Storage guide

Outdoor yard & lay-down storage

Yard storage is fenced outdoor ground, gravel or paved, rented by the space, the lot or the acre. Contractors, landscapers, haulers and businesses use it to park equipment, stage materials, drop containers or park fleet vehicles close to the jobs they serve.

When a outdoor yard space makes sense

Unlike a unit, a yard is open space, so what matters is the surface, the access for heavy equipment, security, and whether you can come and go at the hours your crew works.

Best for

  • Contractor equipment and trailers
  • Building materials and lay-down areas
  • Shipping containers and dumpsters
  • Fleet vehicles, box trucks and work vans
  • Landscaping stock and seasonal equipment

What to look for

Questions worth asking before you choose a outdoor yard space.

Surface

Gravel, asphalt or concrete. Heavy equipment needs a stable, well-drained surface.

Truck access

Ask about gate width, turning room for semis or lowboys, and how often the snow is cleared.

Crew hours

Early starts need early gate hours. Look for 24/7 access if your crews work around the clock.

Security

Look for perimeter fencing, cameras, lighting and individual gate codes for each driver.

Common sizes

Parking 12×30–12×50Trailers, box trucks and single machines
Partial lotA crew's trailers and staged materials
Acre and upLay-down yards, fleets and container storage

Find outdoor yard spaces near you

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Tips from the pros

  • Photograph your equipment and its condition when you move in.
  • Use wheel locks and hitch locks on trailers, and keep keys off site.
  • Ask whether materials can be stacked and how high, and whether fueling is allowed on site.

Outdoor yard & lay-down storage: common questions

Can I store materials as well as vehicles?
Many yards allow materials such as lumber, pipe and pavers, but rules differ on hazardous items, fuel and stacking. Confirm with the facility.
Is yard storage priced by the space or by the acre?
Both exist. Smaller needs are usually priced per parking space, and larger needs per lot section or per acre. Send a request with your equipment list for a quote.
Can my crew access the yard 24/7?
Some yards offer 24/7 access with individual codes for each driver. Check each listing's access hours.
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