November 12, 2026 · Finance & Legal , Facility Management Pricing that pays: a webinar on base rates, dynamic pricing and rate increases A FEDESSA webinar with Savills, Space4You and Bien Sûr on how self storage operators set base rates, move prices with occupancy and handle existing customer rate increases. Recording, write-up and full transcript. Stora By Stora
January 29, 2026 · Facility Management How to Successfully Operate Wine Storage as Part of Your Self Storage Facility Wine storage is becoming one of the most profitable services in the self storage industry, and it’s growing faster than many operators realise. By Stora
December 9, 2025 · Facility Management , Getting Started A Complete Guide To Self Storage Facility Management There are over 50,000 self storage facilities in the U.S. and over 3,000 in the UK. If you’re planning on investing in your own business, you’re up against some stiff competition. Jenna Wimshurst By Jenna Wimshurst
November 13, 2025 · Facility Management , Marketing & Sales Self Storage for Business: How to Adapt Your Facility for Commercial Customers Business tenants are becoming one of the fastest-growing customer segments in self storage. Jenna Wimshurst By Jenna Wimshurst
October 16, 2025 · Getting Started , Facility Management Choosing the Best Self Storage Management Software for Your Facility: The Questions to Ask Discover the key questions every operator should ask vendors when choosing self storage management software, and why. Gavin Shields By Gavin Shields
September 22, 2025 · Facility Management , Getting Started Self Storage Management Software: What It Is and Why You Need It Get a handle on what is self storage management software in this brief overview, and learn why it's a must-have for today's operators. Gavin Shields By Gavin Shields
June 17, 2025 · Facility Management Understanding UK Self Storage Seasonality: When To Prepare For Demand Spikes The UK self storage industry is experiencing strong and sustained growth. Revenues have surpassed £1 billion annually, marking a significant milestone for the sector. Jenna Wimshurst By Jenna Wimshurst
May 27, 2025 · Facility Management , Getting Started A Complete Guide To Multi-Facility Self Storage Management The self storage industry is a lucrative one. The annual revenue from owning a storage facility in the U.S. can range from $365,000 to $800,000, and £29.13 per square foot in the UK. Jenna Wimshurst By Jenna Wimshurst
May 8, 2025 · Getting Started , Facility Management A Complete Guide To Self Storage Technology In 2025 The right self storage technology can completely change how you run your facility. In fact, businesses that invest in technology see a profit and performance improvement of over 10%. Jenna Wimshurst By Jenna Wimshurst
February 18, 2025 · Facility Management The Top 9 Smart Self Storage Access Control Systems We Recommend Discover the best smart entry systems available to the self storage industry. A detailed breakdown of key features and how to integrate with self storage software to automate access. Jenna Wimshurst By Jenna Wimshurst
February 3, 2025 · Facility Management Everything You Need To Know About Storage Unit Climate Control Renting a climate-controlled self storage unit in the U.S. is, on average, $10 more expensive than a non-climate-controlled one. The average rent for a climate-controlled self storage unit is $149,… Jenna Wimshurst By Jenna Wimshurst
January 16, 2025 · Facility Management Pros And Cons: Should You Offer Your Tenants A Self Storage Kiosk Option? Did you know that installing kiosks at your self storage facility can make your business 26% more profitable than your competitors? Gavin Shields By Gavin Shields
November 7, 2024 · Facility Management Self Storage Remote Management: How to Manage Your Facility from Anywhere Managing a self storage facility remotely has become increasingly popular, with two-thirds of U.S. self storage operators already using remote management tools. Izaak Crook By Izaak Crook
October 24, 2024 · Facility Management Storage Maintenance: A Step-by-Step Checklist for Facility Owners Running a self-storage facility isn’t just about filling vacant units—it’s about keeping those units and the entire property in top condition. Izaak Crook By Izaak Crook
August 30, 2024 · Getting Started , Facility Management , Marketing & Sales How to Automate Your Self Storage Business in 9 Simple Steps Automating your self storage business helps reduce costs and admin and frees you to focus on more impactful tasks, such as business growth. In fact, 88% of small business owners say automation… Gavin Shields By Gavin Shields
July 12, 2024 · Facility Management Everything You Need to Know: Storage Unit Eviction Process If you operate a storage unit, you'll inevitably encounter situations where you must evict a tenant for non-payment or violating your facility's rules. Gavin Shields By Gavin Shields
July 10, 2024 · Finance & Legal , Marketing & Sales , Facility Management 7 Alternative Income Streams for Your Self Storage Facility As a self-storage operator, your core business is renting out units for customers to store their belongings safely. But what if we told you there are several other clever ways to boost revenue from… Stashbee By Stashbee
July 2, 2024 · Facility Management The Ultimate Guide: How To Upgrade To A Contactless Storage Facility You might think running your own self-storage facility requires little effort. But if you do it without automation, it demands constant admin. Gavin Shields By Gavin Shields
August 12, 2023 · Getting Started , Facility Management What Makes A Good Location For Your Caravan Storage Site? Choosing the right location can attract more customers, ensure convenience, and enhance the overall customer experience. Gavin Shields By Gavin Shields
August 11, 2023 · Facility Management Top Tips to keep your Caravan Storage Site Secure Implementing robust security measures not only protects your clients' caravans but also enhances your business's reputation and fosters trust among potential customers. Gavin Shields By Gavin Shields
July 26, 2023 · Facility Management , Getting Started 5 Top Tips For Choosing The Right Caravan Storage Software There are lots of options out there and it's hard to tell at first glance what systems are going to meet your needs the best. Gavin Shields By Gavin Shields
July 24, 2023 · Facility Management Looking For Caravan Storage Software? Look No Further Than Stora Stora is the perfect software solution for anyone starting, already running or growing a caravan storage business. Gavin Shields By Gavin Shields
June 29, 2023 · Marketing & Sales , Product Updates , Facility Management Offer Customers One Minute Move-ins With Stora's Latest Automation Features Let your potential customer get from outside your front gate to inside their new unit in 60 seconds, thanks to our One Minute Move-ins. Steven Hylands By Steven Hylands
January 23, 2023 · Marketing & Sales , Facility Management 7 Signs You Need Self Storage Management Software Running your self storage business manually or on old tech? Here are some red flags that it's time to upgrade your approach. Stora By Stora
January 22, 2023 · Facility Management , Marketing & Sales , Getting Started The Benefits of Self Storage Management Software Discover the main business advantages the right software can deliver in this handy breakdown. Stora By Stora
October 10, 2022 · Facility Management Making the Move to Unmanned Self Storage Transition from traditional self storage to an unmanned self storage model with these five pieces of advice from a fellow operator. Gavin Shields By Gavin Shields
May 10, 2022 · Facility Management , Product Updates Introducing Unmanned Self Storage: Tech + Automation Tips When it comes to turning your current self storage facilities into unmanned ones, you need three key pieces of technology in place, at the minimum: online reservations and payments software, an… Gavin Shields By Gavin Shields
November 25, 2021 · Facility Management Manned Or Unmanned Site – Automation benefits everyone! Whether you’re a self storage startup, an established enterprise, running a single unmanned facility, or multiple facilities with onsite staff, Stora has a range of impressive features that work… Stora By Stora