UNITS Moving and Portable Storage

UNITS is one of the largest moving & portable storage companies in the US. UNITS provides both short and long-term moving and storage both on and
off site with convenient moving capabilities and the most secure storage container in the industry. We focus on customer needs at the local level, rather than a national call center so we provide unparalleled customer service in our industry. The $41 billion moving and storage industry is
growing at a rapid pace, and is one of the most recession and technology resilient industries available.
Established in 2004, American-owned and operated UNITS® has earned a reputation for providing competitively priced services and excellent personal customer service focused on relationship building. UNITS national network services over 500 cities in North America and offers clean, climate controlled, and conveniently located sales and storage facilities.

UNITS® directly competes in the portable storage and moving industry that covers four very large industries: Self-Storage, On-Site Storage, Self-Service Moving and Inter-Franchise Moves (Long Distance). These industries represent over $42 Billion in estimated revenue!

Our franchisees will benefit from our Proven Management Team and Flexible Franchise Models while providing their customers with High Quality storage units for the Best Price! UNITS® provides all of their clients with the necessary materials and equipment to better help make moving and storage efficient and stress-free.

Why the storage Industry?

High upside income potential unparalleled with most franchise models
A very high level investment opportunity and not necessarily one to "replace an immediate paycheck"
An extremely simple business model with great ROI

Our ideal franchisee / candidate

Well capitalized, growth oriented, enterprise builder who is effective in leading teams and marketing/business development.
Not afraid of a larger capital investment upfront to achieve much higher revenues/profits a few years into the business.
Our great performers have strong leadership and great people skills. Our most successful franchise partners have a management background with an understanding of sales and marketing.

AVAILABLE MARKETS
US markets available: Portland, OR; Pittsburgh, PA; Buffalo, NY; Chattanooga, TN; Panhandle, FL; El Paso, TX; Chicago, IL; Cleveland, OH; Little Rock, AR

HOT Regions/Desirable: Many available - See listing in "Downloads" or call for details

NOT available: ND, SD, MT

Available in Canada: YES

International Referrals: YES

BACKGROUND
Year founded: 2004

Year Franchised: 2007

Number of franchises currently operating: 60

Number of corporate owned franchises: 3

Home Based: NO

Absentee ownership available: YES (Semi)

Accepting Master Franchisor and Area Developer Referrals: YES

Average number of employees required: 3

E2 Visa Friendly: YES

FINANCIAL DETAILS

Franchise Fee: Single: $55,500 (minimum of 300,000 population); additional $18,500 per added 100,000 population

Providing earnings guidance in Item 19 in FDD: YES

Total investment range: $518,000 to $1,269,400

Net worth requirement: $1,500,000

Liquid Capital: $500,000

Royalty: 8%

Additional fees: 2% Marketing Fund

Financial assistance available: YES

VetFran program: NO

SUPPORT & TRAINING PROVIDED
Very detailed pre-training program (2 months) and field training program for both owners and employees. Including:

4 days at corporate headquarters
Biweekly Operation Support Calls
Monthly Franchise Conference Calls
National & Regional Meetings/Convention

Cost for Training: $1500 to $3000 (travel & lodging)

Lodging and airfare included: No

Site Selection Assistance: YES

Lease Negotiation Assistance: YES
Mentor following training: YES

Length of mentoring Franchisee: Throughout term of franchise agreement - ongoing

Last updated: 7/1/2026

Liaison: Angela Alvarez, CFPC