If you decided to place your belongings in a storage unit, you likely want them to be safe and secure. Give yourself peace of mind by choosing a self-storage facility equipped with all the most important safety features to protect your items. The list below includes a few crucial components to look for in a unit facility. 

What Safety Features to Look for in a Unit

1. Door Alarms

Some storage facilities equip their lockers and units with individualized alarms. These alarmed doors bar access to anyone who doesn’t have the correct code, protecting your belongings from would-be thieves. If someone does try to break in, the staff will be alerted and the burglar will be stopped in their tracks.

2. Cameras

Storage facilities that are equipped with video surveillance at every entrance will provide peace of mind. A live video feed allows staff to keep an eye on everyone who enters and exits the property and discourages thieves from targeting your storage unit. Typically, when someone sees a camera, they’re discouraged from acting wrongfully, so it provides an extra layer of protection. 

3. Fences & Gates

A tall fence and gates with coded access prevent unwanted visitors from entering the storage facility property and allow the staff to monitor who comes and goes. Most facilities also offer 24-hour access through the issuance of gate codes and key cards, so you don’t have to worry about being prevented from accessing your belongings when you need them.

4. Ample Lighting

If you ever need to access your storage unit when it’s dark out, you should choose a facility with plenty of lighting. Bright lights will make you feel safer when you move around at night and will also allow you to see the path to your unit clearly, minimizing tripping hazards. 

Find all these safety features and more when you choose a storage unit at Paradise Self Storage in Kahului, HI. This family-owned storage facility has been serving the residents of Maui since 2006. The three-story facility is equipped with units of many sizes, gated access, and alarmed unit doors. Find out more about their services online or call (808) 877-7783 to discuss pricing.