Renting mobile storage units offers more convenience than fixed self-storage units. Instead of making many trips to a storage facility, the storage comes to you. With a mobile unit you typically load and unload once. If you factor in the possibility of multiple trips, you could be doing several times the work!
Storage containers have also come a long way in making it easier to load your belongings. Features like swing doors with stoppers, anti slip flooring, low step in heights, and built in cargo tie downs can all make your experience that much easier.
Convenience while moving is another reason to consider mobile storage. Many customers use the containers like moving trucks. Larger companies offer nationwide moving of their containers for a higher charge. While most smaller companies will move you locally for no more than the delivery fee. Units are often rented by the month vs the day. Which means there is no need to try to pack and unpack everything in one day.
2. Flexibility for Any Need
Whether you're a homeowner tackling a renovation or a business managing inventory, mobile storage units provide flexibility. The benefit of using a portable storage container is, well, that it’s portable! This means you can have quick access to your belongings right on-site. It can act as a backroom for inventory or a shed for extra tools. If access isn’t a concern most portable storage companies offer off-location storage.
Many people favor portable storage solutions when emergencies arise. Local companies can often deliver a unit the same day, which is beneficial for situations like flood or fire damage to your house. Renters can also benefit; many times, a property owner will abruptly terminate a lease on an apartment or house. This can happen for various reasons, leaving renters without a plan for the future. With portable storage, you can pack up your belongings, store them away, and have them delivered once a new residence is found.
3. Cost-Effective Storage Solution
Depending on your needs mobile storage units can be a better value than traditional storage facilities. Many people don’t have vehicles that can accommodate large and awkward items. Even many pickups can’t get everything you need moved in one trip. If you live in a rural area this can mean a lot of gas. Some people even have to opt for a moving truck or a moving company. Not to mention the possibility of taking a day off work to accomplish the move. All of this can certainly add up.
To determine the best solution for your wallet, check the delivery fees of the company you’re considering. Some companies have higher fees than others and some have hidden charges. (hint: Our fees are lower than most)
4. Secure and Protected Storage
Whenever you store your belongings, you want them to be safe. Otherwise, why not throw them out in the yard? Mobile units offer weather and pest protection with sturdy construction and reliable locking mechanisms. Locks are typically available for a small charge if you don’t have your own.
Most companies opt for units made of metal, but there are some exceptions. While not common you may find a company that offers wood construction. Wood construction is typically limited to smaller containers, but is likely a little less durable. Different styles of containers have different features that may further protect your valuables. Look for features like vents, raised floors, and anti-condensation coatings for mold resistance.
Insurance plans are also common and recommended if what you’re planning to store is valuable or hard to replace. The rates on the plans vary by company and coverage, but are often highly affordable.
5. Environmentally Responsible
Choosing mobile storage can be a climate-focused decision. By reducing the number of trips to a storage facility, you lower your carbon footprint. Not only by reducing the emissions for the trips to the storage facility, but by reducing wear on your vehicle. More wear on the vehicle means more items to replace like tires, oil changes, brakes, and more. All of these carry their own environmental impact.
Mobile containers are also non-permanent, meaning there is little need to build permanent storage facilities that can only serve one purpose. Many companies use an empty or mostly empty lot to store containers while others use warehouses. These can easily be repurposed following a move or closure. The containers themselves are often sold to another company when no longer needed.
With today's cost of rent and housing, getting the most bang for your buck is vital. Mobile storage units offer extra space without sacrificing room. You don't have to rent a larger, more expensive apartment or buy a larger house. Most portable storage companies are able to place the unit in your driveway, parking space, or any other flat paved surface. Some even include wheels for slight adjustment after it’s placed.
FlexBox Mobile Storage and other select companies have a more flexible system which allows us to take the container off the pavement. This lets you place the container in a spot that’s more convenient, saving you even more space.
We are a locally-owned company that offers fast, low cost, and friendly service. We serve Central Georgia including Greensboro, Madison, Athens, Monroe, Covington, Eatonton, and more. Contact us today to learn more and request a quote!
