Self-storage facilities in Texas vary from small outdoor units good for storing household extras to large commercial buildings for business warehouse uses. If your company has outgrown its current office or warehouse space, you can easily rent units to temporarily or permanently house those extras.

Business storage in Texas isn't available at all storage facilities, so instead of wasting your time sifting through a directory of hundreds of companies, use the suggestions below with options that will benefit your business storage.

1. Calculate your storage needs before you start your search.

2. Find storage units in Texas with climate-controlled, secure units.

3. Sign a lease with self-storage facilities in Texas only after you have read over the lease agreement, and understand all options and fees.

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

Find a facility using a directory of Texas self-storage facilities

Consider finding a facility through an association of self storage providers that work together to ensure quality service. Members of such associations agree to abide by a code of ethics that includes good business practices, honest contracts and high quality rental facilities. Use a self-storage calculator to estimate your storage needs before beginning your search.

I recommend: Search for storage sites at the Texas Self Storage Association website. Search using either a city name or ZIP code. There are over 3,000 storage facilities to choose from. Use the handy self-storage calculator from Decatur Self Storage to figure out your business or home storage needs.

Look for secure self-storage in Texas

When you're planning on storing valuable items worth a lot to you or your business, make sure you find a storage facility with adequate security. Find a Texas storage unit with secure gates, 24-hour security surveillance or security alarms.

I recommend: Security Self Storage in Arlington, TX, offers video surveillance, computerized entry codes and on-site manager. Consider 1st Choice Stadium Storage that offers corporate storage options with delivery options and extended access hours.

Make sure your Texas self-storage units are climate controlled

When storing office equipment or files, it's important to make sure your Texas storage units are climate controlled to prevent damage to your belongings. Lease a storage unit with adequate cool and warm air climate control so your items will remain in the same condition you left them in. This is especially important considering Texas's sweltering heat that could cause damage to your belongings several months out of the year.

I recommend: The Four Seasons Self Storage offers climate controlled, secure locations throughout the state. McGee Lane Self Storage boasts options for the individual to the company in need of large warehouse space. They offer business office storage solutions in a climate-controlled, secure environment.

Rent warehouse Texas storage units for larger business needs

If you've outgrown your warehousing space, but you're not able to relocate to a larger facility, find warehouse self-storage in Texas. Rent storage facilities on a temporary or permanent basis. Work with a rental company to find the perfect size storage facility for your warehouse needs. Find rental space in a convenient location with shipping and receiving options.

I recommend: Wentwood Management, Ltd. in Dallas keeps a running list of warehouse storage rentals in the area. Find other warehouse storage options with Storage Kings. They offer climate controlled office and warehouse spaces.

Tips & Tactics

Helpful advice for making the most of this Guide

• •  You should make sure your insurance covers your storage units in Texas. If your personal or business insurance doesn't cover your items in storage, consider buying additional insurance through your current company or through the storage facility.