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ISS Humanitarian Service Award: Self-storage owners orchestrate a Grand Ball

admin — Fri, 12 Jun 2009 20:15:11 +0000

Mike and Linda McDaniel, owners of Preferred Self Storage in Highland Village, Texas, are one of four winners of the Inside Self-Storage 2009 Humanitarian Service Award. The honor recognizes self-storage companies and professionals who support charitable causes. A $2,000 grant was given to the nonprofit organizations, projects, events or programs …(493 words)

Get in Great Economic Shape at the ISS Expo!

admin — Fri, 12 Jun 2009 20:15:11 +0000

The Inside Self-Storage World Expo hits the East Coast this fall with a powerful educational program that puts your business needs first. The Washington, D.C., event not only provides 27 educational seminars and five premier networking events, it offers four intensive workshops covering critical facets of the self-storage business.Whether your …(535 words)

Using Yellow Pages Coupons to Promote Self-Storage

admin — Fri, 12 Jun 2009 20:15:11 +0000

In spite of what you may be hearing from some bloggers and Internet-marketing providers (people who think the Web is the only way to get information), 65 percent of new customers to self-storage still use the Yellow Pages (YP) to help them choose the right facility for their belongings. When …(686 words)

No-Computer Disaster Plan: Operating Self-Storage Without Technology

admin — Fri, 12 Jun 2009 20:15:11 +0000

“Get out your pencil!” I can still remember how much I hated hearing the teacher say those words because it usually meant a pop quiz. Well, I don’t want to disappoint you, so here is your one-question test: How would you operate your facility for an extended period of time—two …(1039 words)

Got Dirt? Adding Space to an Existing Self-Storage Facility

admin — Fri, 12 Jun 2009 20:15:11 +0000

In this economic climate, many self-storage owners are looking to increase income by maximizing available space, often adding new buildings to existing facilities. As with most projects, it’s not always as easy as it appears. One of my favorite, worn out, “old guy” construction axioms is, “Building is the easy …(1226 words)

Capture Self-Storage Tenants With Low-Cost Curb Appeal

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Great self-storage curb appeal can draw new customers, while poor curb appeal will likely drive them to your competition. Consumers relate well-maintained, clean properties with safer, more secure facilities. Think about how prospective tenants look at your facility. Many will size up a property within seconds of viewing it. Does …(759 words)

The Eco-Friendly Self-Storage Office: Tips!

admin — Fri, 12 Jun 2009 20:15:11 +0000

Here are some quick and easy steps you can take to ensure your self-storage office is doing its part for Mother Earth:Exchange regular light bulbs for compact fluorescent light bulbs. Add motion lighting, timers and dimmers wherever possible.Recycle cans and plastic bottles.When looking for new office equipment, check consignment stores. …(346 words)

A Green Future for Self-Storage: Getting on the Eco-Bandwagon

admin — Fri, 12 Jun 2009 20:15:11 +0000

Andree Jansheski was looking for a life-defining moment when she decided to turn Bellam Self Storage Boxes in Marin Country, Calif., into a certified green business in 2006. She knew that overhauling the facility—built in 1965 and converted to storage in 1982—and its business practices would be a challenge. …(1795 words)

Getting on Board With Boat and RV Storage: An Interview with Caesar Wright, President of Mako Steel Inc.

admin — Fri, 12 Jun 2009 20:15:11 +0000

Long considered a niche market in the self-storage industry, boat and RV storage has emerged as a facility differentiator in crowded markets. High-end sites with amenities designed specifically for boat and RV customers are popping up in strategic locations across the country. Storage owners looking to expand their existing sites …(809 words)

Self-Storage Video Surveillance: Choosing a Vendor

admin — Fri, 12 Jun 2009 20:15:11 +0000

Choosing the right security vendor is a bit like developing a budding relationship into a happy marriage. You want dedication, mutual respect and the ability to keep promises. Every self-storage facility has different requirements for its security system, so owners and operators should seek a vendor compatible with their particular …(1269 words)