Portable Storage Versus Self-Storage – Which Should You Choose?

If you’re in the process of moving, or if you have excess items at your home or office that you would like to put into storage, you may be wondering whether it’s better to go with a traditional, off-site self-storage unit, or whether you should opt for a portable storage option.

The option you choose depends on your specific storage needs. Some portable storage companies will only offer on-site portable storage units, while others will allow you to store your portable units at their facility for short or long-term periods. Self-storage units are off-site, so you’ll need to drive to the facility if you want to access any of your stored items.

To help you make the decision, we’ve broken down both storage choices into a comparison chart for you.

If you choose a self-storage option for your items, take into account the distance of the storage unit from your home or business. Additionally, in climates with humidity and extreme temperatures, it’s usually worth the extra money to pay for a climate-controlled facility so that your items aren’t damaged while in storage.

Our recommendation? BoxCart, of course! We offer the best of both options. If you need portable storage, we’ll bring our BoxCarts to you, so you can store your items on-site for as long as you need. If you prefer to have your items moved off-site, we can store your BoxCart portable unit at our state-of-the-art 100% climate controlled facility. You can access your items when you need them, easily, from our storage facility. Additionally, save yourself the hassle of moving your items—we’ll take your loaded-up BoxCart to our secured facility for you.

Ready to get started? Request a portable storage quote today. Our customer service team is looking forward to serving you.

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