By Boxwell
In today’s market, consumers expect seamless convenience throughout every touchpoint, transaction and industry. To stay competitive, businesses continuously diversify and expand their services and products.
RV and boat storage facilities are no exception. Offering services such as 24-hour access and complementary water, air and firewood directly impacts customer satisfaction. Many facility owners have found great success in adding value with self-storage units, too.
Four-out-of-five RV/boat facilities offer self-storage alongside their parking spaces.The driving factors behind a hybrid model are simple: Renters appreciate the convenience of a one-stop shop for all their storage needs. Plus, recreational vehicles come with a considerable amount of accessories. Wakeboards, maintenance supplies, camping gear and more require readily available storage.
Relocatable self-storage units offer unique advantages to RV and boat storage facilities.They are space-efficient and movable, allowing more flexibility than traditional buildings. Below, we’ll examine the distinct benefits that have contributed to their popularity amongst Class A RV storage facilities.
What Is a Relocatable Self-Storage Unit?
Relocatables are all-in-one storage kits. Each unit contains a base and frame, hinging walls, a corrugated roof and roll-up or swing doors. Designed for cost-effective shipping, they arrive flat-packed and can be assembled in 30 minutes. They are also weatherproof, well-ventilated and highly durable.
Relocables can sit atop virtually any surface material and do not require a foundation. They can support up to 10,000 pounds and are movable via forklift, even when fully loaded.
Why Pair RV/Boat Storage with Relocatables?
Maximize rentals with minimal impact. A key objective for RV and boat storage centers is to optimize parking space. With relocatables, facilities preserve valuable space by fitting more storage on less land.
Facility owners leverage relocatables in several creative ways. Some flip unproductive areas
—setbacks, easements, and fence lines—into revenue-generating storage. Others create high-density zones of small-unit walkups.
Placing units along a site’s perimeter is an effective use of space. This creates a significant amount of drive-up storage in otherwise unbuildable areas.This “units-as-a-fence” method also adds an extra layer of security, deterring unwanted visitors.
Seamless integration with your Class A facility. In an increasingly competitive market, maintaining curb appeal is crucial. This isn’t just about looks, either. Considering up to half of renters shop from the street, your site becomes a powerful marketing tool. An attractive, well-maintained facility will generate more drive-by business.
Relocatables are favored by owners for their wide range of customizable options. These made-to-order units seamlessly blend with existing or planned structures. Custom colors, flooring and door types help maintain the aesthetics of a Class A facility.
Grow at your own pace with low minimum order quantities. Flexibility is key when implementing a hybrid business model. Relocatables have low minimum order quantities, averaging 10 units per truckload, allowing owners to manage cash flow and gauge demand without overcommitting.
This approach is especially useful for fine-tuning the unit mix. For example, smaller five-foot units may be in high demand for accessory storage. Alternatively, 10-foot units may be more popular for general self-storage. If there is a need for enclosed watercraft or small vehicle storage, 10×20’s may rent best.
Final Thoughts
Relocatable units provide an effective way to integrate self-storage with recreational vehicle storage. They offer facility owners a low-risk, low-impact building solution. Don’t let their simplicity fool you, though. Despite their simplicity, relocatables are highly durable and easy to implement.
Boxwell is a global leader in manufacturing storage solutions for businesses. With a diverse product range—including relocatable self-storage units, portable containers, roll-up doors and hallway systems—Boxwell is your one-stop shop for all your storage needs. Boxwell empowers storage facilities of all sizes to maximize their revenue potential by delivering tailored solutions that are built to last. Company leaders work closely with each client to assess their unique requirements, providing storage units made from high-quality materials, premium finishes and customizable branding options. With a worldwide presence, Boxwell serves storage facilities across the United States, Mexico, Australia, Canada, Europe, the Middle East and beyond. Choose Boxwell to streamline your operations, with storage units ready for rental in no time. Learn more at boxwell.co or call (303) 317-5850.
