Pennsylvania self-storage options are numerous. Before choosing the option that's right for your small business, consider the following:

1. The length of time you need to utilize self-storage in Pennsylvania.
2. Whether or not you need on-site or off-site storage.
3. Cost.
4. How easy your items are to access.
   

A variety of small business owners could benefit from learning more about self storage units:

1. Entrepreneurs who own seasonal businesses and need to store equipment or seasonal merchandise.
2. Professional organizers who are new to the industry and need to make storage arrangements for clients' belongings.
3. Small business owners who are relocating and need temporary self storage.
   

Action Steps
The best contacts and resources to help you get it done

Find Pennsylvania self-storage units online

Self-storage units are widely available in Pennsylvania; find one near you.

I recommend: Look on USstoragesearch.com for Pennsylvania self-storage options. Search for storage units in Pennsylvania by county on the website of the Pennsylvania Self Storage Association.

Hire an organizer to help with self-storage in Pennsylvania

Storage units in Pennsylvania or any state are helpful for containing items that you simply can't accommodate on-site. The trick is to determine exactly what you need to store in self-storage facilities in Pennsylvania. This involves using organization tips from organizing experts. You'll save money by only storing items that you actually need. Many consumers who use self storage units are storing items that they can live without.

I recommend: If you need help preparing your items for self-storage, search the National Association of Professional Organizers website for a professional organizer who specializes in small business organizing. All Bright Ideas is a professional organizing firm in the Greater Philadelphia area that offers corporate and small business organizing services.

Use portable storage units in Pennsylvania if your storage needs are temporary

Small business owners, just like some consumers, occasionally need temporary storage solutions. If you're moving your office or need to store items temporarily before your grand opening, portable storage might be the solution for you.

I recommend: PODS (Portable On Demand Storage) offers business solutions to accommodate a diverse range of needs. Try 1-800-PACK-RAT for portable storage. Both companies offer portable storage containers and both short-term and long-term storage options. A container is delivered to your business, and you can pack it at your convenience. Realize that there is usually a lag time between when your storage container is picked up and when it's be available for retrieval.

Tips & Tactics

Helpful advice for making the most of this Guide

• •  If your storage needs are flexible, you might consider waiting for promotional offers to help you reduce costs.
• •  Self-storage facilities usually require contracts. Inquire about contract specifics before signing or deciding on the storage option that's right for your business.
• •  Pick a self-storage location convenient to your business. The self-storage industry experienced rapid growth in recent years, so it should be easy to find convenient options.