If you've never had a reason to make use of a self-storage facility before, there is a good chance you will need to at some point in the future. However, having never used one of these facilities before, you likely don't know much about them. This guide on self-storage facilities will go over the basics of what they offer and how they work. This information can be beneficial to you in the future when a time does arise so you can make good use of self-storage. 

Self-storage facilities make unit rental easy

Renting a self-storage unit is much easier than renting an apartment or even a car. Many facilities make it easy to rent a unit online, or you can rent one over the phone. In order to rent a storage unit, you will just need to sign their rental agreement, provide your ID, give them basic contact information, and pay for your first month's rent. You won't have to worry about providing information on things like your income, and you won't have to have your credit run. 

Self-storage doesn't take a big commitment

You can rent a storage unit on a short-term basis. Some storage facilities offer storage for a minimum of three months. However, many will offer month-to-month rental, which can include renting a unit for as short of a period as just a single month. You don't need to give the storage facility any advance notice letting them know that you are planning to move your things out. You just need to clean the unit, so you leave it how it was when you moved your things in, and let the facility know you will no longer be needing it. 

Self-storage facilities can offer many types of storage

Since both individuals and businesses can use self-storage facilities, there can be a lot of different needs from one customer to the next. Some features and amenities that self-storage facilities and units can offer include: 

• Inside storage units 

• Climate-controlled units

• Easy pull-up outside units that are good for trailers, large loads, etc.

• Many sizes of units to accommodate each customer's specific needs

• RV units with amenities like washing stations, dump stations, and power plug-ins

• Units with extra depth that are good for multiple vehicles, vehicles stored with trailers hooked up, etc.

• Extra security measures that go above and beyond the already expected access gates

Conclusion

Keep self-storage facilities in mind, because they can be very convenient if you need a safe place to keep objects you can't store for the time being.