Self-Storage Construction Budgeting
Self-Storage Construction Budgeting: What Does It Really Cost? Planning a self-storage facility? Start with a solid construction budget. If you’re planning to build a self-storage facility, one of the first (and most important) steps is setting a realistic construction budget. Whether you’re a seasoned developer or a first-time investor, understanding the full scope of self-storage […]
See How This Wisconsin Mega Storage Project Is Setting a New Standard
See How This Wisconsin Mega Storage Project Is Setting a New Standard Discover how Stor-It Right Storage in Hartland, WI turned 48,000 square feet into a high-performance, high-security storage destination. Built with Trachte’s durable steel systems and featuring Trac-Rite® doors, climate control, LED-lit MEGA units, and over 50 surveillance cameras, this Lake Country facility is […]
Trachte’s Innovative Door and Hallway Solutions for Conversions and New Construction
As a total solution source, Trachte Building Systems delivers cutting-edge door and hallway systems, expertly designed, manufactured, and installed to meet the diverse requirements of both new construction and building conversions. Whether you’re planning a new climate-controlled facility, considering a conversion project, or aiming to enhance an existing structure with interior corridors, Trachte’s advanced systems […]
Self-Storage: Mastering Site Layout and Unit Mix
In the self-storage industry, the design and layout of a facility are as crucial as its location. A well-thought-out site layout and unit mix can significantly enhance operational efficiency, customer satisfaction, and ultimately, profitability. In this article we will review some important factors that influence what you will build and how you will design your […]
Climate Controlled Storage: A Comprehensive Guide
Whether you are building your first facility or expanding, the decision of whether to include climate-controlled units in the project is a common question. Higher rent, better land coverage, and the elimination of moisture and dust in the storage units serve as incentives to build. However, climate-controlled storage presents some unique considerations. Does My Market […]
How to Choose Exterior Self Storage Lighting
In this post I’m going to cover the basics of what you are looking for when choosing wallpack lighting for your self-storage facility. To start, let’s be clear: Trachte does not sell exterior lighting. However, almost everyone who buys a self-storage building is going to need it. And for the purposes of this article, I […]
Why Does Everyone Want to Buy My Self-Storage Site?
If you are a current self-storage owner, you have probably noticed your phone has started ringing more. No, I’m not talking about rental customers, I’m talking about brokers, buyers, and investors. Nearly every day, often multiple times, I’m asked if I would consider selling my self-storage properties. The requests come via phone, email, text, mass […]
Self-Storage Construction: What’s the Cost?
If you have decided that you want to invest in your own self-storage project, creating a construction budget is going to be one of your first tasks. It will also be ever consuming. Many new developers end up with a classic chicken and egg problem. You want to know if a project is worthwhile before […]
Security Cameras for Self-Storage Development
A few months ago, I discussed exterior lighting on this blog, since most of our clients ask us for a recommended light fixture. In this post I’m going to talk about the next question that usually comes up: Security cameras. Whether or not you should install cameras is not even a question. Every self-storage facility […]
Preventing Ice Dams on Storage Buildings
In most of the country including here in Wisconsin, winter is here. And with that comes the annual discussion that we all have. No, I don’t mean the one where we question why we live in Wisconsin. And no, not the one where we discuss how old Aaron Rogers is getting but dang the guy […]