Boat & RV Storage

Owners of expensive recreational vehicles, collectible cars and boats are turning to a relatively new concept in self-storage—condominiums. After shelling out big bucks for a big toy, these owners don’t balk at paying $60,000, $75,000 or even $100,000 for a secure place to keep it. Five storage experts offer their views on this exciting new trend. Wes Pettit, Storage Condo ...

Lake Powell and the surrounding Glen Canyon National Recreation Area in Northern Arizona and Southern Utah are said to be breathtaking. Every year more than 3 million people descend upon the 186-mile-long lake, including owners of some of world’s largest houseboats. Because of the abundance of recreational activities in the area, quality boat and RV storage is in increasing demand.Located ...

Materials and construction techniques are always improving, but not all are suitable for a boat/RV storage facility. For example, tilt-wall construction works well for large-warehouse applications but may cause unique challenges for the design and construction of self-storage. Hence, any boat/RV-storage site must be thoroughly evaluated to ensure it will support the type of construction planned. The Right Team Your ...

Increasingly, city governments and neighborhood associations restrict parking RVs and boats. Consumers often turn to the nearest self-storage facility for help during these in-between times. Light the WayLighting is a key component of security. Criminals are more likely to target a facility with insufficient lighting. Although the monthly energy costs for better lighting will be higher, it is worth it ...

Self-storage facilities are looking for other sources of revenue and better ways to use space. There is also a trend toward ancillary services not traditionally a part of self-storage. It's important to be aware of the different exposures, risks, legal and insurance requirements for these ancillary services to best serve your customers. Special Needs Most homeowner associations have restrictions on ...