When a Lift is not a Lift

Why Goods-Only Lifts Can Ruin Your Storage Experience When choosing a self-storage facility, the type of lift available might not seem important—but it can make or break your experience. Many…
Warning Sign for Goods Lift Only Not For Passenger

Why Goods-Only Lifts Can Ruin Your Storage Experience

When choosing a self-storage facility, the type of lift available might not seem important—but it can make or break your experience. Many facilities rely on goods-only lifts that can’t carry passengers. This means you’re left lugging yourself up stairs while your items ride separately. If multiple customers are present, it quickly becomes a frustrating cycle of waiting and juggling, turning your storage visit into a hassle.

Green Goat passenger lifts


The Problem with Goods-Only Lifts

Goods-only lifts are outdated remnants of self-storage’s roots in the warehousing industry. While they may save money for facility owners, they create significant problems for customers:

  • Inconvenience: Moving items becomes a logistical headache, coordinating between sending your belongings up and climbing stairs yourself.
  • Congestion: When several customers move items at once, bottlenecks and delays are inevitable.
  • Accessibility Issues: These lifts exclude customers with mobility challenges, forcing them to struggle or look elsewhere for storage.

How Green Goat Storage Does Things Differently

At Green Goat Storage, we prioritize your convenience and comfort. That’s why we’ve made a significant investment in two state-of-the-art passenger lifts, designed to improve your storage experience from the ground up.

Here’s why our approach stands out:

  1. Passenger-Friendly Design: Our lifts are for you and your belongings—no stairs required. Enjoy seamless, hassle-free access to your unit.
  2. Dual-Lift System: With two lifts on-site, you’ll avoid delays even during busy times. If one lift is under maintenance, the other ensures uninterrupted service.
  3. Customer-First Philosophy: Unlike larger storage chains focused on cutting costs, we take a long-term view. Our investment in passenger lifts reflects our commitment to your satisfaction.

Why We Invest in Your Convenience

At Green Goat Storage, we believe exceptional customer experience is worth every penny. Our upfront investment in premium infrastructure pays off by making your visits easier, smoother, and stress-free.

While other facilities rely on outdated systems to save costs, we’re setting a new standard for modern, customer-focused storage. Whether you’re storing for a move, decluttering, or creating extra space, you’ll notice the difference with us.


Don’t settle for less Choose Green Goat Storage — a facility built with you in mind.