Sizes and typical costs of self storages

Sizes and typical costs of self storages

When you are looking for a self storage facility then you'll first have to consider what of space and security that you require to keep your possessions safe. Security measures usually vary according to the policy of the facility, location and cost that it is charging. There are quite a number of things that you have to consider, the following tips might help you to find the ideal storage facility:

1.      Basically any storage facility offers three types to storage, namely:

i.     Outdoor storage- Outdoor storage is not appropriate for items that can be damaged easily with exposure to bad weather and humidity extremes. It is favorable for items that are heavy duty and won’t get affected by climatic changes. This type of storage is usually quite cheap.

ii.   Indoor storage- You can rent indoor storage unit for your possessions that require more security. Most indoor storage units are built with solid wire net ceilings which allow air passage and also usually have a water sprinkler system installed in case of fire. These types of units usually charge a more price as they offer better security.

iii. Vehicle storage- The third kind of self storage is vehicle storage. Some storage facilities offer separate indoor vehicle storage space for even the largest motor vehicles and also supply a protective covering for your vehicle.

2.      The price of your self-storage unit usually depends on a number of factors like the degree of security that you want, space that your item will take, demand for self units in your area and whether or not your unit is properly insured.

3.      If you want extra security you can always take an additional insurance. Many facilities offer CCTV cameras for security. What type of self- storage you require mainly depends on your possessions. You should properly wrap your possessions and lock it up as extra precautions.