Whether it’s the continued uncertainty of tariffs and the supply chain for retailers, onsite equipment and material storage for contractors, or transitioning to a new business space during a move, when your business has a storage space shortage, it can impact security, efficiency, productivity, and more.
Here, we share 11 benefits of renting storage containers for your business storage needs.
1. Storage Containers are Affordable
Storage containers provide a secure, accessible, and cost-effective solution ideal for many business needs. It spares you the cost of moving to a larger space, renting or buying a warehouse, or investing in costly renovations and expansion.
You have a secure container that can be delivered to your location or kept at a nearby storage facility, providing access whenever needed. If the container meets your needs, you can also opt to buy a storage container as an affordable long-term business storage solution.
2. Storage Containers Make Sense for Temporary Storage
If your business storage needs are only temporary, a container rental is convenient. You can rent them on a week-to-week or month-to-month basis, and in some cases, even by the day. As a result, you invest the minimum amount required to meet your needs as a hassle-free storage solution for the short term.
3. Storage Containers are a Smart Business Investment for Long-Term Storage
Buying a storage container is an excellent investment if you need a long-term business storage solution. A well-maintained storage container retains and can increase its value.
As new uses for containers continue to emerge, you’ll likely find your storage container in high demand. Once you find a permanent storage solution that works for you, you can sell it for a profit.
4. Storage Containers are Highly Secure
Made of thick stainless steel, business storage container rentals offer high security with a minimum investment. The door is sealed with a lockbox and heavy steel doors designed to keep intruders and pests out that can damage your goods.
At the same time, the single-handle locking mechanism opens with ease for those with access. Special housing on the container’s exterior makes removing or tampering with the doors impossible for added security.
5. Storage Containers Stand Up to the Elements
Storage containers are designed to withstand gruelling travels on the high seas. Thanks to a wind—and water-tight seal that effortlessly withstands Canadian weather, you can feel confident that your items will be protected against damage.
6. Storage Containers Are Spacious
Regardless of your needs, containers are available in different sizes, allowing you to find the ideal square footage for your business storage, including:
- 10-foot lengths or 15.95 cubic meters
- 20-foot lengths or 33.9 cubic meters
- 40 feet or 67.7 cubic meters
You can also request a high cube container that adds approximately 12% more cubic storage space. We can help you determine how much storage space you require.
7. Storage Containers are Presentable
If you are concerned about presentation, reputable container rental services have neutral containers to protect your brand image. Whether you are a contractor or builder with on-site storage container rentals, require storage at an event for your supplies, or are setting up temporary offices at a construction site, clean, well-maintained storage containers can present a professional image.
8. Storage Containers are Suited to a Wide Range of Business Applications
Regardless of your business type, storage containers are highly versatile, offering the ideal business storage solution with endless applications, including but not limited to
- Secure, safe storage at construction sites for valuable tools, equipment and materials
- Dry, well-ventilated storage for retailers such as promotional signage, seasonal decorations, or inventory overages
- Additional seating and decorative elements for event companies
- Seasonal kitchen equipment, such as BBQs and outdoor seating for caterers
- TV and film sets
- Car dealership automotive parts, tools, and promotional signage
- Excess supplies, inventory, office records, furnishings, documents, etc., for offices
- Landscaping company tools, heavy equipment and hardscaping materials
- Farm storage including agricultural equipment, supplies, livestock feed, etc.
- Oil rig and mining equipment
- Storage for seasonal furniture, games/activity supplies, seating for bookings such as weddings for event halls, hotels, resorts, etc.
- Emergency equipment at disaster sites
9. Storage Containers Offer Easy Delivery & Pickup
Quickly reserve, book, and receive delivery of storage containers, often the same day, so you can immediately use your new business storage. However, hire a company that offers flexible delivery options suited to your location, such as tilt and load flatbeds.
For longer-term storage, speak to a consultant to discuss your needs and identify challenges, such as how much clearance is needed for safe access and drop off. For example, our team ensures your container door opens freely from obstacles using the best door orientation for your site.
Once your rental is complete, simply arrange pickup based on your schedule to free up space and avoid paying unnecessary rental fees for an empty container.
10. Storage Containers are an All-weather Solution
Canadian weather is becoming more challenging to predict. As a result, you want a business storage solution that is well insulated and ventilated to manage unexpected fluctuations in temperature and humidity levels.
Storage containers are the ideal solution for enduring various weather conditions common in Canada, from drastic highs and humidity in the spring, summer, and well into fall to extreme rises and dropping temperatures in our unpredictable winters.
11. Customized Storage Container Business Solutions
If you’re unsure what storage container size is right for you, SCS Storage specializes in customized business storage solutions to save you money. A chat with our experts is the best way to ensure you have the ideal storage for your site, business type, and amount of items stored, so you never overpay for unnecessary storage space.
Whether you are interested in renting a container or purchasing one as a smart business investment, storage containers offer a versatile alternative suited to any project.
For more information about our storage containers for sale or about the types of sea cans we carry, call Secure Container Solutions at 647-560-2745 or contact us here.
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