Facility Management

January 29, 2026 ·

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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 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

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.

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,…

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?

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.

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.

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…

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.

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…

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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…

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…

By Stora

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How to Successfully Operate Wine Storage as Part of Your Self Storage Facility

A Complete Guide To Self Storage Facility Management

Self Storage for Business: How to Adapt Your Facility for Commercial Customers

Choosing the Best Self Storage Management Software for Your Facility: The Questions to Ask

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

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

A Complete Guide To Multi-Facility Self Storage Management

A Complete Guide To Self Storage Technology In 2025

The Top 9 Smart Self Storage Access Control Systems We Recommend

Everything You Need To Know About Storage Unit Climate Control

Pros And Cons: Should You Offer Your Tenants A Self Storage Kiosk Option?

Self Storage Remote Management: How to Manage Your Facility from Anywhere

Storage Maintenance: A Step-by-Step Checklist for Facility Owners

How to Automate Your Self Storage Business in 9 Simple Steps

Everything You Need to Know: Storage Unit Eviction Process

7 Alternative Income Streams for Your Self Storage Facility

The Ultimate Guide: How To Upgrade To A Contactless Storage Facility

What Makes A Good Location For Your Caravan Storage Site?

Top Tips to keep your Caravan Storage Site Secure

5 Top Tips For Choosing The Right Caravan Storage Software

Looking For Caravan Storage Software? Look No Further Than Stora

Offer Customers One Minute Move-ins With Stora's Latest Automation Features

7 Signs You Need Self Storage Management Software

The Benefits of Self Storage Management Software

Making the Move to Unmanned Self Storage

Introducing Unmanned Self Storage: Tech + Automation Tips

Manned Or Unmanned Site – Automation benefits everyone!

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