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Life Storage Storage Units Review


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Life Storage is a self-managed real estate investment trust that acquires and manages self-storage properties throughout the United States. The company, which formerly operated under the brand "Uncle Bob's Self Storage", is currently one of the largest storage companies in the world, with over 700 self-storage facilities in 28 states.

How is Life Storage rated?

Breakdown

4.8/5
Services
4.8/5
Security Features
0.0/5
Unit Types Offered

Overall Rating: 4.3 / 5 (Excellent)

Life Storage offers excellent facility features and benefits, especially regarding security and additional moving services. They also offer air-conditioned and temperature-, lighting-, and humidity-controlled storage units for everything from household items to wine, watercraft, and large vehicles. Although their unit sizes are pretty standard, they include several auto storage units with sufficient capacity to house several boxes and other large items. Overall, Life Storage is among our top picks for both the thoroughness of their service as well as their commitment to providing outstanding customer support.

Life Storage Services

Services - 4.8 / 5

Life Storage offers indoor and outdoor storage units, temperature-controlled options, and vehicle, RV, and boat storage solutions. Their unit sizes are fairly standard, ranging from small 5x5 units to extra large 20x20 storage spaces. Like other self-storage providers, Life Storage sells packing materials like boxes and other moving supplies "at competitive prices" and provides moving carts in all of their indoor storage facilities. One excellent detail about this company is that they offer their customers free usage of moving trucks and vans in some of their locations, waiving the standard rental fee of $29.99 for the first trip. This last benefit is based on availability and only covers the first 25 miles of the allotted time frame.

Company Type

  • Self Storage

Coverage Area

  • AL
  • AZ
  • CA
  • CO
  • CT
  • FL
  • GA
  • IL
  • KY
  • LA
  • ME
  • MD
  • MA
  • MS
  • MO
  • NV
  • NH
  • NJ
  • NY
  • NC
  • OH
  • PA
  • RI
  • SC
  • TN
  • TX
  • VA
  • WI
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Types of Storage Units

  • Car/RV Storage
  • Boat Storage
  • Wine Storage

Unit Location

  • Exterior
  • Interior

Unit Size

  • 5x5
  • 5x10
  • 5x15
  • 10x10
  • 10x15
  • 10x20
  • 10x30
  • 20x20
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The above sizes reflect the units' dimensions in feet.

Additional Services

  • Moving Carts
  • Packing Materials
24-Hour Access
Climate-Controlled Units
Storage Calculator

Life Storage Pricing

Pricing - 4 / 5

Life Storage prices vary from one location to the next, with standard 10x10 units costing anywhere from $60 to over $200 depending on their features. The company offers a "next month free" promotion and a "50% off next month" discount in all their locations. There is no mention of insurance being required or offered through the company anywhere on their site, yet by completing the rental process online Life Storage will discount up to $25 from the administrative fee, which varies depending on the price of the space being reserved.
Free Quote
Self Storage Metro Price
$119 – Buffalo, NY
Self Storage Rural Price
$89 – Auburn, AL
Vehicle Storage Metro Price
$255 – Chicago, IL
Vehicle Storage Rural Price
$209 – Auburn, AL
Rental Term
Monthly
The above prices reflect the cost of a standard 10x10 unit.
Discounts
First Month Free
Payment Options
Credit Cards

Life Storage Facility Features

Security Features - 4.8 / 5

Life Storage offers enhanced security features including 24/7 digital surveillance, a password protected gate/door access system, different types of locks and locking mechanisms, and efficient lighting inside the units as well as around the facility's premises. They also provide "oversized elevators" in their multi-story facilities or drive-up access in their single-level ones to further facilitate the moving process.

Safety

  • 24/7 Video Surveillance
  • Keypad Entry
  • Lighting
  • Free Lock

Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Drive-Up Access

Life Storage Company Reputation

Company Reputation - 4.5 / 5

Life Storage is a BBB-accredited business with an A+ rating based on only ten customer reviews and a minimal number of complaints for a company of its size. They also hold an excellent 9.4 out of 10 score on Truspilot.com based on 89% positive customer feedback. The long list of satisfied client reviews for Life Storage across several online platforms evidences the company's commitment to providing outstanding customer service and being transparent with regard to pricing and rental terms.
BBB Rating
A+
Number of BBB Positive Reviews
4
Number of BBB Negative Reviews
6
Trustpilot Rating
9.4 out of 10
Date Collected
2018-03-05

Company Profile

Full Name
Life Storage Storage Units
Company Website
Headquarters
6467 Main St., Buffalo, NY, 14221

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18 Customer Comments & Reviews

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Kathy S
7/7/2021
I have been using the Life Storage facility at 1515 AW Grimes in Round Rock, Texas for the past year. I have found Tracy to be pleasant, personable, and most helpful with all my moving needs. Recently, I needed a second unit and she found it for me in record time and it is right across from my other unit. Thanks so much for your assistance Tracy. You rock!!


deanchristy
8/6/2020
If I could give a zero I would. My dad had been a customer with Life Storage since when the name was Uncle Bob my dad passed away in 2014 and I took over the storage unit in my dad had been a customer with Life Storage since when the name was Uncle Bob my dad passed away in 2014 and I took over the storage unit as far as paying for the rent. I called asking if one day I could get a late fee waived because I was having some issues with the online portal and I was declined for the late fee to be waived by store management. Area director Tim Cox who was less than professional and ended up hanging up in my face after I continued to plead with him in regards to the late fee. Mind you I have... Read More


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Liz
6/7/2020
Life Storage #648 The manager Mr. Kramer, at this location is extremely professional and friendly. My numerous interactions with him have been very pleasant and professional. The facility is clean, well lit and my belongings have been safe, clean and secure for the past 16 months. I really highly recommend this location. Content Customer # PD


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kandi
4/22/2020
Abysmal when it comes to customer service. I'm an "essential worker" due to COVID-19; a travel nurse, who typically works 3P- 3A, or 3P-7A, I don't have much time for accessing my things due to the narrow access hours offered by Life Storage. That's a small problem that could have been addressed by honoring my request for open access to an "essential worker" who is working or sleeping the only time Life Storage makes available. This is a do able request that other storage facilities readily avail. The big problem is Life Storage will not consider so small a customer courtesy, and when I called around 2:36PM the smart mouth Pam had the nerve to say, "Well your awake now." That... Read More


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Rick
4/4/2020
Storage Bandits Storage Bandits. The new people have no clue what they signed up for. Life storage is scam facility from NY, disgraceful. Erroneous credit card charges, Random rate increases. Definitely look for a better facility. They purchase good reviewed facilities then racquet new and existing renters. Most of the good reviews aren't theirs, they came with the purchase. Seriously watch out. I'm sure that there is a much better facility near you.


anitamoreaspirin
1/30/2020
BEWARE! (I'd give them ZERO stars if that was an option) I DO NOT RECOMMEND THIS STORAGE FACILITY IF YOU ARE USING IT LONG TERM. Their rate increases are off the charts ridiculous. First increase was 22%, then the most recent is 33%. This really should be against the law. I'll be making arrangements to get my stuff out right away.


lcampbell2215
7/12/2019
Nine months ago I was able to write a review about how great the service was at this place. Unfortunately, that is no longer true. I downsized my unit in May and had a credit. They told me I would receive a bill in my email when I owed money again. I did not receive a bill. The first email I got was on July 11 telling me I was overdue and charging a late fee. It was only $15 but I called to ask it to be waived since they had failed to send me a bill by email as promised. The man at the store would not listen to me. I finally raised my voice and yelled, please stop interrupting and let me finish. His response ( I quote) "You are treating me like a f****** child. Call back later."... Read More


Emily F
10/24/2018
Cannot discourage anyone enough from renting here. I did last April and moved into a brand new building. 5 months later when I retrieved something from my unit everything in it was soaking wet and moldy. It took 3 weeks for the people at this facility to arrange for me to move into a new unit - I may have been able to save some things in that time. The insurance they sold me does not cover water damage unless the water comes from a pipe or something else in the building that is supposed to hold water - so basically it doesn't cover any water damage. I have now paid over $700 and have a unit full of damages, moldy furniture. Estimated cost I am out is $11,000 at this point including the... Read More



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