Phoenix-based U-Haul International Inc., which operates more than 1,200 self-storage facilities across North America, has recently opened or is in the process of developing several new projects. There are three ground-up facilities, four...
Today more than ever, self-storage facility design is impacted by the perceptions and expectations of jurisdictions and community members. See how the industry is responding in 2020 with building trends emphasizing cleanliness, subtlety and...
Update 6/18/20 – SmartStop Self Storage REIT Inc., formerly known as Strategic Storage Trust II Inc., opened its conversion project in Ontario, Canada. It’s the company’s 12th wholly owned location in the Greater Toronto Area (GTA). The facility...
Skyline Self Storage of Cape Coral, Fla., is working toward a greener planet by donating trees to Future Forestry Corp. (FFC), which will plant hundreds of seedlings this summer. The storage operator has thus far provided the organization with 800...
Developing a self-storage facility can be difficult. Throw in a worldwide pandemic, and now it’s even more complex. Being prepared for what’s ahead, plus a dose of patience, will help you complete your project even during COVID-19.
If you’re building a new self-storage facility, you can bet there will be interruptions along the way. While some will be out of your control (hello, terrible weather!), planning for potential delays can help keep your project on track.
The steps of building a self-storage project can seem overwhelming at first, but a “roadmap” can make the development and construction process more manageable. Here’s a basic outline of tasks to help keep you on point.
US LED, a full-service provider of commercial lighting, signage and technology solutions for self-storage and other industries, launched a new product-fulfillment program called “Fast Track.” It’s designed to expedite the process of delivering...
Increased competition in the self-storage industry means more choices for customers, but renovation can help keep your facility relevant. Get advice from the owner of Q2 Self Storage in Jeffersontown, Ky., on how to make smart upgrade decisions.
The Earth needs some love, and The William Warren Group (WWG), a privately held real estate company that operates the StorQuest Self Storage brand, is inspiring people to give it! The company recently installed a seven-story mural at its Oakland...