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How To Rent Storage Online
1. Find a Space to Rent Now
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2. Complete the Online Storage Rental Contract
3. Sign the Contract and Make Your Payment
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4. Get Access & Move-in to Your Unit
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1. Find a Space to Rent Now
Use the search bar to find online storage rentals with a city, zip code, or your device’s location. You can sort facilities by distance, price, storage unit sizes and amenities, or special pricing and deals. Once you’ve found a facility and storage unit that meet your needs, it’s time to Rent Now!
2. Complete the Online Storage Rental Contract
You can rent a storage unit online by filling out our 4-step rental contract. Fill out your contact information, choose a move-in date, and estimate the value of your storage unit's contents. You'll then be able to provide any legal documents such as business tax IDs if needed and choose a protection plan provided by Life Storage or share your own third-party storage insurance.
3. Sign the Contract and Make Your Payment
To get access to your contactless storage unit, simply make the payment for your first month’s rent. Your rental agreement is set up on a flexible month-by-month basis that you can cancel at any time. Sign up for monthly payment reminders or easily set up automatic payments to ensure a hassle-free storage experience– all on our Customer Website! Lastly, you’ll be asked to sign an electronic lease before we send you everything you need to know about accessing and utilizing your storage unit.
4. Get Access & Move-in to Your Unit
Once the online rental process is complete, you will get a personalized code to access the facility at keypads. We’ll also send you a digital map for turn-by-turn directions to your storage unit! The Life Storage Blog offers tips and tricks on topics like organizing a storage unit and keeping your belongings safe in storage to make moving in a breeze.
Helpful Storage Information
Find the Perfect Storage Size
Life Storage offers a wide range of storage unit sizes and prices to serve a variety of needs. It's important to evaluate your belongings to determine whether you need to rent a small storage unit or find large storage space for rent. Generally, you can expect a 5x10 or 5x15 space to be similar in size to a typical one-bedroom apartment. Use our storage unit size estimator to find the storage space that's right for your needs!
Storage Features to Fit Your Needs
Whether you need to rent storage for moving or just to store large items, we have the storage solutions you need. When you rent storage online with Life Storage, you can choose from convenient storage features like indoor and outdoor access, vehicle storage, climate-controlled storage units, drive-up storage, and more. For more information about available storage features, check out our guide to choosing a storage unit.
Top of the Line Security Features
At Life Storage, we prioritize the safety and security of our customers and their belongings. To create the most secure storage environment possible, we utilize top-of-the-line security measures like video surveillance, personalized access codes, proper lighting, and more. Learn more about the actions we take to provide secure self storage today.
Business Storage Solutions
Self storage rentals are an affordable option for local businesses who need space for inventory, equipment, and other essential items. From commercial storage units and flex office space to oversized warehouse storage, Life Storage has a variety of storage solutions tailored toward helping local businesses thrive. Find commercial storage units for rent at Life Storage!
FAQs
Does Life Storage have 24-hour access?
Yes, many Life Storage facilities allow you to access your storage unit around the clock. You can reserve a storage unit online at any time, even if your facility's office is closed!
Can I rent a storage unit online?
Yes, you can rent a storage unit online any time you want with Life Storage. Visit https://www.lifestorage.com and enter your city or area code to reserve a storage unit online today!
How much does it cost to rent a storage unit?
The average cost to rent a storage unit can vary based on a number of factors. Storage rental prices will depend on your location, the size of the unit you're renting, and the amenities you need. Contact our friendly team for help selecting a unit within your budget!
How can I find my storage space?
When your rental is complete, we'll link you to a digital map that shows you exactly where your space is on the property grounds. Use our turn-by-turn directions to find your storage space with ease!
Can I rent a self storage space today but move-in next week?
Yes, you can reserve a storage unit today to move into next week! However, please be aware that when you use Rent Now, your rental starts right away. If you would rather reserve a unit for a future date, choose "Reservation" in the rental options for the space. Your reservation will set the space aside, and you will need to come to the store office to complete the rental agreement.
How do I open and secure my storage unit after renting it?
Once you've completed your rental online, you will have purchased a non-refundable lock which will be waiting for you inside your space. Your storage unit will be secured with a plastic seal, which you'll need to tear away to open the space. Remove the lock from the packaging, and be sure to use the lock to secure your space before you leave.
