{"id":13955,"date":"2024-05-25T12:08:00","date_gmt":"2024-05-25T19:08:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.neighbor.com\/storage-blog\/?p=13955"},"modified":"2024-10-30T11:51:46","modified_gmt":"2024-10-30T18:51:46","slug":"self-storage-security-solutions","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.neighbor.com\/storage-blog\/self-storage-security-solutions\/","title":{"rendered":"A 2024 Guide to Self-Storage Security Solutions"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

As an owner or employee of a self-storage facility, you are responsible for creating a secure environment for your customers<\/a>. A robust security system is a sum of multiple parts: gated access<\/strong>, keypad entry<\/strong> systems, and video surveillance<\/strong> (to name a few components). <\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Here, we’ll give you a complete rundown of the security options available in the self-storage industry<\/a> (along with info on the approximate costs). <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Remember: going above and beyond to prevent a security breach and protect customer assets will set your storage facility apart from your competitors. After all, many potential customers ask themselves, <\/em>“Are storage units safe?”<\/em><\/a> before signing a monthly rental agreement. <\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Part 1: Advanced Access Control Systems<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Advanced access control systems are the starting point in building out a secure storage facility. They will make your operation run smoother, improve customer service, and, most importantly, help secure the premises. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Keypad Entry Systems<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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One integral component of advanced access control systems is the keypad entry system. By issuing customers a unique code, you can track when customers enter and leave. Retailers such as Home Depot and Lowes carry brands like Brivo <\/a>and Kisi<\/a> with a variety of keypad entry systems.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Typically, you need one keypad entry system per access point.<\/strong> For a medium-sized facility, this could mean <\/em>2-4 systems<\/em><\/strong>. <\/em>The cost for each keypad entry system ranges from $300 to $700. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The total cost for a facility requiring 4 systems would be approximately $1,200 to $2,800.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Card Readers and Credentials<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Card readers can read data encoded on access cards presented by authorized individuals. Their most notable benefit is that they allow for quick changes to access permissions. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

HID Global, Allegion<\/a>, and IDenticard carry these card reader systems, and they usually cost between $400 and $800 each. You’ll need one for every entry. <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Biometric Scanners<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Biometric scanning is becoming increasingly popular in self-storage security. It provides unique, non-transferable identification through biological characteristics such as fingerprints and facial features. The great thing is that the information is much harder to duplicate. <\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Suprema, ZKTeco, and BioConnect offer advanced biometric scanners, and you usually need at least one per access point. They are a little higher in price than standard scanners, ranging from $600 to $1200 each.<\/strong> <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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People are earning $1,000s per year from their garages and outdoor space.<\/p>\r\n <\/div>\r\n

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Approve your renters<\/h3>\r\n

You're in control. Approve who rents and the hours of access.<\/p>\r\n <\/div>\r\n

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Get paid monthly<\/h3>\r\n

Sit back and collect automatic payments each month.<\/p>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/section>\r\n