Renting a storage unit is sometimes a must. However, getting the right storage unit can sometimes be challenging. Like in any business, not all storage companies are the same. Naturally, some companies are better than others. Also, there is a question of what you are looking for when you are renting a self-storage long-term or short-term. So, let’s jump straight into the article, and let’s try to answer some of your questions. Let’s begin!

How to search for appropriate storage?

Before you decide to rent a storage unit, you have to ask yourself “What do I need a storage unit for, and for how long do I need it”?

Not all storage companies have the same offers. For example, some companies have a climate-controlled environment, while other companies do not.

There is also a question of proximity. It is very advantageous to search for storage that is near you, so you don’t have to travel far to get to your stuff.

The best way to search for a storage company in this day and age is to look for them online. You can also see customer reviews, and judging by them, decide if the storage company in question is any good.

So, how much does it cost to rent a self-storage long term?

Let’s get straight to the point. The average cost of renting a storage unit long-term is from 60 dollars per month to 180 dollars per month. If you are opting for a climate-controlled storage unit, the cost will go up. In this case, long-term rent is going to cost you somewhere between 75 dollars per month to 225 dollars per month.

So, let’s say it again:

• $60-$180 is a monthly cost for a standard storage unit
• $75-$225 is a monthly cost for a climate-controlled storage unit

On what the storage unit price depends?

There are many factors that contribute to the price of renting a storage unit. The first factor is simply the size of a storage unit. The bigger the storage unit is, the more is it going to cost you.

The second factor is the storage unit’s location. Storage unit in the middle of New York is naturally going to cost more than that in the middle of Nevada.

The third factor is special offers by the company itself. Maybe the company in question has some special offers that will lower the price of rent.

And last, but not least, the price depends if you opt for a long-term, or for short-term rent. Keep that in mind when you are signing the contract.