looking for simple, short-term storage?
• Do you need flexibility and 24/7 accessibility?
• Do your goods require specific temperature or climate
control?
Make sure that you understand what you are
looking for – and then, do some practical, comparative
shopping.
Find three storage facilities near
you.
You can find storage
companies in the yellow pages, online or through word-of-mouth
referrals from friends. Select at least three that are conveniently
located to serve your needs.
Then, visit the facilities – and check them out, considering
the following:
1.
Convenience:
At each facility, check out the security, cleanliness and availability
of the space
you require.
2.
Price: When you consider
price, don’t forget to find out if the company will provide
free pick-up, a free move or free truck. Make sure that you
get a complete breakdown of all applicable charges; and make
sure that there are no “hidden” charges. These can
include: monthly deposit, lock and key charge, and electricity
usage among others.
3.
Customer Service: Good
storage involves more than square footage and decent lighting.
The best facilities will provide you with quality customer service.
It starts with how the facility personnel answer the phone,
the concern with which they greet you. It continues throughout
your business with the storage company
