The Three Types of Self Storage Spaces

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self storageThere are three different types of self storage spaces available to customers, but not all self storage facilities offer all three types. When renting a storage space, it is best to ask the staff what types of storage space they have at their facility.

The most common type of self storage space that comes to mind is the enclosed space that has the entrance directly to the outside. This type is often referred to as a drive up unit because the customer can usually drive their moving vehicle right up to the front of the storage unit for easy loading or unloading. These storage units are usually part of long, wide buildings. Each self storage unit is completely enclosed and accessed by a roll up door that is kept locked and the customer is the only one with access. This type of storage is used for just about anything, aside from things that are restricted for safety purposes, such as containers of fuel. 

The type of self storage space that is very similar to the drive up unit is the indoor unit. These units are completely enclosed, but their doors do not open to the outside. Instead, they are completely inside of the building and the unit doors are along hallways. Sometimes these buildings can have more than one floor of storage units. Often this type of storage unit is used for more valuable items or those that need to be in a controlled environment for protection. This means that the temperature and the humidity level are regulated using air conditioning, heat, and a dehumidifier. Not every unit of this type offers humidification, so it is best to ask before renting.

The final type of self storage space is the outdoor one. This is basically a parking space on a gravel or paved area within the fenced in facility grounds. Sometimes they may have some type of roofing over the space or be somewhat enclosed with cinder block walls for a bit of additional protection from the elements. This type of storage space can be rented for nearly any type of vehicle, including boats with trailers, as long as it is in working condition and has current permits.

Usually a self storage facility will have several different sizes of the storage space types that they offer, which can range from the size of a closet to a space for a full size RV. This helps the customers find the perfect fit for the items that they want to store there.