Running your own business can be a fun and profitable venture, but sometimes there’s just not enough space to hold all the materials you need to keep your business running smoothly. Businesses require inventory, computers, office supplies, filing cabinets and more. Trying to keep everything in your home is impossible and leasing a space simply to store your supplies is not cost-efficient. That’s why a storage unit with office space can help Plano entrepreneurs. Here are three ways business owners can use storage units. Using Storage To Store Inventory Many home-based businesses simply lack sufficient space, especially if they deal with large equipment. For example, some entrepreneurs sell refurbished office supplies such as computers, copiers, and printers. These items take up a lot of space in a home, so they use storage units to keep their inventory until it is sold. Even if your business is outside the home, you’ll find that some business locations lack room. There simply isn’t enough room to store extra inventory, so business owners rent storage units. Using Storage for Contractors Contractors have a lot of tools and materials to deal with. Keeping them at the job site is not always an option, especially if the contractor works in a bad neighborhood where theft is common. Because of this, many people in the construction industry use storage units to keep their assets safe. A storage unit allows contractors to store tools that they might not need right away. Storage units also work great for storing lumber, which can warp if left out in the rain or extreme heat, both which are common in Plano. Using Storage for Online Businesses Many people make their living selling items online on sites such as eBay and Craigslist. In order to be successful, these businesses need an extensive amount of inventory—hundreds or even thousands of items, for example. It would be impossible to keep all these items organized in one place in a home, and it would be too expensive to lease a commercial space solely for this purpose. Therefore, many online businesses turn to storage units to keep their items safe. Climate control keeps items free from the effects of cold and heat. Plus, storage units keep everything in one place, so entrepreneurs know where to easily find the items they sell. They can then ship them out to customers in a quick and efficient manner. Considering a Plano Storage Unit With Office Space? A storage unit can help with your space issues. We provide video recording and electronic gated access to keep your business assets safe. We also offer climate control to keep your unit at the perfect temperature year round. The friendly staff at US Storage Centers can assist you in finding a unit that fits your needs. We are located at 800 Fulgham Road, between Ohio Drive and Coit Road. You can find us north of President George Bush Turnpike. Contact US Storage Centers today to learn more about the benefits of a storage unit with office space. US Storage Centers 800 Fulgham Road Plano, TX 75093 (972) 200-0978
