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bkbodiford
Explorer
Sep 18, 2015

Covered versus Outside Storage Cost

We're fairly new to RV'ing and have been comparing storage lots in our area as our neighborhood doesn't allow for RV/boat storage. Any suggestions on what premium we should expect to pay for a covered storage lot when compared to an outside storage lot? Also, is the additional premium worth the supposed reduction in cleaning costs, roof maintenance, etc?
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  • midnightsadie's avatar
    midnightsadie
    Explorer II
    Sep 18, 2015
    rrv,s of all size are prone to roof leaks ,keep it dry as possible a cloth cover helps in out side storage. some day you might want to up grade the better condition you keep your rv the more its worth in the future.
  • sailor_lou's avatar
    sailor_lou
    Explorer
    Sep 18, 2015
    I'm not sure how helpful others can be because prices are typically based on your area. In central CT covered storage runs about $450/month and uncovered around $200/month. Good luck.

    Lou
    05 Travel Supreme Envoy
  • edbehnke's avatar
    edbehnke
    Explorer
    Sep 18, 2015
    really the simplest way is to just start calling around. you may want to go further than the Atlanta area too. we pay $17 a month for storage for our 40 ft. 5th trailer but it is 150 miles away. cheaper than $125+ a month and we go that way anyway when it is stored.

    in versus out, it is just your preference.
  • sew0177's avatar
    sew0177
    Explorer
    Sep 18, 2015
    In the Kansas City area I am paying $60 for an outside uncovered spot. A storage spot in one of the climate controlled caves is $200+ for our 40 footer.
  • 103holland's avatar
    103holland
    Explorer
    Sep 18, 2015
    I can't find covered storage so I park uncovered at Public Storage for 50 a month. I can't believe storage facility owners are not tapping into the covered RV market.
  • PF_PM's avatar
    PF_PM
    Explorer
    Sep 18, 2015
    We store under a roof when we leave it in Nevada. I believe the more the sun is kept off the better. Our rate there is $86 per month.
  • Army11Bravo's avatar
    Army11Bravo
    Explorer II
    Sep 18, 2015
    Here in Northwest Montana, outside fenced storage for my trailer is $30 per month and I have found indoor storage for $100 per month. I park it on a friends lot for free and use a quality cover in the winter.
  • Two_Jayhawks's avatar
    Two_Jayhawks
    Explorer
    Sep 18, 2015
    OP wrote:
    Also, is the additional premium worth the supposed reduction in cleaning costs, roof maintenance, etc?


    In my book covered storage is absolutely worth the up charge. It's not just about keeping the rain off the RV. Our neck of the woods the son does a job on the RV as well.
  • hbillsmith's avatar
    hbillsmith
    Explorer
    Sep 18, 2015
    A few miles out of town saves a lot. I store in a covered but not enclosed building. 14 Ft by 40 Ft space is $100 a month. It's 18 miles from my house. Closer in the same type spaces were $150 to $200. A space in a fully enclosed bldg runs $350 to $500 per month. If I store outside with a good cover, I can do $40 per month.
  • msmith1199's avatar
    msmith1199
    Explorer II
    Sep 18, 2015
    sailor_lou wrote:
    I'm not sure how helpful others can be because prices are typically based on your area. In central CT covered storage runs about $450/month and uncovered around $200/month. Good luck.

    Lou
    05 Travel Supreme Envoy


    $200 a month for an uncovered space??? Holy cow! Even in California I can find uncovered storage for less than $50 a month. I can get indoor storage in my own unit with a automatic door opener and power in the unit, for $325 a month.

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