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South Minneapolis Self-Storage is not only an ideal solution for the individual or family but can also work extremely well for businesses of all sizes. As the self-storage industry has evolved, so has its range of services, which can be utilized by business users to help them operate more cost-effectively. Many assume that the only business use a self-storage facility can offer is storage – the reality is that many are now offering a complete range of services such as mail-boxes, office facilities, showers and coffee/meeting rooms that can help any business on a daily basis. Some self-storage facilities even specialize solely for commercial use with purpose built storage units to meet every business need.
South Minneapolis Self-Storage is a great solution for all types and sizes of business. Whether you’re looking to store because you’re expanding too fast or want to cut back on your normal office and warehousing commitments for short periods, then you’ll probably find an answer at South Minneapolis Self-Storage. It’s proved to be such a successful business logistics solution that an increasing number of businesses have cut back their office space to a bare operating minimum and are using self-storage to keep everything that isn’t needed on a daily basis in one place with easy access.
Business opt for self-storage for various reasons, the most common of which is the need to free up or to cut down on expensive office space, for use as a small-scale warehouse, distribution service or as an archive. Business users are often given preferential access to general facilities – an added advantage if you use a unit as a distribution point for stock that may need to be dispatched at short notice and at odd times. The most common uses for businesses include:
Archiving documents, files and paperwork.
Freeing up office space by storing items that aren’t needed on a daily basis.
Storing office furniture and equipment.
Storing stock, either full-time or on a seasonal basis.
Storing office equipment and files during a move.
As a small-scale distribution centre.
As a store for excess stock, reps’ sales samples and display or exhibition equipment
Storing office supplies, allowing businesses to buy in bulk and gain discounts.
Self-storage companies claim to be able to store anything, however, there are certain items that they legally cannot store. It’s worthwhile checking out their individual rules before you commit to renting space.
Specialist self-storage facilities may also offer climate controlled units that are adapted for archiving so your business documents will be kept in good order and you’ll be able to access them whenever and however often you wish. You may be offered the use of purpose built archive units with ready-built shelving or storage bays or may be allowed to put in your own stacking depending on the individual self-storage facility. The use of self-storage for archiving has proved very popular across various business areas, including:
Law
Accountancy
Architecture
Doctors
Finance
Chemists
Sales organizations
Self-storage for business works in exactly the same way as for personal use. You hire the space, transport your items over and then unpack into your unit. As business users may be storing large items or a higher volume of goods, you’ll probably find that facilities are more likely to offer you additional services such as removals and packing/unpacking rather than you having to do it yourself. Although you’ll have to pay for such services, you may be able to negotiate a discount business rate.
Discounts may also be available if you commit to a long-term rental. As with general self-storage, it’s important to check out the facility before you opt to use it. A badly maintained or poorly secured site will simply lose you money if damage is caused to the items you store. It’s also vital that you make sure that you have adequate and comprehensive insurance in place. You may be able to negotiate this with your current business insurer or via the storage facility itself.
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You can’t put too high a price on security when you’re looking at self-storage. After all, we take the time to make sure that our home is adequately secure to protect belongings and it’s no different in self-storage.
All self-storage facilities will have a range of security measures in place. These can range from the basic to the hi-tech and your self-storage choice may well hinge on how comfortable you feel with the options on offer. You may also make a decision based on the value of the goods you store. If you’re storing valuable and irreplaceable heirlooms then you’ll probably opt for state of the art systems. If your storage items are easily replaced and of no real sentimental or monetary value then you may make a more basic choice.
Your first move should be to visit a few self-storage sites and see for yourself just how secure they seem. Seeing a self-storage facility with gaping holes in perimeter fences, dark corridors with insufficient CCTV coverage and no guard on site at night might just put you off. Although you are responsible for padlocking your own unit, the strongest padlock is no defense against a determined thief.
Self-storage security measures vary extensively throughout the industry. You should always opt for a self-storage facility that has at least some measures in place – you’ll find some or all of the following security options on offer depending on the self-storage company you choose:
General alarm systems that can be either monitored or unmonitored on site by security guards and may have links to the local police station. In some cases, each unit may have an individual alarm that is linked to a central site control. Other options include alarms that go off if units are left open for an exceptionally long time and infra-red motion detectors.
Fire and smoke alarm systems that can help contain unforeseen accidents. Virtually all self-storage facilities ban smoking on site as a fire hazard.
Restricted access systems that insist that all visitors sign in and out before they can access the facility. Visitors who are not currently customers may not be able to enter unless they are accompanied by a member of staff.
Key-code or swipe card access for your unit and/or facility entrances in general that gives added access security. Some companies will allow you to choose your own unit key-code number for additional security.
Intercom systems that prevent just anyone walking into the facility or into specific unit areas.
CCTV surveillance cameras that are usually monitored 24 hours a day.
Residential managers that actually live on the property. In many cases you’ll find that self-storage companies offer guards 24 hours a day, although some companies opt for less coverage. In this instance the company may contract private security firms to do spot checks and offer security services out of hours.
Well-placed industrial level security lighting that acts as an added deterrent. This can be motion sensitive or permanent and should be found both internally and externally.
Perimeter fencing that can be electric or standard. Many self-storage units are now deploying concrete walls instead of standard fencing for added security and to prevent potential thieves being able to see inside.
Reinforced units that give added security against break-ins.
Specialist padlocks that recess into the door and are extremely difficult to pick.
Sole key holder policies that ensure that you are the only person with a key to your unit.
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