Question
Self storage is the rental of a small, secure unit where individuals or businesses can store goods. Units come in sizes from a small closet (a few square metres) up to a 40ft container (28 square metres). Most are on managed sites with gates, CCTV, and 24/7 access. Renters provide their own padlock or use a site-issued one.
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Self storage became popular because people increasingly needed flexible space for temporary life events. House moves, renovations and business growth often create short-term storage needs that permanent buildings cannot solve efficiently. Related questions
- How do I access an unmanned self storage depot?
- Is there a limit on the weight of the products I can have in storage?
- Are there restrictions on what I can do inside my self storage rental unit (drilling, grinding, sawing wood, etc.)?
- Can you sleep in a self storage unit?
- Who uses your self storage units?
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