Choosing the Right Site Storage Unit: What Really Matters on Site

If you’ve ever managed a live construction site, you’ll know that site storage isn’t just a tick-box exercise — it can make or break the day-to-day flow of your job.

It’s not just about chucking a padlock on a steel box and hoping for the best. When you’re running a team, coordinating trades, protecting kit, and dealing with constant pressure to stay on schedule — you need a storage solution that actually works for you.

So what should you be looking for in a site storage unit? Here’s what really matters.

1. Security That Works in the Real World

Let’s be honest: if someone wants to get in, they’ll try. But that doesn’t mean you make it easy for them.

Look for:

• Reinforced steel construction

• Anti-jemmy bars and internal lock boxes

• Heavy-duty padlocks (preferably included, not extra)

• Units that sit flush to the ground (no easy lift points)

PlantGuard units are designed with all of this in mind — because we’ve seen what works (and what doesn’t) in real-world site environments.

2. Usability: Is It Actually Fit for Purpose?

You’re not buying a storage unit for the sake of it. You’re buying it because you’ve got tools to protect, crews to equip, or site work to keep moving.

That means:

• Forklift pockets or lifting eyes for easy placement

• Internal racking, lighting or power (not always standard)

• Enough space to actually organise things, not just pile them in

A good storage unit makes your life easier. A bad one? Adds to the stress.

3. Delivery That Doesn’t Hold You Back

Time is always tight. A good supplier should be able to deliver within a few days max — and ideally same week if you’re stuck.

At PlantGuard, we get this. That’s why we stock ready-to-go units and run flexible delivery slots to fit around your programme.

4. Flexibility for Your Project Timeline

Every job is different. You might need storage for six months — or six days. You might want to hire, or buy outright.

Check whether the supplier offers:

• Short or long-term hire

• Rent-to-buy options

• Fast off-hire or swaps if needs change

The ability to adapt is just as important as the steel itself.

💡 Did You Know?

PlantGuard units are used on sites of all sizes — from local housing plots to multi-phase infrastructure jobs — because we don’t do one-size-fits-all. We’ll talk to you about what you actually need.

🛠In Summary: Your Site Storage Checklist

Here’s what to tick off before ordering your next unit:

Solid steel build with built-in security features

Easy to move and position on site

Internal racking or electrics if needed

Fast delivery — no 4-week wait

Flexible hire or buy options

Human support at the other end of the phone

Need Some Straightforward Advice?

Call us on 01302 729866 or visit www.plantguard.co.uk to find out what will actually suit your job.