Profit Centers

When a customer rents self-storage, they almost always need other things, too, like a good lock for their unit door and supplies to help them pack, move and protect their goods. This is why a retail program can bring such tremendous value to your...

Truck rental is a service that can complement a self-storage operation extremely well, and for obvious reasons. If you aren’t certain it can work for your business, check out this SWOT analysis to help weigh the decision.

While vehicle storage isn’t new to the self-storage industry, its popularity is on the rise as more operators add the service to their existing sites and new developments. This niche product differs from traditional self-storage on many levels...

Boat and RV storage can be a rewarding profit center for self-storage investors and operators. Whether you build it as part of a new development or add it to an existing facility, it has tremendous potential. Learn about the benefits, construction...

Art storage may not immediately come to mind when you think of add-on profit opportunities for your self-storage operation, but the two businesses actually have great symmetry. Read how the owners of Acorn Mini Storage in the Twin Cities area of...

Wine storage is becoming increasingly popular as an addition to self-storage facilities, but unlike some other ancillaries, it requires extremely careful planning. The customer base for this niche is very discerning. Here’s advice to help you...

Flex workspace is being offered by some self-storage operators as they seek creative ways to capture more rentals. It can be convenient for remote workers, small-business owners and startups, artists … anyone who needs a place to do business. Read...