Let’s face it-no one wants to think about worst-case scenarios when renting a storage unit. But just like car insurance or a home warranty, having that extra layer of protection can save you from some serious headaches.
So what exactly is a tenant protection plan? And is it worth the small extra monthly cost?
Let’s break it down.
It’s not homeowners or renters insurance.
It’s a separate plan that specifically covers items stored in your storage unit.
These plans usually kick in for things like fire, water damage, vandalism, or theft (when there’s visible signs of forced entry).
A pipe bursts in the building and water damages your boxes.
A break-in happens and your unit is hit (again, must be forced entry).
A fire breaks out in a neighboring unit and your stuff suffers smoke damage.
Someone accidentally backs a truck into the building and part of the structure collapses.
Some homeowner/renter policies exclude off-site storage.
Others have high deductibles that make small claims not worth it.
And honestly, you may not want to risk your main policy for a claim involving storage.
Most tenant protection plans cost less than a pizza per month.
It’s not about expecting disaster-it’s about being covered just in case.
And when something unexpected does happen, that plan can make the difference between total loss and total relief.
We partner with tenant protection providers to give you affordable coverage right at move-in.
You can pick a plan that fits what you’re storing.
And our support team is here to help if you ever need to make a claim-simple and stress-free.
You hope you’ll never need it-but you’ll be glad you have it if something goes sideways.
Tenant protection isn’t just an upsell. It’s a safety net for your peace of mind. And at Stand Up Storage, we’re all about giving you that extra bit of confidence when you store with us.
