Lombard Self Storage
Benefits Of Self-Storage To Residents Of Lombard Illinois
Self-storage companies rent out storage areas to consumers for various purposes. While some facilities are converted from businesses that have closed, the best facilities were built specifically for self-storage. The citizens of Lombard Illinois can find many uses for the self-storage facilities found in their city. First, a brief discussion of the services offered with self-storage and the various types of self-storage containers available. Then we’ll talk about the special features offered by self-storage companies to consumers in Lombard Illinois, and the various hazardous materials not permitted in the storage units.
What is Self Storage?
Self-storage is a term used to describe a container that people can rent on a monthly basis for storing their items, such as furniture. Unlike a warehouse rental, self-storage facilities are secured with locks provided for by the customer, which does not allow the owner of the company free access while providing the customer the ability to enter the unit virtually anytime day or night. Therefore, no bailment, or transfer of the property, occurs between the renter and the owner of the self-storage business. The only way for a facility owner to take possession is through a lien on the property in the event of non-payment of rental fees. Various types of security are found at self-storage facilities. Common types include the posting of a guard outside the facility, security cameras, computer-controlled access to the area where the storage containers are located, or fingerprint or hand print scans to ensure only the renter gains access.
Various Types Of Self-Storage
There are many types of self-storage, from small security lockers to large rooms capable of holding the contents of a multi-level house. Following is a list of equivalents for the most common sizes rented and their uses:
• Locker – Less than 20 square feet of storage space. Can hold personal documents, work related papers, and tax papers. Only requires a car to carry the contents to be stored in a locker-sized unit.
• Closet – Offers up to 25 square feet of space. Can contain several small boxes, small appliances or small furniture. May need a pick-up truck to carry the items to the facility.
• Large Closet – Offers up to 75 square feet. Can hold the contents of a small studio or one-bedroom apartment. Requires at least a 14-foot truck to carry the contents.
• Large Bedroom – 10 x 15 unit that offers 150 square feet of space, enough for the furnishings from a two-bedroom house or apartment including appliances. A 24-foot truck recommended for the contents going into a large bedroom self-storage unit.
• Large Garage – 10 x 25 (250 sq. ft.) unit that can hold the possessions of a large 3 or 4-bedroom house along with appliances. A 26-foot truck will be sufficient to carry the contents.
• Two-car garage – 40 square feet, one of the largest units offered. Capable of holding the contents of a 5-bedroom house with appliances, or vehicles such as boat and trailers. If storing items due to moving, a large trailer will be needed for transport.
It is easy to see that for any need, there is a self-storage unit. Additionally, many self-storage companies offer special features or conditions to further suit the needs of their customers.
Additional Self-storage Features
Most Lombard Illinois self-storage facilities will allow renters to store anything that is not hazardous inside the storage units. Some items need to be kept under certain temperature-controlled condition, such as furs, electronic devices, wines, antiques or medications. For this reason, the self-storage industry began offering temperature-controlled units. While most facilities accomplish this through air conditioning, some units are naturally temperature-controlled. Industry standard only requires the temperature to stay between 40 and 90 degrees Fahrenheit so be sure you are getting a unit that will suit your specific needs when shopping for temperature-controlled self-storage in Lombard Illinois.
Portable self-storage containers are available for consumers to store and move their items, usually because they are moving. Often the companies will provide the container, the transportation and even boxes for packing when a customer rents from their company. Self-storage containers offer better protection over the traditional moving truck. However the costs aren’t unreasonable for the added protection and convenience that a portable self-storage unit can provide. In addition to cardboard boxes, some self-storage companies offer bubble-wrap, packing peanuts, and tape for sale to customers.
The cast majority of Lombard Illinois self-storage facilities offer security features beyond just the locks required for the units. Fencing and lighting around the self-storage units is common, as are security guards posted in the area. Some companies use security cameras, and/or computer-keypad access. There are facilities that will offer little protection above the lock required on the container door. This isn’t advisable if storing valuable items but may be just fine if low-value items are being stored. Keep in mind that, depending on how frequently you plan on visiting your storage facility, it could be months before you would notice if something was stolen. This would make it very difficult for the police to find and apprehend the criminals.
Materials Not Permitted In A Self-Storage Container
Certain items are deemed to hazardous to be stored in a closed facility. Most of the following materials can pose serious dangers to the facility and to the rest of your belongings:
• Combustible materials – these materials can explode or catch fire and damage your belongings, the self-storage container and possibly other units if the fire gets our of control. Materials including in this category are fuel, alcohol, aerosol cans, paint and paint thinners as well as cleaning substances.
• Plants and Animals – living things, like pets and plants, can attract rodents or insects so they aren’t allowed to be stored. Keeping a pet in the self-storage container could get your charged with animal cruelty as well.
•Perishables – While canned food is usually permitted, food that are perishable could attract pest so are not allowed.
Obviously self-storage containers are useful to the citizens of Lombard Illinois for fulfilling a variety of purposes.
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