Security

You are the security expert. Your fence, gate and cameras are in place. But your job has just begun. You don’t sell technology; you sell security, and that means an active visible manager and a low-tech, high-security barrier at your unit door. When you formulate your security plan, put yourself in your renter’s shoes. Look at your facility from outside ...

Although self-storage operators often fixate on site “security,” not enough emphasis is placed on “safety.” While these two seem to go hand in hand, it’s important to review safety issues regularly, two to four times per year. Here’s what should be evaluated: Gates. Gates are a great security item for any self-storage site. Most every facility that uses them has the electronic ...

A lot of self-storage operators out there believe they provide site security simply because they have keypads, cameras and other similar equipment. What they don't realize is the technology doesn't run itself. It’s the person behind the counter who is managing the business! It's the manager who does regular lock checks, reviews the surveillance tapes and keeps the software up-to-date. ...

It’s 3 o’clock in the morning and you’re sleeping like a baby. Suddenly, you’re awakened by the telephone and hear, “Hello, this is Sgt. Taylor from the police department. We are at ABC Storage, and the alarms are blaring and lights are flashing. Can you meet us down here right away?”You get dressed and head out into the night to ...

Many variables can be considered when designing a security system for your self-storage facility. It's an art to balance what is functional, marketable and easy to use when talking about these systems. Finding what's right is often more work than people realize. It’s important that you start searching for a reputable security vendor early in the building process. By the ...