Self storage opportunities for small businesses could be right down the block. Use of self storage units could solve a number of small business issues. The prevalence of self storage businesses makes these units a viable cost containment source for small businesses.
A home office or garage is often the first site for small business operations. Space is sought outside the home when this no longer meets the needs of the business. But new businesses cannot always afford space large enough to accommodate future growth. As growth occurs, space issues and employee expansion may once again cause plans for relocation. Moving a small business involves significant costs. There are mover fees and renovations, and less tangible costs as a result of downtime for the business and potential loss of clientele. Rather than relocate a small business because storage space is needed, renting a self storage unit may be a more cost effective solution. This can reduce the amount of storage required on site and may free up space for staff, eliminating or delaying the relocation.
When moving is required, businesses sometimes liquidate furnishings and fixtures. Some reasons for this could be the inability to move into a new space immediately. The sale of cubicles, and office furniture means the business will take a loss, which will be magnified when the items need to be replaced. The cost of placing these items in self storage units is significantly less. Some self storage companies offer rental that includes the use of a moving truck the first day.
The terms of the self storage vary, with some self storage companies allowing month to month rental and others requiring more commitment. Rental fees generally depend on location, size of the self storage unit and amenities, such as climate control. Self storage costs anywhere from $50 to $200 per month, based on all for the above variations. However, even at $200 a month for a full year, the cost would be a fraction of replacement costs. If the planned move is to another city, portable self storage units can be delivered to the business for packing, and then moved to the new location or stored by self storage company.
