For nearly any large construction jobs, construction materials are dropped off by freight carriers. Why? Because the sheer volume of the materials that go into a build, a renovation, or other types of construction is too much to simply run to the store and grab.
So, when these carriers conveniently drop the supplies at the construction site, what is to become of them? Where do they go? How do they stay in a healthy condition?
Truth is – they are typically left to weather the outdoors until they are needed in the construction process. Unfortunately, during this time, everyone simply hopes that they do not succumb to a terrible demise due to unfavorable outdoor conditions.
Can You Keep Construction Materials Safe?
It seems a bit risky to leave materials out in the open, doesn’t it? Construction projects are not cheap – and materials take up a chunk of that cost. Therefore, leaving them to chance doesn’t seem like the best idea.
Want a solution? You need dry storage with a tent rental.
The benefits of using such a structure are immeasureable:
1. Provide a Climate-Controlled Space
Imagine having a space that is convenient and beneficial – and also kept at the right temperature for your needs. Sure, you could rent out a local warehouse or storage facility nearby. But, what if you didn’t have to?
With a tent rental, you can have the perfect climate-controlled space.
Depending on where you reside, this may prove to be a huge convenience – perhaps even saving you money!
- For instance, if you reside in a hot, humid (or wet) region, then the constant exposure of your materials to this weather could cause damage.
- Or, if the area you are located in is often subjected to freezing temperatures resulting in ice and snow – this, again, can cause a huge problem.
Having a tent rental with climate control means that you are able to control the temperature at which your construction materials are stored. You can rest easy that your stored items will be in top shape when you need them.
2. Create a Space Safe from Inclement Weather
Many construction materials have a tarp placed over them as a means of controlling the damage from inclement weather. Unfortunately, while it is a good try, this method does not always help.
Why? Well, strong winds – which are often common with rough weather – can easily lift your tarp. Even if it doesn’t lift it all the way, it still can lift it enough to allow the weather through. Even more, being left on the ground leaves them vulnerable to rain puddles, snow, melting snow, and the like.
The result?
Damaged and weathered materials. Let’s not even mention the possibility of mold growth due to dark, damp conditions.
Renting a fabric tent structure gives you peace of mind that your construction materials are well protected. These tents are designed to withstand many types of inclement weather. What’s more is that with the option to add flooring to your tented structure, you raise your materials off the ground, thus protecting them from rain puddles, snow, mud, etc.
3. Allows a Wide Open Area for Ease of Storage
You may think that a tent is not a viable option for you because you have large materials. Or, perhaps you use large machinery to move the materials. How will that work in a tent?
Well, here’s some good news – clearspan tents – the type most commonly used on construction sites – work beautifully for the storage of both construction materials and machinery. The reason is that they offer a wide-open space for storage. There are no poles within the tent that will require you to work around them.
Move your supplies in and out with ease using the largest machinery. This in itself makes it a great option for storage.
4. Convenient Locations
What if you found a great deal on a warehouse storage facility in your city? Great! You can store all of your construction materials for all of your jobs in one centralized location. Of course, you may encounter some frustrations, such as:
- Having to leave the job site and drive to another location when you need materials.
- Needing to then transport the materials from the storage facility to the job site.
- Making sure you are visiting the storage facility during business hours.
Opting for a shared warehouse space can come with these aggravations and more. So, you may want to think twice before choosing either of these options.
Here’s your better solution – a tent rental. After all, doesn’t it seem much more convenient to have your construction material stored right where you need them? With a tent rental that can happen.
See, these tents are designed to be constructed anywhere – on any surface. Further, it can be designed to meet your size requirements, both of the space and for the materials. So, no matter how big or small your project or space, you have a dry storage option for your construction materials. Remove the need for all the logistics if you install a tent right on site.
5. Tent Rentals are Multi-Use
Finally, while a tent rental can be a helpful and wonderful addition for storing your construction materials at your construction site, that is not all a tent can do.
Because you have control over the size of the tent your rent, you can choose to make it a multi-functional option. For instance, you can store your construction materials under your tent. We’ve determined that this is a great choice for dry storage. But, a tent rental can also provide you…
- A place for your crew to rest out of the outdoor conditions.
- A place for an office, removing the need for a separate space.
- Place to house your machinery, no matter the size.
The idea is to take full advantage of all these tent rentals have to offer.
Final Thought
Are you looking to improve your current dry storage situation for your construction materials? Are you tired of losing them to the elements or paying extra for transportation?
Invest in tent rentals and you will have access to climate control, flooring, varying size with wide-open space, and so much more – to store your construction materials in a safe, dry space.
You can’t improve much more than that, right?
