Self-storage is beneficial for homeowners and businesses

For homeowners, self storage Northamptonshire can be a convenient place to store excess baggage. For businesses, it’s also very important to have this kind of facility for all kinds of materials that are used in production or other activities that need protection from the elements.

A number of options are available for those who want to avail themselves of these services. They range from basic locking cell-like spaces up to large warehouses with wide-open spaces, high ceilings and even offices on-site where workers can meet. Moreover, there are facilities that offer convenience items like forklifts for transporting goods or carts which will allow customers to move materials around easily without having to do it themselves. These conveniences make life easier for anyone who needs them by relieving some logistical challenges associated with moving materials.

A Brief History of the Self Storage Industry

The self-storage industry began in 1972 when a man named Sol Fishman opened up its first facility in San Francisco, California. He called it “mini storage” because the units were so small. He would use this space to store his belongings while he attended law school at Santa Clara University. After graduating, he was unable to find an apartment or office suite adequate for his needs so he decided to set up shop out of his very own storage units. To begin with, these units were not climate-controlled but the success of the business led him to create climate-controlled units shortly after opening up shop. This site went on to become Public Storage which currently has over 300 locations around the UK.

Benefits of self-storage for homeowners

You can store seasonal items like holiday decorations or sports equipment and gain additional space for regular household use. And with no long-term commitments required, people can store as much or as little as they need for however long they need. This benefit is especially important for small businesses looking to de-clutter their inventory without having to make expensive investments like purchasing outdoor warehouse space during the off-season.

Protecting your business assets

As a business owner, you need to ensure that your inventory is safe and secure at all times. Unexpected disasters could cause huge losses if the right precautions are not in place. Businesses can protect their assets by using warehouses to store their excess stock during slow seasons. This ensures that they will always have the required raw materials when they are needed, avoiding production delays or product shortages.

The rise of self-storage in the UK is well documented. The past few years have seen an explosion in the use of self-storage, mainly driven by consumers looking for short term or long term storage solutions. And this trend is set to continue as homeowners, businesses and construction companies are all turning to this sub-sector of the commercial real estate market to provide additional space for their goods. Self-storage has also been reclassified recently by BIFA (British Independent Facilities Association), which represents around 100 independent small to medium-sized facilities across the UK because it has grown into a stand-alone asset class that can outperform traditional investments such as prime residential property and office buildings.