Self Storage
For many people self storage is a relatively new concept and many customers want to know more about it and whether it is appropriate for them.
Common questions related to self storage are:
- What is self storage?
- How does self storage work?
- What sizes are available to suit my needs?
- What costs are involved?
- Where did Self Storage come from?
- How is Australian Mobile Storage different?
What is Self Storage?
Self Storage, also known as mini storage, is the process of leasing space in a storage facility to store personal or business items. These storage facilities are typically used to store household items such as furniture, bikes, leisure goods, trade stock or tools and other applications for small business such as surplus inventory, merchandising materials, office equipment and business records.
How Does Self Storage Work?
Self Storage facilities usually offer 24 hour a day digital video surveillance and secure premises to clients who place their own goods, or have a removalist do so for them, into a leased space to which the client has the key to their padlock on the door to the space. The lease may be for short or long term, payable monthly in advance, and access hours are determined by the particular facility. Self Storage facility managers do not have access to the storage unit. You pack your goods and transport them to the self storage facility, then unload your goods and re-pack them again into the storage unit. When you vacate repeat the process.
What Sizes Are Available To Suit My Needs?
You can choose from a range of storage unit sizes to accommodate your specific requirements and Managers can assist with which size best suits you. The range and availability is facility dependent.
What Costs Are Involved?
Self Storage prices vary depending on the size of the storage unit you need, your storage location and the period you wish to pay. For an Australian Mobile Storage module prices start from $2.00 a day for a 6.5 cubic metre module (that’s a 2.25m high, 2.35m in depth and 1.6m wide module). Australian Mobile Storage can also supply you with packing and removal services. Get an Instant Quote.
Where Did Self Storage Come From?
The concept of leasing storage space originates in the United States where it is extremely popular. Australia has the second largest market in the world for self storage after the USA. The self storage industry in Australia has experienced strong growth over the past decade and now has over 1000 facilities nationwide. In the mid 1990’s the concept of mobile storage emerged in the United States, and in 2009 Australian Mobile Storage started in Brisbane, Australia.
How Is Australian Mobile Storage Different?
Traditionally, you transported your goods to and from the storage facility yourself. You may have hired a ute, trailer or a truck or else you paid a removal company to do it for you. With Australian Mobile Storage we help to reduce the stress and strain associated with moving. You need only pack your goods into a secure unit once and then unpack your items once when you need them again. Australian Mobile Storage delivers close to your door sufficient modules to pack in your own time to cater for small or large moves. The modules, sometimes called pods, may be stored if you wish and re-delivered to your new location whenever you are ready for unpacking again at your leisure.
Australian Mobile Storage has both self storage facilities and warehouses available. This means we can cater to your needs no matter how big or small your needs may be. Your items are kept completely safe as all of our facilities are completely secure and under constant video surveillance. Your items are safely stored in your own Australian Mobile Storage module/s which only you have the key for.
Our Managing Director, Lee Cameron, who has over 18 years experience in the self storage industry and our experienced team understand our customers needs when it comes to moving. We know that customers want a simple, safe and cost effective way to store their goods—without having to compromise on the security and care for their goods. Our professional team treats your goods like our own. We understand our customers want someone they can trust with their valuable possessions.
