Not All Storage Containers are Created Equal

By Lynn Larson, Go Mini's Portable Storage.

When I speak to one of my friends about portable storage containers here in Ventura County & Los Angeles, they often assume that all portable storage containers are pretty much the same. However there are some important differences that as a consumer you should be aware of. With the increase in popularity of portable storage containers, many companies are using this term to cover what used to be known as “freight” containers. These are often older containers meant for overseas shipping. They can be rusty and leaky, with gaps around the door that would allow insects or small rodents to enter. Unlike Go Mini’s clean, shiny, finished interiors, the interiors of these freight containers are usually unfinished. When placing your items inside a smoothly-finished Go Mini’s container, you can be comfortable that nothing is going to snag your upholstery or leather finish or grate against your fine wood furniture. Freight containers sit directly on the ground, offering no air space underneath the container for air circulation. Go Mini’s portable storage containers are slightly raised on low wheels, so air circulates underneath them, reducing the potential for dampness. Go Mini’s feature an easy-to-operate, roll-up door. Freight container doors are heavy and swing outwards, and can be awkward for the average person to handle. When you enter a freight container, it’s dark inside! It’s hard to find items you may have stored inside. Unless you prop the door open well, it can bang closed behind you. Go Mini’s portable storage containers have translucent roofs that let in plenty of light. So you can easily find your stored items and loading is easier too. These are just some of the differences to be aware of when choosing portable storage containers. Remember, the cheapest portable storage solution isn’t always the least expensive in the long run!