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Route 1 Self Storage is an operating trade name used for two self storage entities with common ownership. The first facility, known as Route 1 Self Storage – Laurel is in Laurel, Maryland and the second facility, known as Route 1 Self Storage at White Marsh, is located in White Marsh (Baltimore), Maryland.
Each facility is owned by its own Limited Liability Company with the managing member of each LLC being the same. The facilities are both managed by Harbor Real Estate, Group, a management company owned by a third party
The managing member of each facility is William H. Munn. Mr. Munn has over 30 years experience in the real estate industry including developing, owning and managing a variety of real estate assets throughout Maryland and Florida.
The Principal of Harbor Real Estate Group is Tracy Sells who has worked in the self storage industry, including for 9 years at one of the premier, national self storage operators – Storage USA, for the past 12 years. Ms. Sells is also involved in other aspects of commercial real estate, including property management of light industrial and retail centers. Ms. Sells also holds her commercial real estate license with the NAI Michael Companies outside of Washington, DC.
Our onsite management team has a combined 30 plus years of self storage operations experience. Our management team at Laurel, Randy and Barbara Stealey, have been with the facility since its opening in August, 2002. Prior to that, they worked for four years as Facility Managers for Storage USA. Barry Stealey, our resident manager at White Marsh, has been with us since 2007. Prior to that, he worked for 11 years as a Facility Manager at Storage USA.
We strive every day to exceed our customers’ expectations of what self storage should be. As an entrepreneurial, locally owned and operated company, we work hard to get to know our customers and the communities in which we serve. Because we are small, we are able to quickly respond to customers’ needs. We take great pride in our customer service. In fact, we are so confident that you will be completely satisfied with your storage experience that we offer a “Total Storage Satisfaction” commitment in that if you are not happy, we will refund up to two months of your rent.
Why Route 1 Self Storage?
Like any other product or service, you have a choice in self storage facilities. We believe that once you visit our facility or talk to one of our trained staff, you will quickly conclude that there is no other facility worth storing your valuable belongings. Whether you are storing your personal or business items, we offer many features to make your storage experience the best it can be.
State of the art facilities
Superior Service
Commercial Storage available
How long are your rental agreements?
All of our rental agreements are on a month-to-month basis. We do, however, offer specials for longer term tenants
What are your hours?
Our office is opened weekdays and Saturdays from 9:30 am to 5:30 pm and Sundays from 11:00 am to 3:00 pm.
Customers can access their belongings seven days a week from 6:00 am to 10:00 pm
How much notice do I have to give before I move out?
We request 15 days written notice.
Do you prorate my move out?
Yes, so long as you move out prior to the 15th day of the month.
Do you offer packing supplies?
We offer a wide variety of moving and packing supplies in our office. Our facility managers will be happy to help determine your needs.
How safe are my belongings?
Our facility was built with safety and security in mind. The entire property is fenced in and we have 24 hour videotaped surveillance. In addition, we have facility managers who live on the property. The facility’s interior and exterior are well-lit. Each unit door is individually alarmed and everyone who enters the facility has his/her unique security code that they must enter in order to gain access to the property. That code allows them entrance into only their unit.
Are there drive up units available?
Yes. A large number of our units have access directly from the drive aisles. Our remaining units are all on the ground level and most only a short walk from the exterior doors.
Do you offer climate controlled units?
Yes, both of our facilities offer a large number of climate controlled units designed to protect your goods from extreme temperatures. Climate control is available in all unit sizes.
Do you offer insurance for my goods?
If your homeowners’ or rental policy does not provide coverage for your goods in storage, we offer tenant insurance through an unrelated party, The Bader Company.
Monthly premiums are modestly priced and we highly recommend that you make certain that you have adequate protection for your items.
How do I pay my monthly bill?
Paying your bill is easy. You can drop a check off at the office, phone in a credit card, or process a payment online at our website. We also offer a monthly automatic credit card payment option.