Makin’ It Perty: Enhancing Your Self-Storage Curb Appeal to Attract and Retain Tenants

Maintain a manicured appearance by mowing the lawn, keeping the edges trimmed, and sweeping or blowing clippings from your property.

Trim shrubs to keep overgrowth down and ensure they don't hide the facility or signage from view.

Planting flowers around signage or the property entrance and placing potted flowers by the office door adds an inviting touch and a pop of color.

Regularly spray or pull weeds.

The mailbox should look new, with the street number big enough to be visible from the street. You might also consider placing a street number on the property road sign.

Keep gutters clear of debris.

Pressure-wash dirt and grime away.

Add a fresh coat of paint when peeling or cracking occurs.

If possible, cover HVAC units, trash cans or dumpsters with fencing or lattice to hide them from street view.

Clean office doors and windows regularly. If windows are large, think about hiring a professional cleaning service.

If the asphalt is in good condition, seal-coating every three to five years will lengthen the life of your drive aisles. It’ll also give your facility a fresh appearance.

Consider patching potholes or cracks in the asphalt for a smooth pathway.

Bollards should be painted when necessary, or consider adding slipcovers, which come in a variety of colors. Replace any broken bollards.

Check the property lighting frequently. It’s important to replace all non-working bulbs immediately.

Consider changing bulbs or damaged fixtures to LED lighting, which can enhance brightness and safety and will pay for itself over time in energy-savings.