If you own a contracting business, self storage can be your best option as a designated place to store your equipment. If you’re a plumber, painter, or any type of contractor, you probably work out of your van or truck, with no safe place to keep your equipment and supplies. That’s why you need a storage solution that offers convenient access to your supplies and equipment. Large units offer plenty of space for storing your materials, as well as security features like video monitoring and electronic gates with keypad access to keep your materials safe.

Renting a self storage unit from My Storage Plus for your small business can keep you organized and save you money. We have a variety of unit sizes to fit your needs, and most of our locations offer delivery acceptance. This means that any supplies or equipment that you purchase can be shipped directly to the self storage facility.

Keep Your Contracting Business Organized with Self Storage

Self Storage Will Help Maintain Your Budget

Renting commercial or industrial space can be a significant drain on your budget. Many of these spaces are located in less secure neighborhoods making them targets for theft or vandalism of your expensive equipment. On top of that, insurance coverage in this type of location can be costly.

A self storage unit will help you maximize profits and grow your business by enabling you to purchase supplies in bulk and store them until you need them. Having a place to store materials that were left after a previous job may keep your costs down as you can use them at a later time.

You never have to worry about a long-term lease because most facilities have flexible month-to-month lease terms. If your business grows, you can increase the amount of space that you need; and, if you have a temporary setback, you can decrease your space. You can more easily manage your cash flow and add space as needed.

Self Storage Will Alleviate Security Concerns

According to Technical Information Paper Series, Deterring Theft of Contractors’ Equipment The National Equipment Register (NER) estimates the total value of equipment stolen from construction sites to be between $300 million and $1billion annually and rising. And, these estimates don’t include indirect costs from business interruption such as short-term rental costs, project delays and lost production time. Thieves consider contractors low-risk, high-reward targets. Many of the materials that contractors use command high prices on the black market. Trying to keep your equipment and materials safe is complicated, and not foolproof. Besides locking doors and removing keys, you have to install a host of other tech-savvy safeguards.

You can reduce the risk of stolen or damaged supplies by using a self storage facility. Most of today’s facilities have security features such as 24-hour video surveillance, security lighting, electronic gates with keypad access, and a fully-fenced perimeter. Bluetooth keyless access is available at a large number of storage properties, providing added security. Along with self storage insurance and a tenant protection plan, you can have the peace of mind that you won’t risk a catastrophic loss if your items are in a self-storage unit.

Self Storage Will Protect Your Temperature-Sensitive Items

Storing your materials in a climate-controlled self storage unit will protect them from temperature and humidity extremes. Humid conditions and fluctuating temperatures can cause damage to tools with electronic components or materials like paint and caulk that need to be stored in stable climate conditions. If your storage facility is located in an area that is subject to seasonal temperature extremes, climate-controlled storage is essential for your needs.

Drive-Up Storage Will Make Loading and Unloading a Breeze

Some items are cumbersome to move. Look for convenient drive-up storage allowing for easy access to loading and unloading of your equipment. Large doors and paved driveways with wide aisles that can accommodate your trucks and trailers. Be sure to take all of these factors into consideration before you choose your facility.

Vehicle Storage Will Keep Your Vehicles Secure

When you’ve found the right self storage facility for your tools and equipment, be sure to check on vehicle storage options for your trucks or vans. You’ll find open, enclosed, or covered parking at many self storage sites. You may live in a neighborhood where the HOA or township rules prevent on-street or driveway parking for business vehicles. In that case, self storage is your perfect solution. In any event, storing your truck at a secure facility will keep it safe from theft and vandalism.

Final Thoughts

It’s time to stop using your van as your storage space. A self storage facility is your ideal partner when it comes to keeping your valuables, tools, and equipment safe, secure, and protected. Call My Storage Plus today so that we can help you find the right storage for your business needs.