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Self Storage Unit Security
You load a dresser, a few boxes of seasonal gear, and some documents into a storage unit and lock the door. What happens after that depends on the setup at...
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You load a dresser, a few boxes of seasonal gear, and some documents into a storage unit and lock the door. What happens after that depends on the setup at the storage facility you chose. Access Self Storage operates storage facilities across New Jersey, Connecticut, and New York, each one built around a layered approach to storage unit security that combines controlled entry, video recording, and lighting.
How Layered Storage Facility Security Works
Most storage facilities combine several systems rather than relying on a single method. A perimeter fence or wall marks the boundary of the property, controlled gate entry limits who comes through, and a 24/7 video recording system documents activity in drive lanes and common areas. Each layer covers a different part of the property, and together they narrow the number of points where entry goes unrecorded.
Well-lit drive lanes and hallways make evening visits more comfortable, and they improve what the video recording cameras pick up after dark. On-site staff at many Access Self Storage locations add another point of contact during business hours.
Storage Unit Placement and Access Type Also Matter
Interior storage units accessed through a hallway add a physical buffer compared with drive-up storage units that open onto an outdoor aisle. Drive-up access cuts down on carrying items across parking lots and hallways, which saves time on move-in day. Neither is inherently better; the right choice depends on what you are storing and how often you need to get in.
That same tradeoff runs through all the self storage unit types at every Access Self Storage location, where door size, floor level, and hallway access vary more than the square footage suggests. Ground-floor storage units with drive-up access work well for furniture and larger items that are difficult to carry, while upper-floor interior storage units suit items you plan to leave undisturbed for longer periods.
How To Store Your Items With Security in Mind
Security at the storage facility is one half of the picture, and the way you set up your storage unit is the other. Write down an inventory of what goes in and take a few photos before you close the door the first time, since both make it easier to notice later if something is missing or damaged.
Grouping items by how often you need them is an excellent storage tip, and it cuts down on how many trips you make through the gate in the first place. Adding unit shelving turns the vertical space into usable room and keeps boxes off the floor, which is worth pricing out before move-in day rather than after.
Rent a Secure Storage Unit With Access Self Storage
Contact us or call us today at 888-780-5400 to rent a storage unit at the facility nearest to you, or compare access hours and security features across all our storage locations.
Frequently Asked Questions About Self Storage Unit Security
Access Self Storage storage facilities include a 24/7 video recording system, gated entry with a unique tenant access code, individually alarmed storage units, and brightly lit common areas. Several locations also have on-site staff during business hours, so contact your nearest location to confirm what comes with your rental.
No. A special lock is included with your rental at no additional cost, and the key stays with you. If you would rather use a lock you already own, ask the storage facility staff which types fit their unit doors.
Yes. Unit alarms add monitoring at the storage unit door, not only at the entrance to the property, and the 24/7 video recording system covers drive lanes and common access areas.
Some homeowners and renters policies extend limited coverage to items stored off-site, though the limits tend to be lower than for belongings at home, which is the gap that tenant insurance through Access Self Storage is meant to cover. Call us at 888-780-5400 to go over what applies at your location.