When it comes to planning and executing painting and renovation projects, every industry has its own ideal timeline based on location, operations, and seasonal demands. This is especially true in Storage Centers. Your ideal storage center’s project timeline can vary depending on several key factors.
Below, we’ve outlined suggested timelines and strategies tailored to your property type.
Ideal Project Time: Late Fall – Early Spring
Avoid: Peak move-in/move-out months (May–September)
Storage Centers Project Timeline
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October–November: Site assessments and approvals
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December–February: Interior painting and maintenance
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March–April: Lot striping, exterior refresh before the busy season
Suggested Crew Hours
We suggest crews work a mix of standard and overnight shifts.
Overnight Work:
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Unit doors, bathrooms, lobbies, and offices
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If your center is not open 24/7, this work can be done while the facility is closed.
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If it is open 24/7, overnight work is still ideal, as it is less likely to interfere with tenant activity.
Standard Hours: Monday–Friday, 8 a.m.–4 p.m.
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Hallways
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Exterior walls (not doors)
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In-unit work
Final Thoughts
Repainting, remodeling, and refreshing your storage facility is important not only for aesthetics, but also for safety. Paint chips and rust on metal doors can cause damage to tenants’ belongings and create opportunities for unwanted pests or intruders.
Repairing and repainting these issues helps keep your tenants’ items safe, and your tenants happy.
Ready to Refresh Your Storage Center?
Looking to refresh your industrial space? With over 30 years of experience working all over New England and Central Florida, re:fab can help get your projects done on time, on budget, and with minimal disruption.
