When you are shopping for a storage unit, you are probably looking for the least expensive storage unit. Although price should be something you keep in mind when determining each facility's value, it should not be the only factor you consider. Find out what they price you pay covers at each facility you consider. At some facilities, the monthly rental price simply covers the space in the unit, nothing more. At others, tenants receive many perks, like the use of a free moving truck and video surveillance of the entire facility. Find Out a Facility's Reputation Read third party websites like Yelp to find out what previous tenants have to say about a particular storage facility. These sites provide unbiased reviews and can give you insight about specific issues present at a specific facility. If there are many reports of damage to items, item loss, or difficult communication with the facility's staff, consider keeping your items elsewhere. Security is an Investment Security should always be a top priority when determining the right storage unit for your items. If a facility does not have more than one security measure in place, do not rent a unit there. If one security measure fails, another should be in place to protect the items stored at the facility. Before you sign a lease, ask a facility's staff detailed questions about the security measures in place, such as video surveillance, on site security guards, and the locks on each unit as well as the facility's perimeter. Paying more money to keep your items in a more secure facility is a worthwhile investment. Keeping your items in a less-secure facility in an attempt to save a few dollars can actually cost you more money in the long run if you need to repair or replace items that were damaged or lost by the facility. Determine All that a Facility's Price Covers Many storage facilities offer additional perks to their tenants, such as use of a moving van or help packing their items and moving them into their units. For many tenants, having these perks included in the cost of renting a storage unit can save a lot of money, especially for tenants who do not have a lot of time to spend packing and moving items. If you are considering renting a storage unit, ask a staff member at the facility about all the perks you are entitled to enjoy as a tenant. Rent a Storage Unit in Chatsworth Today When you make any type of transaction, whether it's a purchase, a rental, or an investment, always think beyond the dollar amount you are spending to consider whether the transaction is providing you with an item or service of value. To learn more about what your rent at US Storage Centers actually purchases for you, call or visit our Chatsworth, California location today to speak with a member of our friendly, knowledgeable staff. We can answer any questions you have about our facility or about storage in general. US Storage Centers 9818 De Soto Avenue Chatsworth , CA 91311 (818) 600-4527
