Construction

Self-storage construction has become more sophisticated due to heightened consumer expectations, changing building codes, and a more rigid approval processes through municipal planning boards. Important topics covered in this category include design trends, zoning, conversions, eco-friendly components and practices, and more.

Giving Love to Mother Earth: Self-Storage Professionals Help the Healing

Apr 24, 2020

A worldwide COVID-19 lockdown has allowed Mother Nature to catch her breath. How can you as a self-storage professional continue the momentum to healing the earth?

Storage Structures Unveils Alpha Framing System for Self-Storage Buildings

Apr 21, 2020

Storage Structures Inc., a national metal-building subcontractor for the self-storage industry, has introduced its new Alpha light-gauge, 10-by-10-foot framing system, which is comprised mainly of factory-formed and -assembled columns and beams...

Adams Property Group Converts Grocery Store to Self-Storage in Williamsburg, VA

Apr 16, 2020

Update 4/16/20 – Adams Property Group began converting the former Farm Fresh store to self-storage in January. The interior work for Merrimac Trail Self-Storage required a “lot of demolition,” according to Coupland. “We are expecting, coronavirus...

The Impact of COVID-19 on Self-Storage Development and Construction: Builders Offer Insight and Advice

Apr 15, 2020

All facets of the self-storage industry have been touched by the coronavirus pandemic, including construction and development. Suppliers discuss what to expect if you plan to build a project in the coming months and how they’re helping their...

Storage Condos and Traditional Self-Storage: Can They Complement Each Other?

Apr 04, 2020

Though storage condominiums are similar to traditional self-storage in some ways, they target a different breed of customer. Learn the differences between the two models and how they can coexist as complementary businesses.

ISS Store Featured Product: Self-Storage Mastery DVDs on Facility Design

Mar 24, 2020

As it becomes more challenging for self-storage owners and developers to find quality land on which to build and get municipal project approval, a strategic approach to facility design is more important than ever. Our Self-Storage Mastery DVD 5...

A Time-Lapse Tale: Watch Less Mess Self-Storage of Warsaw, Poland, Develop Before Your Eyes!

Mar 11, 2020

There’s something awe-inspiring about watching a parcel of dirt transform into a gorgeous, new self-storage facility. Set to soothing music, this time-lapse video from European operator Less Mess Storage captures the pain-staking detail and...

ISS Store Featured Product: Inside Self-Storage 2020 Building/Investing Guidebook

Mar 10, 2020

Buying or building a self-storage facility has evolved into a complex process as markets have become increasingly competitive and saturated. Identifying an optimal location and determining the type of facility that will work best within a market...

The Recession Is Coming! Get Insider Advice on How to Prepare Your Self-Storage Business

Mar 07, 2020

Self-storage may be one of the “safer” real estate sectors during an economic downturn, but that doesn’t guarantee business survival. Read lessons learned by industry insiders during the last recession and advice on how to prepare for the next one.

StayLock Expands Eco-Efforts With LED Lighting Installations at 19 Self-Storage Facilities

Mar 06, 2020

StayLock Storage, which operates more than 60 self-storage facilities in six states, is increasing its efforts to be eco-responsible by installing LED lighting at 19 of its locations across four states. The new lights will be designed to increase...