storing your family's overflow in a storage unit

Renting a storage unit for sporting goods can be a good idea if you've decided to start using your garage for other things than storage, such as a large space to park a vehicle or for a personal workshop. Regardless of what you intend on placing in your self-storage unit, it's important that you take the time to look into the right steps involved with keeping all the sporting goods in the best condition.

Ease of Access for Bikes and Larger Equipment

Your storage unit should be easy to use, allowing you to simply show up and load the unit up with your items. If you're planning on storing a bicycle and other large sporting equipment, it's crucial that you look into how easy the unit is to access.

For example, you may want to look into if a bicycle rack can be used inside to reduce wear on the bike and the unit's proximity to the entrance of the facility for larger equipment such as a jet-ski or lawnmower.

Security Features and Insurance

In order for the storage unit to feel like a safe space for your belongings, it's important to ask about the security features present. You'll want to ensure that the facility has secure fences and a locked gate, along with surveillance cameras and night patrols for extra security.

Along with checking the security of the facility, make sure to ask about if insurance is provided for the contents of your storage unit.

Climate Control Equipped for Your Items 

One of the most important things to look for when storing any sensitive items in a storage unit is climate control. If the temperature fluctuates too much, your items are at risk of damage. By asking about climate control, you'll be able to get an idea of the cost involved and whether your items can stay in good condition while in storage.

Permission to Store the Sporting Goods

Another important thing to ask about before committing to a particular storage facility is whether you have permission to store your sporting goods. There's always the chance that some of your items may not be allowed at the storage facility, especially if they require fuel, such as a jet-ski or sand buggy. By asking about their policies on sporting goods, you can be sure that you'll end up with a good storage unit.

Taking your time to look into your options for self storage facilities, and storing sporting goods in particular, will help ensure that you'll end up with a unit that suits your items safely.