Is Self Storage Safe? What to Look for in a Facility
Wondering if self storage is actually secure? Here's what a safe facility should have.
Handing over your belongings to a storage facility means trusting it'll actually be safe there. Here's what genuinely matters when you're checking a facility out.
Gated Access
A facility that anyone can walk into off the street isn't doing much for security. Gated access, ideally with a code or keypad, is one of the most basic and important things to check for.
Cameras, Not Just Signs
Plenty of facilities post "under surveillance" signs without much behind them. Ask directly whether cameras are active and monitored, not just installed.
Well-Lit Grounds
A facility that's dark at night is a facility that's harder to feel safe visiting after hours, and less discouraging to anyone who shouldn't be there.
On-Site Management
A facility with someone actually managing it day to day tends to notice things a fully automated, unmanned lot won't.
A Real Answer About Insurance
Ask directly whether insurance is required, optional, or offered through the facility. A facility that can't give you a straight answer is worth being cautious about.
What We Do at Challenger Storage
We've been in Webster, TX for over 40 years, with gated access, on-site cameras, and a team that's actually present, not just a lot with a lock on the gate. Check out our FAQ page for more on how our facility works, or call us at (281) 332-5913 with any questions before you book.