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September 24, 2025

How To Start an RV Storage Business (Tips For Boat Storage Included)

The recreational vehicle (RV) and boating industries have seen some massive growth in recent years, creating a significant demand for safe and reliable self storage options.

By Stora

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.

By Gavin Shields

September 10, 2025 ·

Marketing & Sales

Stora’s Insider Guide to FEDESSA 2025

Your must-see sessions, tours and Dublin hotspots

By Jenna Wimshurst

August 25, 2025 ·

Marketing & Sales

From live to thriving: getting results from your Stora Storefront

Hundreds of operators use Stora to generate thousands of online bookings each month. ~50% of online bookings come directly from search engines like Google — through organic listings or paid ads.

By Steven Hylands

August 22, 2025 ·

Finance & Legal

Self Storage Competitor Pricing: How To Stand Out From Your Competition

On average, renting a 50 square foot self storage unit in the UK costs around £95 per month. In the U.S., the average rental price for similar units has dropped somewhat, from around $99 in 2023…

By Gavin Shields

August 5, 2025 ·

Marketing & Sales

How To Grow Your Self Storage Business With Local Partnerships

Growing a self storage business isn’t just about increasing your advertising spend or adding more units to your site. It’s also about building smart, strategic relationships with businesses in your…

By Jenna Wimshurst

July 25, 2025 ·

Marketing & Sales , Getting Started

Self Storage Social Media Marketing Tips To Grow Your Business In 2026

If your self storage facility is only marketing to people actively searching for units, you’re missing out on a huge opportunity.

By Izaak Crook

July 21, 2025 ·

Getting Started

Indoor Self Storage vs. Outdoor Container Storage: the Pros and Cons

As a self storage owner or investor, deciding whether to build an indoor facility or go down the outdoor container route is one of the most important early calls you'll make.

By Gavin Shields

June 25, 2025 ·

Marketing & Sales

11 Self Storage Customer Service Best Practices (Including Tips For Unstaffed Facilities)

In today’s self storage market, convenience and automation are expected, but excellent customer service keeps people coming back.

By Izaak Crook

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.

By Jenna Wimshurst

June 10, 2025 ·

Getting Started

Farm Diversification: 11 Ideas For Additional Income Streams

Farms cover around 70% of the UK’s total land area, playing a vital role in not just food production but in shaping the rural economy.

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.

By Jenna Wimshurst

May 20, 2025 ·

Getting Started

How to Find the Perfect Location for Your Self Storage Business

Opening a self storage facility is a rewarding opportunity, but selecting the right location is key to long-term success. In this blog, we guide you through the process of selecting a suitable site…

By Steven Hylands

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%.

By Jenna Wimshurst

April 23, 2025 ·

Finance & Legal

Automating Self Storage Finances: Brant’s Success with SubSync and Stora

Brant Self Storage is a UK-based self storage provider that primarily caters to individuals moving house—a customer segment that values efficiency and reliability. With a team of 10 working out of…

By Jenna Wimshurst

April 15, 2025 ·

Getting Started

Farm Diversification: How To Start A Storage Business On Your Farm

There are currently over 200,000 farms in the UK, using 17 million hectares of land. Many of these farms have extra land and buildings available that can be diversified for farmers to create an…

By Jenna Wimshurst

April 10, 2025 ·

Marketing & Sales , Getting Started

How To Generate Self Storage Leads And Maximize Revenue

For self storage facilities, generating a consistent flow of leads is one of the biggest challenges operators face. In fact, 65% of businesses are struggling to generate leads.

By Izaak Crook

April 3, 2025 ·

Finance & Legal

How To Navigate Your Next Self Storage Price Increase

The average storage costs in the UK are £26.23 per square foot, with price variations by unit size. In the U.S., the average storage unit cost typically ranges from $60 to $180 per month.

By Gavin Shields

March 24, 2025 ·

Getting Started

13 Mistakes to Avoid When Starting Your Self Storage Business

Starting a self storage business can be a highly profitable investment, offering long-term financial stability and growth potential.

By Jenna Wimshurst

March 18, 2025 ·

Marketing & Sales

How to Get Your Self Storage Website Noticed on Google: Simple Steps to Drive Traffic

So, you’ve set up your domain, created content for your pages, and launched your new self storage website, but now you’re wondering why it’s not appearing on Google yet. The good news is that there…

By Jenna Wimshurst

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How To Start an RV Storage Business (Tips For Boat Storage Included)

Self Storage Management Software: What It Is and Why You Need It

Stora’s Insider Guide to FEDESSA 2025

From live to thriving: getting results from your Stora Storefront

Self Storage Competitor Pricing: How To Stand Out From Your Competition

How To Grow Your Self Storage Business With Local Partnerships

Self Storage Social Media Marketing Tips To Grow Your Business In 2026

Indoor Self Storage vs. Outdoor Container Storage: the Pros and Cons

11 Self Storage Customer Service Best Practices (Including Tips For Unstaffed Facilities)

Understanding UK Self Storage Seasonality: When To Prepare For Demand Spikes

Farm Diversification: 11 Ideas For Additional Income Streams

A Complete Guide To Multi-Facility Self Storage Management

How to Find the Perfect Location for Your Self Storage Business

A Complete Guide To Self Storage Technology In 2025

Automating Self Storage Finances: Brant’s Success with SubSync and Stora

Farm Diversification: How To Start A Storage Business On Your Farm

How To Generate Self Storage Leads And Maximize Revenue

How To Navigate Your Next Self Storage Price Increase

13 Mistakes to Avoid When Starting Your Self Storage Business

How to Get Your Self Storage Website Noticed on Google: Simple Steps to Drive Traffic

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