Renovations/Upgrades | Inside Self-Storage

Brantford Self Storage to Open New Facility in Canada

Jun 22, 2011

Brantford Self Storage Co. in Brantford, Ontario, Canada, has purchased a 160,000-square-foot building with plans to renovate it for self-storage.

Inside Self-Storage Launches Construction Survey, Participation Encouraged

Jun 17, 2011

Inside Self-Storage (ISS), a provider of informational resources for the self-storage industry, has launched a quick survey related to industry building activity worldwide. Targeted to self-storage owners and investors, the survey seeks to...

Retrofitting Your Self-Storage Roof: An Affordable Alternative to Replacement

May 28, 2011

If youre faced with replacing the old, metal roof on your self-storage facility, this article may save you time, trouble and money. Plus, it might show you how to get that new roof to pay for itself.

Self-Storage Facility Makeover: SmartStop Self Storage in Phoenix Brightens Up and Gets Green

May 24, 2011

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...

Free Webinar on Self-Storage Renovation and Door Replacement, March 23

Mar 04, 2011

On March 23, self-storage operators will have free access to a webinar titled An Owners Perspective on Renovation and Door Replacement, presented by Glen Nicotra, founder and managing partner of City Storage LLC, and Richard Lillie, southeast...

Solar Panels Installed on Clayton's Self Storage in NJ

Feb 17, 2011

Solar panels were recently installed on the rooftops of four Claytons Self Storage locations in Atlantic City, Mays Landing, Egg Harbor Township and Galloway, N.J.

CT Self Storage Receives Approval for Expansion Project

Dec 28, 2010

CT Self Storage has received approval from the Plainville, Conn., Planning and Zoning Commission to add 13,400 square feet to the facility.

Warranty Claims: A Self-Storage Manager's Guide to Handling Construction-Related Problems

Dec 13, 2010

Whether youre the manager of a new facility or one thats recently been expanded or remodeled, youll likely have some construction-warranty issues.

Thailands MY STORAGE: A Look at the Development Challenges for Phukets First Self-Storage Facility

Dec 05, 2010

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.

D.C. Taylor Presents Free Webinar on Retrofit Metal Roofing for Self-Storage, Energy Savings

Oct 20, 2010

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...