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Storage Hunters TV Show Returns to Big Box Storage in San Diego

Great news for reality TV fans and locals in San Diego! Storage Hunters, the hit show on Tru TV that airs every Tuesday at 9am, is coming back to Big Box Storage in San Diego, CA. They had a blast filming there last autumn and decided it was worth another visit for more San Diego storage auction action.

If you haven’t seen Storage Hunters, you’re missing out on some serious excitement. The show takes you into the high-stakes world of storage auctions, where people bid on abandoned storage units hoping to strike it rich with hidden treasures. The drama, the thrill, the unexpected finds—it’s all part of what makes the show so addictive.

Big Box Storage, where the new episode will be filmed, is the biggest portable storage provider in San Diego. They’ve built a solid reputation for offering convenient and flexible storage solutions. Whether you’re moving, need extra space for your stuff, or have business inventory that needs storing, Big Box Storage has got you covered.

Filming for the new episode is set for March, but we don’t know yet when it will air. Last time, the Storage Hunters crew found some really interesting items, and the production team must have loved the experience since they’re coming back for more. It’s a testament to how cool the San Diego storage scene is and how much potential there is for uncovering hidden gems.

So, keep an eye out for updates on the new Storage Hunters episode at Big Box Storage. Whether you’re a big fan of the show or just love the excitement of auctions, this is one episode you won’t want to miss. And if you’re in need of San Diego storage, definitely check out Big Box Storage—they’re the best in the business.

Big Box Storage makes San Diego storage super easy. If you want more info about their services or need to schedule a delivery, just give them a call at (619) 353-5995 or get a free quote by visiting the website.

Big Box Storage Continues Annual Sponsorship of San Diego Little League

Big Box Storage Inc., a San Diego-based portable storage company, is pleased to announce its continued sponsorship of the San Diego baseball Little League. Each year the company selects a league from a different San Diego community to sponsor. This year the company has chosen to be a “Hall of Fame” sponsor for the Tierrasanta Little League. The season begins on March 2nd, 2013.

To schedule a delivery of a Big Box or to receive additional information about Big Box Storage of San Diego, please contact 1-800-391-4890.

How Big is Big? A Question for San Diego Storage Renters

Every day, we receive calls and emails from prospective storage renters asking the same question: Just how big are your storage units? Given that our company is called Big Box Storage, it’s natural to assume they’re spacious, but how big is big?

We always provide exact exterior dimensions: each Big Box storage unit measures 8 feet long, 5 feet wide, and 7 feet tall. While these numbers are helpful, many customers still struggle to picture what that actually looks like in real-world terms. To clarify, we often explain that a single Big Box can typically hold the contents of a room and a half of furniture. However, this description can still leave some customers uncertain, since the size of a “room and a half” can vary widely from one person to another.

A Creative Solution: Visualizing Space While Giving Back

To make it easier for San Diego storage renters to grasp just how big is big, we’ve come up with a fun and meaningful solution, one that not only answers the question but also benefits local charities.

Starting next month, Big Box Storage will launch a quarterly “How Big is Big?” charity event. Each quarter, we’ll choose a specific item such as a household good or a non-perishable food item that can be donated to a San Diego charity. Then, we’ll load as many of that item as possible into a Big Box to demonstrate its full capacity.

One of the top contenders for our first event in March? Paper towel rolls. How many can fit inside a single Big Box? Hundreds? Thousands? Whatever the final count, this initiative will give renters a much clearer understanding of our storage units’ size.

A Win-Win for the Community

The best part? Once the Big Box is filled to the brim, we’ll deliver its entire contents to a San Diego charity in need. By combining a real-world size demonstration with a meaningful donation, we’re giving back to the community while helping customers make informed decisions about their storage needs.

So, whether you’re looking for a reliable storage solution or just curious about how big is big, stay tuned for updates on our upcoming “How Big is Big?” charity events. We can’t wait to see just how much we can fit and how much good we can do, one Big Box at a time!

Storage Space in San Diego – How Much Does It Cost?

Living in San Diego, CA, comes with numerous benefits. Often referred to as “America’s Finest City,” it boasts a near-perfect climate, stunning beaches, scenic mountains, and easy access to desert landscapes. The city is home to world-famous attractions like the San Diego Zoo, SeaWorld, Balboa Park, and over 60 miles of breathtaking coastline. San Diego is also a golfer’s paradise, featuring dozens of pristine golf courses.

However, while the city has plenty to offer, there’s one significant drawback—its high cost of living. Everything from housing to dining out is more expensive compared to many other parts of the country. This extends to the cost of renting storage space in San Diego, which can be surprisingly steep.

How to Save on Storage Space in San Diego

If you need storage, you might be wondering how to keep costs down. The good news? There are smart ways to save, especially by choosing portable storage solutions like those offered by Big Box Storage.

Traditional self-storage companies often charge high rates because of the expensive land and prime locations they occupy. However, portable storage providers, like Big Box Storage, operate differently. Instead of maintaining costly, high-visibility locations, they store units in more affordable areas, which translates into significant savings for customers.

As of this writing, Big Box Storage offers a monthly rental rate starting at just $89 (with a 12-month minimum commitment) for a 40 sq. ft. storage space, that’s an 8′ x 5′ unit. Compared to traditional self-storage companies, the savings are considerable.

Price Comparison: Big Box Storage vs. Traditional Storage Units

To put things into perspective, let’s look at the storage rates from various self-storage providers in San Diego as of January 21, 2012. The prices for a comparable storage unit (around 40 sq. ft.) are as follows:

  • Company A – Zip code 92108 – $109/month
  • Company B – Zip code 92120 – $99/month
  • Company C – Zip code 92131 – $89/month
  • Company D – Zip code 91977 – $99/month
  • Company E – Zip code 92128 – $120/month
  • Company F – Zip code 92026 – $99/month
  • Company G – Zip code 92121 – $89/month

On average, Big Box Storage is 27% cheaper than other San Diego storage companies. And while we’ve omitted competitor names, a quick Google search for “storage in San Diego” will allow you to verify pricing from these providers.

More Ways to Save with Portable Storage

Choosing portable storage doesn’t just save money on monthly rental fees—it also eliminates other costs that come with traditional self-storage.

No Need for a Rental Truck

One of the hidden expenses of self-storage is the cost of renting a truck to transport your belongings to the facility. Truck rentals can easily exceed $100 once you factor in rental fees, fuel, mileage, and insurance. With portable storage, however, the storage unit is delivered right to your address. Once you’ve packed it up, the company picks it up and stores it in their facility, no truck rental necessary.

Convenience Without the Hassle

Not only does portable storage save you money, but it also saves time and effort. Instead of making multiple trips back and forth to a storage facility, you can pack your items right at your doorstep. This added convenience makes portable storage an ideal choice for those moving, downsizing, or simply looking to free up space at home.

Start Saving on Storage Space Today

If you’re looking for affordable, hassle-free storage space in San Diego, Big Box Storage is the smart choice. To reserve your Big Box today, call 619-353-9614 and start saving!

Need Storage Containers in San Diego?

Looking for storage containers in San Diego? At Big Box Storage, we like to call them Big Boxes, hence the name! Our company specializes in portable storage solutions, delivering one or more storage containers directly to your home or business anywhere in San Diego County.

How It Works

  1. We deliver – A Big Box storage container is brought right to your address.
  2. You load at your own pace – No rush! Take your time filling your container.
  3. You choose the storage location – Keep the container at your address or have it picked up and stored at one of our secure Big Box Storage facilities in San Diego.

Why Choose Portable Storage Over Traditional Self-Storage?

Renting a Big Box storage container eliminates the hassles of traditional self-storage. Forget about renting a truck, loading it up, driving to a facility, and unloading everything again. With portable storage, you load once and never have to leave your home or office!

Storage Container Details

  • Each Big Box holds up to 1.5 rooms of belongings
  • Exterior Dimensions: 8′ (L) x 5′ (W) x 7′ (H)
  • Need more space? No problem—additional containers can be delivered upon request.

Schedule Your Storage Container Today!

For fast, easy, and affordable storage in San Diego, contact Big Box Storage at 619-353-9614. Our representatives are available daily from 7:30 AM to 6:30 PM (Pacific Time). Get started today and experience the convenience of portable storage!

Big Box Storage Supports Rady Children’s Toy Drive

Big Box Storage Inc., a San Diego-based portable storage company, is pleased to announce its donation of storage services for the upcoming AJ’s Kids Crane toy drive. The company will provide all necessary storage units to house more than 100,000 toys collected for the patients of Rady Children’s Hospital.

A Commitment to Community and Compassion

As part of the event, Machado will be lifted 40 feet into the air via scissor lift and will remain on an 8′ x 10′ platform until the toy collection goal is reached. His temporary residence above ground symbolizes the collective effort to uplift children undergoing medical treatment by delivering joy through simple, yet meaningful, gestures, such as new, unwrapped toys.

“San Diego has consistently demonstrated generosity and community spirit,” said Machado. “Every toy makes a difference. It’s not just a gift—it’s a reminder to these kids that they are seen and supported.”

Logistical Support by Big Box Storage

During the course of the event, all toy donations will be securely stored in Big Box Storage containers placed on-site. Once the toy drive concludes, the storage units will be transported to Big Box’s climate-controlled storage facility, where they will be housed and distributed to Rady Children’s Hospital as needed throughout the year.

This donation of storage services ensures the long-term management, security, and availability of the donated items, maximizing their impact on patients and hospital staff alike.

Event Details

  • Location: IKEA Parking Lot, 2149 Fenton Parkway, San Diego, CA 92108
  • Start Date: Friday, November 4
  • End Date: Upon reaching the collection goal of 105,000 toys
  • Event Website: www.Star941fm.com

Big Box Storage has served San Diego County since 2002, offering convenient, on-demand storage solutions for residential and business customers. Its portable model allows individuals to fulfill their storage needs without leaving their homes or offices. For more information about Big Box Storage, call 1-800-391-4890 or visit bigbox.com.

Big Box Storage Brings Joy to Kids at Rady Children’s Hospital

At Big Box Storage, we believe in giving back to the community, and we’re thrilled to once again support a cause that truly makes a difference in the lives of children. We’re proud to partner with San Diego’s Star 94.1 radio station and Rady Children’s Hospital to provide storage for over 100,000 toys as part of the annual “AJ’s Kids Crane” event.

Bringing Holiday Cheer—One Toy at a Time

For the 10th consecutive year, beloved radio host AJ Machado will take to the skies, literally. As part of the “AJ’s Kids Crane” event, AJ will be lifted onto a scissor lift crane, where he will stay until the community donates more than 105,000 new, unwrapped toys for the young patients at Rady Children’s Hospital. Suspended 40 feet in the air on an 8′ x 10′ platform, AJ’s temporary home symbolizes the dedication and commitment to helping children facing serious health challenges. In 2010, the goal was met in just eight days, and we’re confident that this year will be another huge success.

How Big Box Storage is Helping

Throughout the event, all donated toys will be placed in Big Box Storage containers for safekeeping. Once the event concludes, we’ll transport the storage units back to our secure indoor facility in San Diego, ensuring that the toys remain in pristine condition until they’re needed at the hospital throughout the year.

“While we always love supporting community events, AJ’s Kids Crane holds a special place in our hearts,” said Rita Hurley, representative for Big Box Storage, Inc. “Knowing that our storage services help bring smiles to children at Rady Children’s Hospital makes it all the more meaningful.”

Join Us in Making a Difference

The event kicks off on Friday, November 4th, 2011, in the parking lot of IKEA at 2149 Fenton Parkway, San Diego, CA 92108, and will continue until AJ reaches his toy collection goal. If you’d like to donate or learn more, visit Star 94.1’s website.

Affordable Storage Solutions in San Diego

Are you searching for cheap storage in San Diego? The term “cheap” often conjures up images of low quality or lack of value, but it doesn’t have to be that way. Renters looking for budget-friendly storage options in San Diego can find excellent value without compromising on service or security.

Since opening its doors nearly ten years ago, Big Box Storage has consistently offered affordable storage solutions to the San Diego community.

You’ll receive an 8′ x 5′ storage unit (7′ tall) delivered right to your San Diego County address. Once you’ve loaded your belongings, we’ll pick up the unit and store it securely at one of our local facilities. Plus, if you rent for at least four months, we offer free delivery and pickup—a significant savings!

Need to access your storage unit? No problem! You can visit your items any day of the week at our nearby San Diego storage center.

When it comes to cheap storage in San Diego, Big Box Storage is your best bet. We stand by our commitment to value and affordability with a low-price guarantee. If you find a lower storage rate elsewhere, we’ll beat it by 10% or more.

Don’t miss out on an unbeatable storage deal! Call Big Box Storage today at 800-391-4890 and secure your affordable storage solution in San Diego.

Big Box Storage Hits TV on TruTV’s Storage Hunters

Big Box Storage is about to make its small-screen debut! The company was recently selected to be featured in an upcoming episode of Storage Hunters, the hit reality TV show on TruTV. Known for its high-stakes drama, wild bidding wars, and unpredictable finds, Storage Hunters shines a spotlight on storage auctions across the western U.S., and this time, the action is unfolding right here in San Diego.

Filming for the episode has officially wrapped, and the excitement is building. Fans of the show can expect plenty of fast-paced auction action and surprise discoveries, all set against the backdrop of Big Box Storage’s San Diego facility. Whether you’re a longtime viewer or new to the series, this episode is expected to deliver the same high-energy entertainment that’s made Storage Hunters a fan favorite.

What is Storage Hunters?

If you’re not already familiar with it, Storage Hunters is a reality TV show that documents the world of storage unit auctions. When renters stop paying for their units, the contents go up for auction to the highest bidder—sight unseen. The result? A chaotic mix of bidding, bluffing, and bold personalities competing for what could be hidden treasure… or total junk.

The show has earned a loyal following thanks to its unpredictable reveals and larger-than-life auction hunters. From antiques and collectibles to strange and valuable oddities, each unit brings a new surprise and often a new rivalry. With filming locations ranging from Los Angeles to Las Vegas to Phoenix, Storage Hunters now adds San Diego to its list, bringing national attention to one of the region’s top storage companies.

Big Box Storage: Local Leader, National Spotlight

Big Box Storage isn’t just any storage provider. As San Diego County’s largest and most trusted portable storage company, Big Box has built a reputation for convenience, security, and stellar customer service. Customers simply schedule a Big Box to be delivered to their door, load it at their own pace, and either keep it onsite or have it picked up and stored at Big Box’s secure facility. It’s self-storage without the hassle.

Being featured on a nationally televised show is more than just a fun moment for the company. It’s a nod to the growing popularity of portable storage and the trusted name Big Box Storage has built in the San Diego community.

Watch the Episode

The episode featuring Big Box Storage is expected to air later this season on TruTV. For show times and updates, visit trutv.com/shows/storage-hunters

Need Storage in San Diego?

Whether you’re moving, renovating, or just need extra space, Big Box Storage makes storage simple.

Call 619-353-9614 to learn more or to schedule a Big Box delivery today.

San Diego Storage Auctions

In considering a topic for thisstorage blog, I questioned whether the topic of “storage auctions” might be too negative. An overview of the process that ultimately leads with the sale of a storage renter’s stored goods via auction? I thought maybe it would be better to distance ourselves from the issue. However, the reality is that storage auctions are a standard part of the self-storage business. Additionally, they’re also becoming increasingly well known thanks to the various TV shows that have popped up over the last year trying to portray an entertaining side to them. While the shows themselves can indeed be quite entertaining, the reality is that most storage companies (Big Box Storage of San Diego certainly included) do everything they can to avoid selling a customer’s goods.

The standard storage delinquency process of most storage companies around the country (varies according to state) is one in which the renter is sent multiple notices, informing them of their delinquency and the potential consequences. In San Diego (and throughout California), most self-storage companies start the process with a late letter that is sent out 5 to 15days after the rent due date. Basically, this is just a courtesy letter reminding the customer of the payment obligation. It also is typically accompanied by a nominal late fee. In the event payment isn’t received within the couple of weeks that follow, the company will then mail out a preliminary lien letter (commonly referred to as a pre-lien letter in the industry). This letter takes a somewhat stronger approach and warns the renter that if payment isn’t received by a particular date, a lien will be placed on the stored goods in accordance with the particular state laws and rental agreement. Should payment still not be forthcoming, a lien letter is sent to the renter in the weeks that follows. The primary reason for the lien letter is to inform the renter that the stored goods will be sold at auction if payment isn’t received by a particular date. Of course, most storage companies will also ensure that the letters are interspersed with telephone call attempts to the storage renter.

Should a San Diego self storage company opt to proceed with an auction sale as expeditiously as legally possible, the total duration of the delinquency process (from the initial delinquency date to the sale) is between 2 to 3 months. However, most storage companies are a bit more flexible with the time line.

Just as with every storage company across the country, Big Box Storage has a percentage of its customer base (albeit a small one) that is late in paying its monthly rent. However, the company truly views an auction sale as a last resort. Customers willing to communicate with the company and make even good faith payments can often avoid such a fate. The bottom line is that if you’re a customer of Big Box Storage in San Diego currently behind on your monthly rental rate, call us at 1-800-391-4890. You’ll find us to be quite flexible and accommodating when it comes to trying to avoid auction sales.