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Facility Renovation

Summer Shape-Up: It’s Time for Self-Storage Maintenance and Remodeling

Even if you operate a new facility, there’s no such thing as maintenance-free. ISS offers several articles on self-storage maintenance and remodeling online and in the July print edition. Plus, check out the new door maintenance guide. ...More
May 27, 2011 By Amy Campbell
Posted in Blog, Management
Self-Storage Facility Makeover: SmartStop Self Storage in Phoenix Brightens Up and Gets Green

When Strategic Storage Trust Inc. acquired a self-storage facility in 2009 in an older Phoenix neighborhood, the company knew a facelift was long overdue. The company brought its new SmartStop Self Storage property up to date with new amenities valued by storage customers, ...More
May 24, 2011
Posted in Articles, Construction, Management
Free Webinar on Self-Storage Renovation and Door Replacement, March 23

On March 23, self-storage operators will have free access to a webinar titled “An Owner’s Perspective on Renovation and Door Replacement,” presented by Glen Nicotra, founder and managing partner of City Storage LLC, and Richard Lillie, southeast region sales manager for ...More
March 4, 2011
Posted in News, Construction, Management
Solar Panels Installed on Clayton's Self Storage in NJ

Solar panels were recently installed on the rooftops of four Clayton’s Self Storage locations in Atlantic City, Mays Landing, Egg Harbor Township and Galloway, N.J. ...More
February 17, 2011
Posted in News
CT Self Storage Receives Approval for Expansion Project

CT Self Storage has received approval from the Plainville, Conn., Planning and Zoning Commission to add 13,400 square feet to the facility. ...More
December 28, 2010
Posted in News, Real Estate
Warranty Claims: A Self-Storage Manager's Guide to Handling Construction-Related Problems

Whether you’re the manager of a new facility or one that’s recently been expanded or remodeled, you’ll likely have some construction-warranty issues. ...More
December 13, 2010
Posted in Articles, Construction, Management
Thailand’s MY STORAGE: A Look at the Development Challenges for Phuket’s First Self-Storage Facility

Amy Fuhlman of Janus International recently caught up with Sukanda Chiaranussati and Robert Akerblom, owners of MY STORAGE, to discuss the challenges of opening a facility in Patong, Phuket, Thailand. ...More
December 5, 2010
Posted in Articles, Construction, Development, Management
D.C. Taylor Presents Free Webinar on Retrofit Metal Roofing for Self-Storage, Energy Savings

Bill Shanko, regional manager for roofing contractor D.C. Taylor Co., will present a free webinar on Nov. 17 titled “Climate-Controlled Facilities: Get Immediate Energy Savings When Replacing Your Roof.” Intended for self-storage owners and operators as well as construction ...More
October 20, 2010
Posted in News, Construction
Storage Express Opens Climate-Controlled Building at Louisville, Ky., Facility

Storage Express recently added a climate-controlled building to its self-storage facility in Louisville, Ky. . ...More
September 1, 2010
Posted in News, Construction, Real Estate
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

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