Helpful Storage Tips


  • Use one disc lock or cylinder lock on your unit at any time.
  • Try not to store items of high monetary value.
  • Do not store anything flammable or hazardous.
  • Take an inventory of everything in your storage space.
  • When storing in a storage unit you should take precautions to protect your belongings should unforeseen circumstances arise. We recommend that you keep your belongings up off the ground with pallets or stored in plastic bins with lids. Everything should be covered in plastic.

PROHIBITED Items / Activities


  • Live animals
  • Perishables
  • Liquids
  • Explosives
  • Flammable liquids and fuels
  • Toxic materials
  • Any items that need to be in a controlled environment
  • Any illegal items or illegal activities
  • Living in units is STRICTLY PROHIBITED
  • Smoking is strictly prohibited on all storages grounds
  • The use of more than one lock on your storage unit is not allowed

Frequently Asked Questions


DO I NEED TO PROVIDE MY OWN LOCK?

Yes, we require you to place a lock on your unit at the time of move in. If you do not have a lock or forget to bring one with you, one may be purchased at the Beach Bum Storage office.

WHAT STEPS DO I NEED TO TAKE TO RENT A UNIT? 

1) Determine the size of unit you need. The dimensions of moving trucks or vans that you will need for moving often correlate directly to the size of unit you will rent.
2) Verify the availability of units by checking our website online or by calling us. Then reserve online or make a reservation for a day that you can come fill out paperwork in the office during office hours.
3) If you didn’t complete the registration process online, come into the office during office hours on the day that you have your unit reserved for. You will need to bring your first month’s rent, twenty five dollars for administration fee, your driver’s license, and a lock. A lock is required at time of sign up to be able to rent a unit.

HOW IS IT RECOMMENDED THAT TENANTS STORE THEIR BELONGINGS?

When storing in a storage unit you should take precautions to protect your belongings should unforeseen circumstances arise. We recommend that you keep your belongings up off the ground with pallets or stored in plastic bins with lids. Everything should be covered in plastic.

WHAT ARE THE SECURITY FEATURES OF BEACH BUM STORAGE?

1) Security gates control all points of entry and exit. Keypads require tenant unique codes to gain entry and exit. All access is securely logged.
2) The on-site high definition security camera system is equipped with motion detection recording, actively monitors the facility extensively. Live feed is displayed to vigilant employees in the office.
3) The facility manager has 24 hour access to security camera system.
4) Tenants provide an appropriately sized lock of their choice for their unit. This gives a measure of individual comfort and control over the security of each tenant’s unit.

WHAT ARE THE ACCESS HOURS FOR MY UNIT?

Tenants who are current with rent and in active status can access their units 24 hours a day, 7 days a week and 365 days of the year.

WHAT HAPPENS IF I EVENTUALLY NEED MORE SPACE?

Tenants can rent additional storage units, or they can transfer to a larger unit. To do so, tenants should come into the office during office hours to fill out paperwork. In the case of transfers, any remaining funds on the account will be put toward the new unit. Any difference in cost will need to be paid at the time of transfer. (We offer 72 hours to complete your transfer).

IS INSURANCE REQUIRED? DOES BEACH BUM STORAGE PROVIDE INSURANCE?

Insurance is not required, but recommended. We offer insurance through the Storsmart Protection Program for an additional monthly fee depending on the amount you wish to protect. Learn more on our website or call us to speak with a customer service representative.

WHAT ARE MY PAYMENT OPTIONS?  

1) Automatic Payment from an authorized debit or credit card.
2) Online with a card.
3) Over the phone with a card.

WHAT ARE INTERIOR UNITS?

Interior units are located inside of buildings that are better protected against dust with large spacious doors and hallways with bright L.E.D. lights illuminating the hallways. Carts are available to borrow to move items from your vehicle to your interior unit. The temperatures within the interior units seem to stay relatively stable.

HOW LONG OF A LEASE AM I REQUIRED TO SIGN FOR AND IS MY MOVE IN PRORATED?

Our rental agreements are month to month agreements with the billing date set for the first of the month. Beach Bum Storage offers prorating for move in and move out. Move outs require 15 days notice.

IS MY MOVE OUT PRORATED?

We do offer prorated move outs, but a 15 day notice is required.

DOES BEACH BUM STORAGE USE PEST CONTROL?

Yes, we have our facility regularly treated by premium service with experienced pest control technicians who have been in the business for many years.

WHERE CAN I GET MOVING SUPPLIES?

We sell moving supplies at the Beach Bum Storage facility. We have a great selection of moving supplies to help your belongings stay organized and protected during the time that they are stored.

CAN I BRING MY DOG WITH ME TO MY STORAGE UNIT?

We LOVE DOGS at Beach Bum Storage. However, we ask that tenants do NOT bring their pets onto our facility grounds as courtesy to other tenants and for the safety of your pet. The only exception is if you use an ADA (Americans with Disabilities Act) compliant service animal that is properly leashed. Emotional support animals, comfort animals, and therapy dogs are not service animals under Title II and Title III of the ADA. Please do not bring them into the facility.

HOW DO I END MY LEASE?

We ask that tenants notify us at least 15 days before moving out of their unit. Once the tenant is moved out they must take their lock with them, leave nothing behind, and broom sweep their unit. Once those steps are completed tenants can come into the office, call us, or leave a message so that we can send an employee out to verify the unit is as expected and complete the move out within our computer system.