Blog: Planning on working out of a Storage Unit?

A lot of people find themselves questioning if you can work out of a Storage unit. The answer is no, but there are ways that a storage unit can benefit your small business.

No, it is not allowed for you to change your unit into an office or workshop, but standard self-storage can be very useful for your business. Everyone can benefit from extra space to store extra inventory, records and any other excess business-related items, and a storage unit may be the perfect low cost space for your business.

Self-storage can be a great solution for storing business related items for the following types of businesses

• Online retailers- Storage units are a great solution for online retailers to store their inventory.
• Contractors and Landscapers- Storage units work great for storing tools, supplies and trailers
• Theaters and Galleries- Climate controlled self-storage units can be a great please to store art and stage equipment for a small theater or gallery.

Important things to remember when renting a unit for your growing business.

• Ask a manager before conducting any following business activities inside your unit
  • Operating machinery
  • Meeting customers
  • Installing anything including but not limited to wiring, phones, attached shelving ect.
  • Connecting to electricity

Self-Storage is more useful and versatile than you would think. Small businesses are always welcome to StorWise Self Storage. Take a look at our locations and see if we can accommodate your small or large business today. If you have any questions done be shy to contact your local StorWise Manager.