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Black Friday Shopping for Self-Storage Operators: Get Your 2012 ISS Factbook and Membership

Skip the crowds at the mall this year and take advantage of these two ISS offerings. They'll help you kick off a prosperous 2012 for your self-storage facility. ...More
November 23, 2011
Posted in Blog, Construction, Development, Finance, Legal Issues, Management, Marketing, Real Estate, Technology
LifeStorage of Mokena to Receive Beautification Award

The LifeStorage self-storage facility of Mokena, Ill., has been chosen as a recipient of the 2011 Beautification Award bestowed by the Mokena Community Affairs Commission. The facility is one of 32 businesses to win the award out of a pool of more than 700. ...More
September 29, 2011
Posted in News, Management
Ideal Shield Launches Re-Sleeve Program to Recycle Old Bollard Covers

Ideal Shield, producer of bollard covers for self-storage facilities and other applications, has created a “re-sleeve program” to encourage its customers to recycle old bollard covers and keep them out of landfills. ...More
October 15, 2010
Posted in News, Management
Pouch Self Storage in Norwood, N.J., to Get Relief From Drainage Problems

Pouch Self Storage and other businesses on Livingston Street in Norwood, N.J., are pleased to hear their drainage problems will soon be solved. ...More
October 12, 2010
Posted in News
Sign Controversy: Using Your Self-Storage Business to Promote Opinions

Have you ever posted a controversial sign outside your self-storage facility? Self-Storage Talk members weigh in on one storage owner's rights to free speech, even if his message preaches prejudice. ...More
October 6, 2010 By Amy Campbell
Posted in Blog
Chester Heights Self Storage, Neighbors Reach Agreement on Location of Trees

The developer for Chester Heights Self Storage reached an agreement with homeowners who demanded trees be planted as a buffer between their homes and the facility in Pennyslvania. ...More
September 23, 2010
Posted in News, Construction, Development, Legal Issues, Real Estate
Turning Development Obstacles Into Opportunities: A Case Study of Ranson Self-Storage

When the Arcland Group set out in late 2008 to develop a new self-storage facility on a parcel of land in Ranson, W.V., the deck was stacked against them. Learn how the architectural firm and builder used the site layout challenges to create a unique and successful ...More
August 31, 2010
Posted in Articles, Construction, Development
The Inside Self-Storage World Expo Helps Self-Storage Operators Get on Track for 2011

While you’re likely not thinking about 2011, it may be time you do. Yes, the new year is still months away, but it’s never too soon to begin making plans. The best place to start is the Inside Self-Storage World Expo in New Orleans, Sept. 29-Oct. 1. ...More
August 25, 2010 By Amy Campbell
Posted in Blog
Upgrading an Aging Self-Storage Facility: Options for Increasing Site Value and Marketability

In today’s economic climate, many self-storage owners and developers are looking to invest in or modernize existing facilities rather than construct new ones. There are many ways to upgrade a property. The following are some of the more effective and practical methods. ...More
July 10, 2010 Devan Williams
Posted in Articles, Construction, Technology
Summer Shape-Up: A Self-Storage Operator's Guide to Complete Facility Maintenance

This ultimate maintenance guide covers everything from a self-storage operator's rooftop to the asphalt, unit doors to golf carts. Whether these tasks are performed weekly, daily or as needed, staying on top of them will ensure every self-storage facility is in top shape ...More
May 31, 2010 Amy Campbell
Posted in Articles, Construction, Management, Technology

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