Mini U Storage - Potomac Yard

Does Mini U Storage - Potomac Yard at 405 Swann Avenue has first floor or ground floor storage?

A ground floor storage unit at 405 Swann Avenue makes it easier to access and does not require the use of an elevator. However, the convenience of a first floor storage unit usually comes with a cost, and are typically more expensive.

What is elevator access or an upper floor storage unit?

An elevator access storage unit makes it a little more difficult to load and unload your storage unit and requires the use of an elevator or stair case. However, a upper floor storage unit typically will be less expensive.

What is a storage locker?

A storage locker has a reduced ceiling height between 4 to 6 feet. These storage units are good for storing small items; like suit cases, small household items, school and dormitory items, office supplies or holiday decorations. Storage lockers are usually less expensive than other units and could be the ground floor or accessed with a rolling ladder.

What is an onsite storage manager?

The manager of the storage facility actually lives in an apartment that is typically attached to the storage facility. The storage unit tenants get a feeling of security, knowing that a manager is nearby to address emergency matters or other matters that could occur after hours.

Does Mini U Storage - Potomac Yard, 405 Swann Avenue offer extended hours?

Yes, Mini U Storage - Potomac Yard at 405 Swann Avenue offers extended hours. Usually storage facility office hours are 9:00 am to 6:00 pm. Extended hours could be from 6:00 am to 10:00 pm or even 24 hours a day, giving storage tenants more access to their storage unit.

What is keypad access?

A keypad entrance storage facility at 405 Swann Avenue will control who enters and exits the facility. The tenant is provided a personal gate code and prevents non renters from entering the gated property.

What is the difference between a roll up door and a swing door?

A roll up door provides a larger opening and rolls into the ceiling of the storage unit. Where as a swing door, opens to the outside and swing door is more like a large residential house door. Larger units and newer construction will offer more roll up doors.

What items should you NOT put in a storage unit at 405 Swann Avenue?

Most, if not all storage facilities prohibit the storing of food, live animals, explosive materials, weapons, ammunition, stolen merchandise, motorized vehicles that are not registered or insured.

Do self storage facilities in Alexandria sell boxes and packing supplies?

Most storage facilities in Alexandria offer locks, different box sizes, packing tape, bubble wrap, covers for furniture and numerous other packing supplies.

What are the most common unit sizes at 405 Swann Avenue

The most common unit sizes at Mini U Storage - Potomac Yard in 405 Swann Avenue are 5x5 and 10x10. Most facilities also have other unit sizes available such as 5x`0, 10x20 and even 10x30 unit sizes.

Are the storage units at 405 Swann Avenue secure?

All storage units at 405 Swann Avenue are secure and protected at all times. Mini U Storage - Potomac Yard in Alexandria is backed by security features such as video surveillance, security access to your unit only and electronic gate access.