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How wide should a drive lane be for a full-size truck pulling a 16' utility trailer to comfortably make a 90-degree turn. Thank you, Paul ------------------------------ Paul Lash Sandy Beach Boat *RV* Self Storage Azle TX (817) 889-6762 --------- ... More

We ran into a similar issue at one of our facilities a few years back with PTAC units in small office/storage combos. Those hotel-style through-the-wall systems are convenient because you can swap them quickly, but finding technicians who actually want ... More

Buying Storage Facilities in Texas – 20,000+ NRSF My name is Anthony Poni, Owner & CEO of Clear Asset Advisors. We are actively looking to acquire self-storage facilities in Texas at 20,000 sq ft net rentable and above. We are serious buyers and ... More

Edward, thanks for sharing. Many may disagree with Extra Space and how they manage their revenue but I’m certain they are doing everything legally. Their fee structure when payments are not made on time are surely stated clearly in the lease. The rates, ... More

In August we made the decision to require all customers to have contents coverage unless they brought in proof of coverage. Minimal coverage is $2500 for $15/month. Very little pushback from customers. It's a benefit for them and the owner. If the ... More

Thanks!!! I did get a few recommendations, but this one may be the best, i will give them a call, prices are a little higher than i was expecting so having to rethink things. ------------------------------ Matt Cray Owner Expo RV & Boat Storage Salado ... More

Matt --- It is a great question and off line I can give you some of the groups I work with that can do a design build. On this thread, for others too, you want to spend as little money as possible when making your decisions. The design build is down the ... More

I have 58,000 SF of land off the downtown area of Dallas. I improved it with a low-cost, single story, non-climate controlled, outside entry facility instead of an investment-grade, institutional quality, multi-story, climate-controlled facility in hopes ... More

Donald, we have an insurance work group that is working to put this together. You would be a welcomed addition to that group. Please contact Griffin Kehler @ 214-862-7788 to catch up. JMc John McAfee 214-923-0070 - John@TheStoragePlace.ORG More

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Thank you so much! ------------------------------ Andrew Marrero Regional Manager Ideal Self Storage Waco TX (254) 715-6410 ------------------------------ More

Hi to all, I built an 8,100 sf climate controlled building (I purchased pre-engineered with seal from texas approved engineer), now as requesting certificate of occupancy the city (who uses aoka as 3rd party inspector) is declining to approve and has ... More

I know there is a three property group north of Houston. Contact Adam Schober at +1 (903) 941-3655 to get the intro. Good luck. John McAfee Owner 214-923-0070 John@TheStoragePlace.org www.TheStoragePlace.org --------------------------------- John McAfee ... More

Neal, send me whatever info you can and I’ll call or respond with what may be good next steps. John McAfee Owner 214-923-0070 John@TheStoragePlace.org www.TheStoragePlace.org --------------------------------- John McAfee CEO / Owner The Storage ... More

Thanks to all who replied to my post. Appreciate the resources through TXSSA. Ginny Mapp DADDY'S TOY BOX BOAT STORAGE (903) 814-4498 1381 West FM 120 Pottsboro, TX 75076 www.dtbboatstorage.com "In a world where you can be anything, be ... More