Frequently Asked Questions
Construction & Development
With decades of combined experience, JOULE understands the unique requirements of self storage design, permitting, and construction. We do not just build; we design facilities with operations and long-term profitability in mind, avoiding costly mistakes and maximizing your investment from day one.
We work with both single-story projects in smaller markets and large multi-story developments in high-density areas. Our process is tailored to your market and budget, ensuring your project is designed to outperform competitors in your area.
Yes. Our team provides comprehensive pre-construction services, including feasibility studies, budgeting, site layout, vendor selection, and timeline creation. This upfront planning saves owners money and prevents surprises during construction.
Unlike general contractors, we bring an operator’s mindset to development. Small construction decisions, like door placement, drainage, or fire suppression, directly impact long-term operational costs and revenue. JOULE builds with both investors and future tenants in mind.
Absolutely. We integrate your brand identity, security technology, and customer experience into the build. From signage packages to access control and smart unit upgrades, we ensure your property launches fully equipped to attract and retain tenants.
Third-Party Management
We combine hands-on operational expertise with transparent financial reporting. Unlike “big box” managers, we do not charge hidden fees or take a cut of your protection plan revenue. Instead, we focus on maximizing rental income, reducing expenses, and driving long-term value for owners.
Our standard management fee is 6% of gross revenue (with a monthly minimum), plus a flat accounting fee. This structure ensures we are incentivized to increase your revenue while keeping your costs predictable.
Our full-service management includes marketing, call center support, staff hiring and training, collections, maintenance oversight, auctions, revenue management, and detailed monthly financial reporting. We handle the day-to-day so you can focus on the big picture.
Yes. We offer à la carte consulting and specialized packages for owners who don’t need full management. Whether you need assistance with revenue management, marketing, or staffing, JOULE can tailor a plan to meet your needs.
We work within your existing systems to minimize disruption, but we will provide recommendations if we see opportunities to improve efficiency or profitability.
Every property under management receives scheduled site visits to ensure brand consistency, security, and operational excellence. We do more than just manage remotely, as we are present on the ground to keep your property performing at its best.
Through dynamic pricing strategies, occupancy analysis, targeted marketing, and consistent staff training, we push rents responsibly and maintain high tenant satisfaction. Our clients see measurable revenue growth without sacrificing customer experience.
