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Self Storage

Simply put, self-storage units are compartments where you can store the stuff that won’t fit in your house, apartment or place of business. 

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What is Self Storage?

Self-storage has the advantage of being affordable and convenient, giving residential and commercial guests additional options for storing their possessions rather than relocating, selling or discarding their excess.

Most traditional self-storage facilities are single-story buildings where guests can drive right up to the door of their units. Newer facilities are often constructed in multi-story buildings, where access is gained through a common loading area. Some facilities offer a mix of both types of storage.

Whether the storage unit is an outside drive-up unit or inside a building, entry is typically restricted to tenants only by having a personalized PIN. Tenants most often access their individual units via a roll-up metal door. The guest also provides his or her own lock and the facility’s workers do not have access to the unit.

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Resources to help you

  • How Self Storage Works

    If you’ve never rented self storage before, we’re here to help.

  • Making a Reservation

    Once you’ve found the right storage unit you can lock in your price by making a free reservation.

  • Moving In

    Here’s what you need to know to make the process as smooth as possible.

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Storage Features & Amentities

Thoughtful Features

Access to our properties is electronically controlled by personalized PINs, most buildings are fenced, and our interior and exterior spaces are well-lit, all to provide additional peace of mind.

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Cleanliness

Let your storage experience begin with a clean storage unit at Store Space. We keep our stores and amenities clean, too, just for you.  

Customer Service

At Store Space, we strive to provide you with the best self-storage experience possible. Our team members understand the needs of our guests and offer compassionate support throughout the rental process. 

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Speed-e-Rent

Speed-e-Rent lets you complete your rental process online in just minutes. Sign your Rental Agreement, get Tenant Protection, even enroll in our free AutoPay service, then skip the counter and go right to your unit on move-in day — it's that quick and easy!

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Billing

  • AutoPay available
  • Major credit cards accepted
  • Pay online, in-store or by phone
  • Rent due on 1st of each month

Access

  • Computer-controlled gate access
  • Customized PIN
  • Extended daily gate hours
  • Your lock, your key

Administrative

  • Call center open late daily
  • Free no-obligation reservations
  • No security deposit required
  • Sign up for text alerts

Moving

  • Designated unloading areas
  • Large doorways
  • Spacious elevators
  • Wide driveway aisles

Self Storage FAQs

Yes, it's against state and federal laws to live in a storage unit, not to mention dangerous!

You can be in your storage unit for a short period of time, such as performing inventory for a business, unloading belongings, or even searching for a specific item, but time in your storage unit should be limited. Please check your Rental Agreement for additional details. 

Yes, storing clothes is a common use for a storage unit. For short-term storage, cardboard boxes should suffice, but for long-term storage, consider a sturdy, airtight plastic bin. 

For the most part, no. You may occasionally find one, but they are not the standard.

For your convenience, bills are due on the first of each month. Take advantage of our free AutoPay automatic billing service and never miss a payment! 

Many storage facilities offer gated outdoor parking options specifically for cars and other vehicles. Sometimes, large indoor spots can be used for car storage, but check with your local store manager and consult your Rental Agreement for details. 

What Can Self Storage Be Used For? 

Self-storage can be used by almost anyone to store almost everything. Here are some of the many reasons that our guests choose Store Space. 


Personal Storage 

Many guests choose to store a wide range of personal belongings, from seasonal clothes and decorations, to extra furniture, baby clothes and many more items that hold memories and value. Just as there are many things to store, there are also many reasons to rent a storage unit. 

Moving

Whether you’re moving across town or across the country, coordinating move-ins and move-outs can be challenging. Avoid the stress simply by moving items to a storage unit instead of racking up costly storage fees from a moving company. Then, when the commotion settles down, unload your storage unit—on your schedule.  

Decluttering

Just because you’re decluttering doesn’t mean you have to get rid of everything. It’s OK to hang onto things that hold memories, or personal value, even if you don’t want them cluttering up your home all the time. This is especially true of seasonal décor and similar items that might not “spark joy” all year round but take on special meaning near the holidays. 

Downsizing

When it’s time to move into a smaller place, don’t fret about deciding which items can stay and which items need to be recycled or thrown away. Get a storage unit for all the things you’re undecided about, so you needn’t worry about trying to replace something later. This is especially helpful if you have adult-age children who might not be in a place to take back all their stuff. 

Life events

Self-storage makes a great temporary solution to help families deal with everything from a new addition to the family to divorce, even the passing of a loved one. If it’s something that holds value, but doesn’t have a place right now, store it until you’ve got a place for it or until you can make other arrangements. 


Business Storage

Successful businesses of all types have discovered that renting storage is a cost-effective alternative to relocating for the purpose of gaining additional square footage. This holds true for professional offices, retailers, contractors, manufacturing businesses and all types of commercial ventures, to name a few. 


Inventory

A storage unit is a great place for seasonal inventory that would otherwise fill up the backroom of a brick-and-mortar shop. 

Document storage

Since many professional offices are required to keep paperwork for a fixed period of time, a storage unit can serve as an effective repository for files that would otherwise crowd office space. 

Warehousing needs

Storage units can serve as ad hoc warehouses for manufacturing businesses as they ramp up production. 

Equipment storage

Businesses focused on seasonal items, like holiday lights for example, can benefit greatly from storage. Contractors, such as landscapers and arborists, might store equipment they need only a few times a year. 

Other usage

Real estate agents and stagers store furniture in between showings. Crafters store their product rather than keeping it on the kitchen table. Collectors and resellers store larger collections until they can comb through it. Sales reps keep sample product and sales materials close at hand.  


Vehicle Storage (select locations) 

Cars, RVs, Trucks, Boats 

Many storage facilities offer onsite vehicle storage options. These are often outdoors, behind the main gate. This type of vehicle storage is often a great alternative to storing an extra car, RV, or boat in your driveway or on the street, especially in locations with nosy HOAs and strict city ordinances. Check online inventory or with the store manager to see if your local Store Space offers vehicle storage options. 



What Should You NOT Put in a Storage Unit?

Of course, not everything can be placed in a storage unit. The main ones are easy to remember since they all start with the letter “f”: 


  • Food
  • Fuel
  • Furs
  • Firearms

State and local laws may prohibit the storage of other items as well, so if you’re unsure, it’s best to check with your local store manager. 


How Big of a Storage Unit Do I Need?

How big of a storage unit you’ll need to rent largely depends on how much you plan to store. Storage units are typically grouped into small, medium and large, with many different sizes and shapes from 25 square feet top 300 square feet or larger!

As a rule of thumb, a small unit (5x10 in most cases) can often take a small piece of furniture or two, plus boxes and bins. One to two rooms of furniture and belongings can generally fit within 100 sq. ft, which equates to a 10x10 storage unit. A 10x20 storage unit can be used for a three-bedroom house!

Keep in mind that many storage units are quite tall on the inside, so effective stacking is key to getting the most into your unit. 

Storage units come in many shapes and sizes, and our storage professionals are skilled at helping you pick the right-sized storage unit. Just call your local store or contact our Care Center at 833-786-7366. 

How Much is a Storage Unit?

Storage units are a cost-effective alternative to relocation for many residential and commercial guests. There are a number of factors that can contribute to the price of a storage unit, including the size of the unit, its location, plus available amenities and features. At Store Space, we shop the competition to ensure that our rates are competitive in the marketplace and we always offer valuable move-in promotions to lower your out-of-pocket expenses. 


Ready to Rent

To rent a storage unit online, use our search feature to find the Store Space nearest you. Then, simply click on the storage unit you want. Take advantage of our free, no-obligation reservations to lock in your unit. 

To save time on move-in day, complete your rental online so you don’t have to stop at the counter. It takes just a few clicks to set up AutoPay, our free automatic billing service, so you never have to worry about missing a payment. 

You’re all set! Thank you for being a valued guest of Store Space!

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How to Winterize Your Camper: Checklist and PDF

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OK, it was an amazing camping season, but this is the time of year when everyone from first-time owners to seasoned veterans start asking how to winterize a camper.

Anyone can benefit from our free downloadable PDF checklist, which outlines the 14 most important steps to remember when winterizing your RV or camper. Then, once your camper is winterized, you can safely park it in storage until the weather warms up enough to start trekking again.

Our list covers the basics for most RVs and campers, but not all models, shapes and sizes. Your owner’s manual should have the steps outlined to follow, especially for the more complex processes around the plumbing and water supply systems.

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This RV & Camper Winterization Checklist provides the perfect outline to help you organize and carry out all the tasks for winterizing.

It’s important to keep in mind what you’re hoping to accomplish during the winterization process.

  • Prevent leaks and ruptures
  • Prevent mold, mildew and rust
  • Prevent rodent or insect infestation
  • Prevent theft

How do you Winterize an RV?

Your owner’s manual should have a complete winterization checklist specific to your model. Many manufacturers also have downloadable owner’s manuals for back models online.

In addition to the handy tips below, YouTube is a great resource to find guided winterization tips, sometimes even for your specific model.

Clean the interior

Make sure you take the time to thoroughly clean your camper’s interior. This includes washing and sanitizing all the surfaces, such as walls, tables, floors, and doors of your RV or camper. This is important because even the smallest stains or crumbs can attract insects or rodents.

Don’t forget these steps:

What do to with these items: The items that are camper-specific, such as towels, sheets and so on should be washed and completely dried before being stored in an airtight container, think bins, totes, Sterilites or Action-Packers, until you’re ready to use them. Add cedar chips or dryer sheets to keep items fresh while stored.

Pro tip: label your camper totes and store them together so you can easily find and deploy them when RV season comes around again.

Remove all food

Since you’ll be emptying and defrosting the refrigerator and freezer, it makes sense to remove all food and water from those spaces. But it’s also important to remove other food items from your camper. This includes canned items that could rupture from a freeze (such as soda cans) or dried pasta/cereal/grains that might attract animals or insects. Don’t forget about spices and other cooking supplies.

What do to with these items: Anything that has an expiration date, you should try to use as soon as possible. Non-perishables (canned tuna, pasta, beans, rice and nut butter) can be stored in your pantry until next season, or if you suddenly come to the realization you’re never going to use four cases of ramen, consider donating those to a local food drive (or needy college student). Either way, don’t keep any food in your RV while it’s in storage.

Ensure everything is dry before closing up

This is a critical step in making sure your camper stays mold- and mildew-free during storage. Mold and mildew are fungi, which can grow on a damp surface in 24 to 48 hours. They thrive in dark and damp situations, especially where there’s little air circulation—sounds a lot like a parked camper to us. Mold can leave odors, discolor fabrics, leather and paper, and destroy some items.

As an additional safeguard, moisture absorbency packets are available for purchase at many storage facilities. They are not harmful to fabrics and in addition to working great in a storage unit, can help stave off moisture issues in RVs, too.

Read more about mold and mildew in this blog from the University of Missouri.

Empty and defrost the fridge

OK, we already mentioned this one, but we’ll reiterate it. Empty, clean and defrost the refrigerator. Food spills or condensation can attract pests, mold and mildew. When you’re done defrosting, towel-dry the interior and leave the door open just in case there were any moisture or other odor-causing agents left inside.

Drain water/add antifreeze

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Drain all the water from the RV’s system, including water lines, holding tanks, hot water heaters, toilets and so on. Leaving water in the system could lead to many issues, such as busted pipes, broken faucets,  mold issues or similar problems.

Once the water system is drained, fill with RV antifreeze (a.k.a. propylene glycol, available in auto parts stores and RV shops) to prevent freezing and protect seals throughout the system.

Inspect inside and out

inspecting the inside of your RV camper before winterization

Inspect the inside and outside of the camper/RV completely to ensure everything is sealed up. That includes windows, doors and hatches. If you find any bursting or cracking seams or holes, get them professionally repaired, or at least patch and fill until you can schedule a visit to the body shop.

Remove any propane tanks

This is especially important if storing on a self-storage property or RV lot, as it poses a safety hazard and violates lease agreements.

Disconnect the battery

Disconnecting the battery will help it last longer. If you’re storing at home or in a storage facility offering power, use a trickle charger to keep the battery fresh during the off-season.

Wash the exterior – dry before covering

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Washing the exterior of your RV will serve a couple of purposes. First, it gets off dirt and other contaminants that might damage the vehicle over time, and second, it helps with your inspection.

Also, if you’re going to cover your RV (which we recommend), make sure everything is dry before putting the cover on, so as not to trap moisture that could lead to mold, mildew or even rust. As an alternative, wax the exterior of your RV, especially if you’re not planning on covering it.

Additional tips

Consider purchasing an RV cover and tire covers, especially if storing outdoors.

It’s also important to remember to lock your RV. Wheel locks are also acceptable at most storage facilities. If you’re using an RV cover, it should be locked and secured as well.

If you’re storing off your property, you need to make sure that your insurance and title/registration are up to date.

Make sure the wheels are inflated and in good shape, so they don’t go flat while the RV is stored.

RV Storage

Winterizing is only part of the process. The other consideration is storage. For some homeowners, there’s ample room on a driveway or side yard of their home to park an RV for months at a time.

For many others, though, a self-storage facility is the preferred way to go. Storage facilities often have advanced security features, rodent protection and specialized parking designated for oversized vehicles like RVs, trailers, campers and so on.

Want to learn more about the ins and outs of self-storage for RVs? Head over to our vehicle storage page or read up on camper storage tips to learn about the different types of storage available, amenities to keep your RV safe, FAQs, and additional preparation tips.

Then, use our storage location finder to locate the Store Space Self Storage nearest you. We care about Happy Campers like you!

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