Renting vs. Buying Your Storage Unit

There are many reasons that you may be in the market for a storage unit. Whether you are moving or recently divorced and need a temporary space to store your things, you have run out of room to store things at your home and need a long term solution, storage units can be used for a variety of circumstances. Once you have decided that you will definitely need additional storage, you also have the option to rent or buy the unit outright. We will go over the benefits of each option to help you decide which is best for you.

Renting a Storage Unit

Renting a storage unit is the more popular option for most people, and for good reason. Perhaps the biggest benefit of renting is that you pay month to month and there are no long term commitments. You can even set up an automatic monthly payment, to make the whole process even easier. This is ideal for those looking to store their things for anywhere from a few months to a couple of years. Renting also allows you to adjust the size of your unit at any time depending on how much storage you need. You may start off with a small unit for just a few boxes, but slowly work your way up to a larger unit to store larger items. With having a rental unit, you get the peace of mind knowing that your belongings are safe and secure in a protected facility. These facilities are often secured by a gate with keycard access only and closed-circuit TVs.

Buying Your Own Storage Unit

The best alternative to renting is simply buying your own storage unit and putting it on your property. These units are made of durable steel that will last decades with little to no maintenance. One of the biggest benefits of owning your own unit is its convenience. Making constant trips to a rental facility requires extra time and gas, and sometimes only available certain hours. Another benefit of owning your own unit is that you can completely customize it to your specific needs with lighting, shelves, ventilation and more. Finally, buying a storage unit is an investment. While it may cost more upfront, you can often sell the storage unit once you are done using it.

Whatever option works best for you, Aztec A-1 Storage in Midland & Odessa, TX can offer both! We provide a variety of rental units in many sizes, and sell storage containers you can keep on your own property. For more information about each option, please contact our team today.