{"id":9,"date":"2022-07-11T17:20:28","date_gmt":"2022-07-11T17:20:28","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.ministoragedepot.com\/?page_id=9"},"modified":"2025-05-29T14:20:05","modified_gmt":"2025-05-29T14:20:05","slug":"faqs","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.ministoragedepot.com\/faqs\/","title":{"rendered":"Frequently Asked Storage Questions (FAQ)"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We are committed to making your storage experience informative and hassle-free. Here you will find answers to the most frequently-asked self storage questions. If you can\u2019t find the answer you need, our self storage professionals will be happy to help you; just call the location nearest you for further details.<\/p>\n\n\n<div id=\"resources-block_6324ae585b120\" class=\"faq-accordion\">\n    <div class=\"accordion mt-3\" id=\"faqAccordion\">\n                <div class=\"card\">\n        <div class=\"card-header\" id=\"headingblock_6324ae585b120-0\">\n            <h2 class=\"mb-0\">\n                <button class=\"btn btn-link collapsed\" type=\"button\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-target=\"#collapseblock_6324ae585b120-0\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"collapseblock_6324ae585b120-0\">\n                    <span>How do I get started?<\/span>\n                <\/button>\n            <\/h2>\n        <\/div>\n        <div id=\"collapseblock_6324ae585b120-0\" class=\"collapse\" aria-labelledby=\"headingblock_6324ae585b120-0\" data-parent=\"#faqAccordion\">\n            <span class=\"card-body\">\n                <p>From the home page, click on Locations and find the Mini Storage Depot facility nearest you. You can get a free quote, reserve a space online, request more information or call the location and speak to a Mini Storage Depot storage professional.<\/p>\n            <\/span>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n                        <div class=\"card\">\n        <div class=\"card-header\" id=\"headingblock_6324ae585b120-1\">\n            <h2 class=\"mb-0\">\n                <button class=\"btn btn-link collapsed\" type=\"button\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-target=\"#collapseblock_6324ae585b120-1\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"collapseblock_6324ae585b120-1\">\n                    <span>What types of storage do you offer?<\/span>\n                <\/button>\n            <\/h2>\n        <\/div>\n        <div id=\"collapseblock_6324ae585b120-1\" class=\"collapse\" aria-labelledby=\"headingblock_6324ae585b120-1\" data-parent=\"#faqAccordion\">\n            <span class=\"card-body\">\n                <p>We welcome both Personal Storage and Business Storage customers. Personal Storage units are available for furniture, file cabinets, family keepsakes or seasonal lawn and garden equipment. For business professionals, we offer Business Storage units where file cabinets, documents and office furniture can be securely stored and easily accessed.<\/p>\n            <\/span>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n                        <div class=\"card\">\n        <div class=\"card-header\" id=\"headingblock_6324ae585b120-2\">\n            <h2 class=\"mb-0\">\n                <button class=\"btn btn-link collapsed\" type=\"button\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-target=\"#collapseblock_6324ae585b120-2\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"collapseblock_6324ae585b120-2\">\n                    <span>What kind of security features do you offer?<\/span>\n                <\/button>\n            <\/h2>\n        <\/div>\n        <div id=\"collapseblock_6324ae585b120-2\" class=\"collapse\" aria-labelledby=\"headingblock_6324ae585b120-2\" data-parent=\"#faqAccordion\">\n            <span class=\"card-body\">\n                <p>We offer state-of-the-art technology, including: building intruder alarms, computer-controlled access, individual unit door alarms, multi-camera video surveillance and high-security unit locks (features vary by location).<\/p>\n            <\/span>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n                        <div class=\"card\">\n        <div class=\"card-header\" id=\"headingblock_6324ae585b120-3\">\n            <h2 class=\"mb-0\">\n                <button class=\"btn btn-link collapsed\" type=\"button\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-target=\"#collapseblock_6324ae585b120-3\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"collapseblock_6324ae585b120-3\">\n                    <span>What are your unit sizes?<\/span>\n                <\/button>\n            <\/h2>\n        <\/div>\n        <div id=\"collapseblock_6324ae585b120-3\" class=\"collapse\" aria-labelledby=\"headingblock_6324ae585b120-3\" data-parent=\"#faqAccordion\">\n            <span class=\"card-body\">\n                <p>Unit sizes range from approximately 4 x 3 to 40 x 40 and about 10\u2019 high, depending on location. Many facilities also offer smaller and larger spaces, from storage lockers to extra-large units. Ask our Mini Storage Depot professionals what type of unit best suits your needs or use our Storage Calculator to determine the right amount of space for you.<\/p>\n            <\/span>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n                        <div class=\"card\">\n        <div class=\"card-header\" id=\"headingblock_6324ae585b120-4\">\n            <h2 class=\"mb-0\">\n                <button class=\"btn btn-link collapsed\" type=\"button\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-target=\"#collapseblock_6324ae585b120-4\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"collapseblock_6324ae585b120-4\">\n                    <span>Do you have climate-controlled units?<\/span>\n                <\/button>\n            <\/h2>\n        <\/div>\n        <div id=\"collapseblock_6324ae585b120-4\" class=\"collapse\" aria-labelledby=\"headingblock_6324ae585b120-4\" data-parent=\"#faqAccordion\">\n            <span class=\"card-body\">\n                <p>Mini Storage Depot offers temperature-controlled storage units, which maintain a set temperature range to insulate and preserve your belongings, are available at many facilities. Inquire at the facility nearest you about temperature-controlled storage units.<\/p>\n            <\/span>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n                        <div class=\"card\">\n        <div class=\"card-header\" id=\"headingblock_6324ae585b120-5\">\n            <h2 class=\"mb-0\">\n                <button class=\"btn btn-link collapsed\" type=\"button\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-target=\"#collapseblock_6324ae585b120-5\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"collapseblock_6324ae585b120-5\">\n                    <span>Do I have to sign a long-term storage contract?<\/span>\n                <\/button>\n            <\/h2>\n        <\/div>\n        <div id=\"collapseblock_6324ae585b120-5\" class=\"collapse\" aria-labelledby=\"headingblock_6324ae585b120-5\" data-parent=\"#faqAccordion\">\n            <span class=\"card-body\">\n                <p>Due to storage lien-laws, all new tenants are required to sign a lease agreement with Mini Storage Depot in order to store their belongings. The length of the lease can be as short as 1 month, or as long as you&#8217;d like! The leasing process is very simple and does not require more than a few minutes of your time. To learn more about the leasing process, please contact your local Mini Storage Depot today!<\/p>\n            <\/span>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n                        <div class=\"card\">\n        <div class=\"card-header\" id=\"headingblock_6324ae585b120-6\">\n            <h2 class=\"mb-0\">\n                <button class=\"btn btn-link collapsed\" type=\"button\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-target=\"#collapseblock_6324ae585b120-6\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"collapseblock_6324ae585b120-6\">\n                    <span>Do you provide dollies or carts to help me move my things?<\/span>\n                <\/button>\n            <\/h2>\n        <\/div>\n        <div id=\"collapseblock_6324ae585b120-6\" class=\"collapse\" aria-labelledby=\"headingblock_6324ae585b120-6\" data-parent=\"#faqAccordion\">\n            <span class=\"card-body\">\n                <p>Dollies and handcarts are available at each facility to aid in your move-in and move-out processes.<\/p>\n            <\/span>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n                        <div class=\"card\">\n        <div class=\"card-header\" id=\"headingblock_6324ae585b120-7\">\n            <h2 class=\"mb-0\">\n                <button class=\"btn btn-link collapsed\" type=\"button\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-target=\"#collapseblock_6324ae585b120-7\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"collapseblock_6324ae585b120-7\">\n                    <span>Do I need storage insurance?<\/span>\n                <\/button>\n            <\/h2>\n        <\/div>\n        <div id=\"collapseblock_6324ae585b120-7\" class=\"collapse\" aria-labelledby=\"headingblock_6324ae585b120-7\" data-parent=\"#faqAccordion\">\n            <span class=\"card-body\">\n                <p>Protection on your storage unit is required to lease a unit. We do offer a protection plan that can conveniently be paid with your monthly rent. You can also check with your personal insurance provider and provide that proof of insurance upon renting. Please be advised parking spots and vehicles are not covered under our protection plan<\/p>\n            <\/span>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n                        <div class=\"card\">\n        <div class=\"card-header\" id=\"headingblock_6324ae585b120-8\">\n            <h2 class=\"mb-0\">\n                <button class=\"btn btn-link collapsed\" type=\"button\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-target=\"#collapseblock_6324ae585b120-8\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"collapseblock_6324ae585b120-8\">\n                    <span>Do you offer RV\/boat\/car\/motorcycle parking?<\/span>\n                <\/button>\n            <\/h2>\n        <\/div>\n        <div id=\"collapseblock_6324ae585b120-8\" class=\"collapse\" aria-labelledby=\"headingblock_6324ae585b120-8\" data-parent=\"#faqAccordion\">\n            <span class=\"card-body\">\n                <p>Mini Storage Depot offers\u00a0<a href=\"\/rv-boat-storage\/\">vehicle and boat storage<\/a>\u00a0at some facilities, but not all. Please check with the facility nearest you.<\/p>\n            <\/span>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n                        <div class=\"card\">\n        <div class=\"card-header\" id=\"headingblock_6324ae585b120-9\">\n            <h2 class=\"mb-0\">\n                <button class=\"btn btn-link collapsed\" type=\"button\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-target=\"#collapseblock_6324ae585b120-9\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"collapseblock_6324ae585b120-9\">\n                    <span>What is the difference between access hours and office hours?<\/span>\n                <\/button>\n            <\/h2>\n        <\/div>\n        <div id=\"collapseblock_6324ae585b120-9\" class=\"collapse\" aria-labelledby=\"headingblock_6324ae585b120-9\" data-parent=\"#faqAccordion\">\n            <span class=\"card-body\">\n                <p>Office hours indicate the presence of a Property Manager who provides in-person customer service, such as accepting payments, answering questions, selling supplies, etc. During access hours, you can use your gate code to access your storage unit, but a Property Manager may not be on hand to assist you.<\/p>\n            <\/span>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n            <\/div><\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>We are committed to making your storage experience informative and hassle-free. 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