A Consumer's Guide To Self Storage

Selecting a unit

Self Storage is the most economical and convenient way to store your property. When selecting a unit, remember that the rent is determined by the unit's size. Ask the facility manager to help you choose a size which best fits your requirements.

Remember, a small, efficiently-packed unit will cost less than a larger unit in which the contents are poorly arranged.

The rental agreement

For your protection, insist on a written agreement and read it thoroughly. That manager will answer any questions which you may have. Make note of the payment date and see if the agreement covers pro-rated rental periods. Find out ham and when performance deposits are refunded or forfeited upon termination of the agreement.

Remember to notify the facility in writing if you change your address or phone number.

Insure your goods

Items placed in Self Storage units are the sole responsibility of their owner. Check with your company's insurance provider to see if your coverage already has provision for items stored offsite - you may already be covered. If not, we provide FREE insurance cover to the value of $5000 and your Access Self Storage Consultant will be able to assist you organise additional insurance cover if required.

Prohibited items

Since you alone control access to your storage space, there are some items which should never be placed in a storage unit. They include: live animals, perishable, liquids, explosives, and all flammable liquids and fuels. Gasoline engines should be drained of fuel before storage.

Storing your goods

You control the cost of storing your property in a self storage facility. Since the rental price of a unit depends on its size, the way you pack and arrange your mini-storage unit determines its cost.

See our Storage Tips page to find out how to store your items more efficiently.