Facility Refurbishing

To say the development of the Thornwood Self Storage Center in Thornwood, N.Y., was a challenge is an understatement of lofty proportions. In fact, the project unrolled as a series of challenges that tested the ingenuity of everyone involved: owners, engineering consultants, construction crews, security specialists, building manufacturer and the local community. The first major hurdle was converting the existing ...

If you’ve been reading or listening to the news, you cannot help but feel that eerie pit in your stomach as you absorb the cloud of economic gloom. But is this doom really true for every industry? Forecasting the economic future for Canada is a challenge and may take some time to clearly define just how dismal it will be. ...

When it comes to the overall appearance of your self-storage facility, image truly has an impact on your success. In today’s business environment, perception is reality to most people. Your tenants and prospects look at your facility with a critical eye, and if they don’t like what they see, it will surely affect your bottom line.  One of the most ...

Lake Powell and the surrounding Glen Canyon National Recreation Area in Northern Arizona and Southern Utah are said to be breathtaking. Every year more than 3 million people descend upon the 186-mile-long lake, including owners of some of world’s largest houseboats. Because of the abundance of recreational activities in the area, quality boat and RV storage is in increasing demand.Located ...

A friend of mind once founded a magazine for the women of Orange County, Calif., and enjoyed immediate attention and success by featuring a cover story titled, ”How to Marry a Rich Man.” Self-storage owners also like clientele who are well-to-do and have found new ways to attract them.In the beginning, it was assumed the only way to draw storage ...