Here are some great Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) and tips you can apply to items you may be storing.

Storage Tips

Storage FAQ

Q: What is self-storage, and why would I use it?

A: Self-storage refers to a space or lockable unit in which customers store their personal property on a self-service basis. Self-storage allows customers who are relocating, selling a home, or simply looking for more space for their possessions an affordable, flexibly sized place to store the items. Businesses frequently use self-storage to store inventory or paperwork, rather than having to lease additional expensive commercial space. Unlike portable or door-to-door storage, self-storage customers have a key to the unit and/or code to entry gates so that they are not forced to make appointments to access their goods.

Q: Will my possessions be safe?

A: There are no guarantees that accidents won’t happen, but we take great care in protecting your goods. Be sure to ask the storage facility what specific measures they have employed. All Storage has on-site resident managers at all of our locations, we employ electronic access control, closed circuit video recording, perimeter fencing, building alarms, individual door alarms at some properties, and fire alarms. The security of your belongings also includes the quality of construction, so make sure the unit is well built and clean and free of pests. We also recommend that renters use common sense. Regardless of security, don't store irreplaceable items or things of high value. Ask yourself, is this something I would store in my own garage? If not, don't put it into storage.

Q: What exactly can I store in a storage unit?

A: Almost anything, from abacuses to zithers, even cars and boats. There are a few common sense things that can't be stored: pesticides, fertilizers, hazardous substances, burnable fuels, explosives, living things, things that give off odors or which can decay, contraband, and food that's not sealed in cans. Be sure to tell our staff the kinds of things you plan to store. They'll be glad to help you sort through your needs and come up with solutions.

Q: Do I have to have insurance on items that I store?

A: We highly recommend that you insure your stored possessions, but no self-service storage insures your property for you. That's your responsibility. Most self-storage operators do require that you insure your things as do we. You can check with your insurance company to see if they cover your belongings in self-storage, you can purchase self-storage insurance from us, or you can choose to self-insure. All Storage offers low-cost insurance plans. Ask our staff about insurance when you rent space. They'll be happy to help you.

Q: I’m not sure what size space I need. What should I do?

A: We specialize in determining your actual needs before we recommend any sizes. Our staff will work with you to make sure that any solution we recommend is suited exactly for your needs—no more and not less. Ask the storage operators for their recommendations. We have lots of experience matching spaces to storage needs.

Q: What is the best way to pack my storage unit?

A: Check out our Storage Tips which follows the FAQ section!

Q: What is the difference between climate controlled, air-conditioned storage or air-cooled storage?

A: Most of our Las Vegas facilities offer “air-cooled” spaces as do most in Las Vegas. Our facility at The Lakes is air conditioned. Many of our competitors will advertise this as “climate controlled” which is misleading. Climate controlled may mean fully air-conditioned or evaporative cooled with temperature control. In other words the temperature can be maintained within a range of temperatures. Air-conditioned usually refers to air cooled by refrigeration, through the use of a condenser, and evaporative cooled (air-cooled) refers to air cooled through water evaporation. This is a very effective means of cooling during the hot months in Las Vegas.

Q: Why should I choose All Storage?

A: All Storage goes out of its way to be a unique and different moving and storage provider. We provide professional moving and storage solutions with the goal of exceeding any expectations you may have had. This is an extremely high bar to set. Go back to the home page of our Web site and look at the six elements that really differentiate us from the others. Many storage providers advertise door alarms, electronic gates, etc. but in reality none of that make us any different from the others. We employ the cream of the crop by hiring against a set of high standards and qualities we have developed over the years. You will not find a more out-going and genuinely friendly bunch of folks than you will find at All Storage. Our properties are maintained and cleaned to a degree that we receive a constant flow of compliments on our storage facilities, bathrooms, offices, and grounds. We also make sure that you have plenty of assurance that you are getting the best deal you can get like our price guarantee and our guarantee not to raise your rates every few months like many operators do.