From surf shops near the shores of Hawaii to ski equipment rental shops in Nevada, every business requires different storage needs based on the season. Instead of tripping over out-of-season inventory, use a self storage unit to declutter your commercial space without removing your prized seasonal items.
Our team at Saf Keep Storage will guide you through the many uses, benefits, and expert advice on using a business storage unit throughout the year.
Using a Storage Unit for Business Year Round
Each season brings about a new set of challenges for those looking into business storage. During transitional periods like spring and fall, your unit can serve as a hub for swapping out seasonal items, such as decorations, promotional materials, sporting equipment, end-of-year documents, and excess inventory.
Interior Designer, Mahsa Afsharpour, relies on Budget Mini Storage (managed by SKS) to store project items for her boutique residential and commercial design firm, Saga Interiors. “I love the convenience of storing accessories and furniture for my projects,” said Mahsa. “Setup was effortless and it’s easy for me to access!” To maximize her storage unit, she installed shelving to display the smaller items she stores, making it easy to grab and go.
With features like shelving for easy organization and flexible access hours, Saf Keep Storage provides the tools you need to streamline your business operations and focus on what you do best.
What Are the Benefits of Using Seasonal Business Storage?
From start-up companies going through their first fiscal year to established organizations looking for a way to make some wiggle room, there are plenty of benefits when it comes to seasonal business storage. Ten of the most prominent benefits you’ll enjoy with our business storage include the following.
1. Cost-Effective Solutions
With Saf Keep Storage, our competitive rates help your business declutter much-needed space without cutting deep into the profit margins or locking you into long-term contracts. However, storage units offer businesses more than just extra space—they can provide flexible cost-effective solutions for a variety of needs.
- Event and trade show supplies: Store bulky event equipment, trade show booths, and marketing materials in a dedicated space, ready to go for your next event.
- E-commerce fulfillment center: Small online businesses can use a storage unit to organize and manage their inventory, making it easier to pack and ship orders efficiently.
- Mobile workshop or tool storage: Contractors, landscapers, and event planners can use storage units as a secure base for tools, equipment, and supplies, reducing the need to transport items daily.
- Bulk stockpiling: Take advantage of bulk purchasing discounts by storing extra stock in a unit, helping to reduce costs without overcrowding your workspace.
2. Inventory Management
During the busiest times of the year, no matter when they are, it can be easy to lose track of select items in your inventory. When renting business storage, you can track your merchandise better in one centralized spot and fulfill your orders. Business storage also helps avoid unnecessary stockpiling or tripping over clutter during a rush.
For businesses or individuals storing seasonal gear like skis and snowboards, proper storage is key to maintaining their quality. Clean them thoroughly, apply a protective wax, and loosen bindings to relieve tension. Use padded covers or bags to prevent scratches, and opt for climate-controlled storage to protect against temperature and humidity changes. With these steps, your gear will be ready for the slopes next season.
Saf Keep locations provide many different unit sizes and types that best fit your business needs. If you are leveraging your unit to rotate seasonal items, a 5×5 storage unit can fit a few boxes. A larger inventory would benefit from unit sizes like a 10×15 or 10×20. Use our online size guide to determine which storage unit best fits your belongings.
3. Convenient Locations
Convenience is a core part of making your business storage experience as seamless and accessible as possible. Mahsa Afsharpour says, “Local access has been phenomenal, especially since my projects are nearby, geographically.” With our storage locations across the western United States, including Hawaii, Saf Keep Storage is the ideal choice for seasonal storage for your business.
But it’s not just about proximity—our flexible storage solutions are designed to cater to businesses of all sizes. Are you an event planner looking for a place to store décor and supplies between gigs? A contractor in need of space for tools and materials? Or perhaps you run an e-commerce business and need additional room for your growing inventory? Whatever your industry, our storage units provide a versatile, cost-effective way to keep your business running smoothly without overcrowding your workspace.
4. Optimized Operational Efficiency
Making room in your commercial space with a storage unit is essential to running your business smoothly. A cluttered business conveys disorganization and inefficiency, leading to lost business opportunities. With a storage unit, however, you can avoid such issues, promoting growth and efficiency throughout the year.
5. Drive-Up Access
Why carry awkward items long distances, especially in crummy weather, when an alternative is right around the corner for your business? Make life easier with our drive-up access, which makes moving into your seasonal storage unit a breeze. Several Saf Keep storage facilities offer drive-up access, allowing you to pull your vehicle directly to your unit door for easy unloading.
6. Temperature-Controlled Storage
You don’t have to limit your business to using one storage type, especially when our temperature-controlled storage can make life infinitely more accessible. These storage units for businesses are kept at consistent temperatures to produce a stable environment for shielding your temperature-sensitive products from brutal cold to blazing heat.
Some everyday items that benefit from our temperature-controlled storage include:
- Electronics
- Collectibles and memorabilia
- Musical instruments
- Artwork
- Photographs
- Upholstered furniture
- Important documents
- Books
Varied sizes of climate-controlled storage best suit different groups of items. Just a few boxes of temperature-sensitive items can reap the rewards of our 5×5 storage units. Appliances, such as refrigerators and washers, will benefit more from larger unit sizes, like 10×15 or 10×20. Adding shelving to your unit can help you maximize space and keep items like boxes, tools, and smaller belongings organized and accessible. Use our online size guide to determine which storage unit best fits your belongings.
7. Vehicle Storage
Another prominent storage type that greatly benefits your business is vehicle storage. Limited spaces in your business or office parking lot make keeping your vehicle intact a tall task. Renting vehicle storage provides various seasonal solutions for keeping your wheels from coming loose.
We recommend you get covered parking in spring and winter to protect your vehicles from snow, rain, and other hazardous weather. Consider storing your company trailers, RVs, and boats for summer vehicle storage. Check which vehicle storage options have full electric hookups, specifically electric vehicles, to keep your ride powered.
8. Security and Protection on Your Inventory
Your business storage unit features many amenities that enhance your experience. Among these amenities are top-notch security features, which include individually alarmed units, fully fenced facilities, and more. With secure seasonal storage for your business, you can restore peace of mind, no matter the season.
9. Flexibility
Being flexible is an essential part of the storage experience. With flexible month-to-month rates, our seasonal business storage allows you to rent your storage unit for as short as one month and as long as you want.
Do you need to rent another storage unit? You can come back with ease by acquiring a new rental!
10. Assess Seasonal Demand
Analyzing your business’s sales data will help you determine which seasons see peak sales and what times of the year see less traffic. This data will help you anticipate any customer rushes and help you prioritize which items you need to keep at the front of your storage unit. You’ll also be able to order accurate amounts of merchandise to prevent overstocking or understocking merchandise.
Seasonal Business Storage Tips
You can optimize your business storage unit throughout the year in several ways. Mahsa Afsharpour states she has “added shelving to [her] storage unit for better display.” But this is just one way to enhance your business storage unit experience. Here are some other creative solutions for seasonal business storage tips:
- Conduct a thorough inventory inspection and create a comprehensive checklist.
- Organize by type and label all boxes before storing.
- Use a spreadsheet or app to keep track of what’s in your unit, making it easier to locate items.
- Clean all merchandise, decorations, equipment, tools, and products before moving in.
- Utilize packing and moving supplies when needed—they’re a game changer.
- Place items you need most often near the front of the storage unit.
Rent the Best Seasonal Business Storage at Saf Keep Storage
Regardless of the season, Saf Keep Storage is your go-to stop for all your seasonal business storage needs. From keeping essential documents out of the sun to shielding your temperature-sensitive belongings from the cold, our flexible and versatile self storage can give your business the boost it needs.
Get started by finding your nearest Saf Keep Storage location online or contacting us today! For more details on maximizing your storage unit, visit our blog, FAQ page, or moving guide.
