What Self Storage Security Features Matter Most?
When you put your belongings in personal or business storage, it feels great to know they’re secure. And thankfully, today’s storage facilities use more than just a lock—they have digital video recording cameras and smart unit monitoring to help guard your items.
Overall, it’s a wise idea to choose a storage security facility that offers more than the basics. The storage experts at My Garage Self Storage® will guide you through the key security features to consider when renting a storage unit.
Important Self Storage Security Features To Look For
It’s important to consider storage units that have security features designed to guard your belongings. We recommend looking for the following features:
24/7 Digital Video Recording Cameras
Digital video recording cameras are set up all around My Garage Self Storage® facilities to help guard your belongings. These clear, high-quality cameras record 24/7, and if anything unexpected happens, the video can show exactly what took place, when, and where, so we can solve the problem.
Controlled Gate Access
To get into the storage facility, each person uses their own special PIN. This means only people who are allowed to be there can get in. It also lets us keep track of who comes and goes, which adds another layer of security for your belongings.
On-Site Management and Lighting
A storage facility that has bright lights and helpful staff can keep your items secure. Good lighting makes it easier to see what’s going on, even at night, and can deter unauthorized individuals. Plus, having on-site management around during office hours can offer peace of mind.
Self Storage Alarm Systems
Self-storage smart unit monitoring systems, like StorageDefender, bring the smart home-like experience over to self-storage. They add a layer of security and peace of mind by watching your storage unit around the clock. If any activity is detected within your storage unit, you will instantly be notified via text message. This keeps your belongings secure without you needing to be there in person.
What Security Level Should You Choose?
At My Garage Self Storage®, we have special upgrades that help you stay in control and keep your items secure.
Storage Unit Equipped With StorageDefender Smart Unit Monitoring
In this better option with StorageDefender, your storage unit has smart unit security. If there’s any movement inside your storage unit, you’ll get a text alert on your phone asking if it was you. No app, Bluetooth, or WIFI required. This is a significant step up from regular storage units and offers you greater peace of mind knowing your belongings are secure 24/7.
StorageDefender Smart Unit Monitoring and Uncuttable Cylinder Lock
This option, considered the best choice, gives you the highest level of security. You get everything in the storage equipped with the StorageDefender Smart Unit package, including real-time motion alerts and an audible beeper deterrent with StorageDefender.
Your storage unit also comes with an uncuttable cylinder lock that can’t be broken with bolt cutters. This strong lock makes it perfect for keeping items you plan on storing for a long time.
Upgrade Your Security With Value-Based Pricing (VBP) Options at My Garage Self Storage®
When picking your storage unit, think about what you’re storing and how secure you want it to be. Some people just need basic defense, while others want the best of self storage security systems out there. At My Garage Self Storage®, our VBP lets you choose what’s ideal for you.
Check out our Smart Technology upgrades and feel good about your choice. When you’re ready, contact us online to rent or reserve your storage unit today!