Self-storage is a phenomenon that, starting from the USA, has taken root all over the world and presents itself as a solution to the increasing lack of space, especially in big cities.
“A rental storage facility, also known as a self-storage center, rental box, or self-storage, is a supply or place for storing furniture and other items that are not needed on a permanent basis…. The English term self-storage means something like “to store yourself”.” – Wikipedia
Self-storage is an extension of your home or apartment. And to the exact extent that you need it at the moment. Is your office too crowded? Is your home already bursting at the seams? Do you need a safe place for your collectibles? Or for your seasonal articles ?
One self-storage unit in exactly the right size and for exactly the period of time you need space is not far away in many cities. An extra room where you can store almost anything you want. Especially things that you don’t need at home right now.
In addition to the tremendous flexibility of these rentable storage spaces, the major advantage of self-storage facilities is accessibility. As a rule, uncomplicated access to the rented unit is possible around the clock, i.e. you can access your “residential extension” at any time. Just like at your home.
Advantages of self-storage storage facilities
What are the advantages of the self-storage principle compared to a “normal” storage rental? And how to choose the right one from different providers? In this article we summarize for you what you should look out for:
24/7 Access: Access around the clock
As mentioned earlier, most self-storage providers offer 24/7 access to their customers. But not all. Inform yourself therefore in any case at what times and under what circumstances you can access your warehouse. If you need or want access outside of normal business hours, find a provider that guarantees it.
Lock and key
Surely you don’t want anyone entering your home without your permission, do you? Hopefully, the same is true for your self-storage unit. To ensure that your objects remain safely stored in your storage unit, it must be ensured that the box can be locked without any doubt.
Some self-storage companies sell their customers locks with associated keys for their
storage boxes others require tenants to bring their own padlock.
At STORE ROOM we take an innovative approach and work with digital access technology. Opening and closing your storage room, is simple but secure with our smartphone app. With the app, however, you not only lock your personal self-storage unit, but also use it to open the barrier to the premises and the door to the main building. This technique also allows you to easily delegate access rights to third parties. An employee shall files from the self-storage warehouse? Your aunt wants to borrow your toboggan and get it directly from the warehouse?
With the STORE ROOM app and your smartphone, you can easily send a link to trusted people and grant them access to your STORE ROOM warehouse. Forever or even for a limited time. It could not be simpler!
Location and transport
As with real estate, there is one thing that counts for self-storage – location, location and location again.
Ideally, your self-storage facility , regardless of whether you have a car or not, is within walking distance. With a car you are more flexible, of course, but still most people would only take a longer way if they are unhappy with the nearest self-storage (or very happy with one that is further away).
Nevertheless, a car in terms of self-storage warehouse is needed mainly as a means of transportation. As soon as you want to store more than a few small boxes, a car quickly becomes indispensable. If you don’t own a car, you can certainly borrow one for a few hours via car sharing. However, as soon as more unwieldy items are to be stored and transported, it usually takes more than a normal passenger car. The best thing to do here is to ask the self-storage provider whether a rental vehicle can be provided or whether there is cooperation with moving companies.
STORE ROOM supports customers without their own car in various ways: customers who like to drive themselves can borrow a van from us by the hour or day. If you prefer to have the work done by a professional company, we will be happy to refer you to reliable partners for transport to or from STOREROOM. Selfstorage Location.
The STORE ROOM location Vienna South is conveniently located directly on the A21 at the Vösendorf freeway junction. So let’s go there.
Security
Security is a big issue with self-storage. Providers must not only ensure that unauthorized persons do not have access to tenants’ storage units, but general security must also be guaranteed.
A quality warehouse must have the following standards:
- Constant monitoring 24 hours, 7 days a week is a must,
- ideal temperature and humidity parameters for your treasures must be given,
- the risk of fire must be reduced to a minimum and
- Notification should reach you within seconds if something unusual happens (for example, if your facility is open or something similar).
Not all self-storage facilities offer the same high level of security, which is why prices in this industry vary widely.
Price
If you compare the prices of self-storage providers with each other with each other, it quickly becomes apparent that the prices vary greatly. Many factors go into the price of a self-storage unit, so the question is always what you get for your money. But it’s a common misconception that self-storage units have to be expensive.
First and foremost, the price always depends on the size of the unit. Make sure you know exactly how big you want your unit to be and what area you actually need.
In order to be able to compare prices of different providers correctly, you now also have to consider the location and the services, which you additionally get from the respective self-storage provider.
- Is the Insurance included?
- Have around the clock access to your self-storage facility ?
- How safe are the bearing units?
- How easy is it to cancel your storage unit or switch to smaller or larger storage units?
- Is the booking process long and complicated or quick and easy?
Would you like to pay more for an established name in the market or give a cheaper and innovative company your items entrust?
Think about which services you absolutely need and which are less important to you. With a clear idea of the budget you are willing to spend on your items, you will also find the right provider for you and your treasures.
Conclusion
Parting with things that are important to you is not easy. Through a self-storage warehouse you can store things that you do not need regularly but – for whatever reason – want to keep, without giving them away forever. With it you create space again in your home, office, garden or wherever you need space at the moment.
Whether you are storing items that are important to you or not, you should still always make sure they are stored well and safely. Before you decide on a storage rental, weigh your options well, compare a few providers, and then make an informed decision.
With STORE ROOM you can be sure that your things are stored in the safest place under the best conditions. Through the app you have constantly guaranteed access and can even delegate it completely flexible. The location directly at the highway south of Vienna is very convenient and the best thing is: Our selfstorages can be rented at an absolutely affordable price!
Did we mention that you are completely flexible? Not just in terms of access to your storage space. Even an upgrade or downgrade, i.e. a larger or smaller storage space, is done with just a few clicks. Simple, secure and flexible.
Your STORE ROOM Team 🤖