RV / Boat Storage Construction
Increasingly strict deed restrictions in residential subdivisions have created an unprecedented demand for boat and RV storage facilities. It is no wonder Boat and RV storage is a booming business and offers tremendous opportunities for investors. The number of boats and RVs registered in the United States has increased by over 50% in the past 10 years due to several factors, including the increasing popularity of outdoor activities, the rising cost of homes, and the aging population.
There is a limited supply of available storage space, and the high demand for RV or boat rental spaces will only continue to grow. This means investors who secure land and build a boat and RV storage facility will likely see a good return on their investment.
Should you decide to tap into this profitable market, there are a few things to consider:
1. Long-Term Rentals
Boat & RV storage attracts long term clientele. These vehicles tend to be expensive, and RV and boat owners know that their value is tied directly to their depreciation. Good storage and shade are often viewed as necessities to protect these investments.
2. High Demand
Demand is high for these types of storage facilities, meaning low competition and high occupancy rates.
3. Flexible Storage Spaces
Remember that the space needed for boat and RV storage is considerably larger than with traditional storage units. That said, boat parking and RV storage spaces can be as simple as a covered parking area or as complex as a fully enclosed storage space with a dump station and all the bells and whistles of indoor storage – allowing you to offer a range of options in a variety of price points!
4. Ease of Business
Management of these units tends to be less demanding than that of other types of self storage.
Whether your boat and RV storage is simple covered parking or Class A enclosed buildings, A-Lert Building Systems can provide everything you need to make your boat and RV self storage facilities a reality.
A-Lert’s Boat and RV Storage Buildings
Choose A-Lert Building Systems for your next boat and RV storage and you’ll benefit
from our extensive experience in the self storage construction industry. A-Lert also offers:
Lead Times
In-House Engineering
Our top-rated in-house engineering team works closely with our talented designers to ensure your building system is structurally sound, safe, and cost-efficient.
Competitive Prices
When you work with A-Lert Building Systems, you will benefit from our single-source mentality, including our money-saving tips and cost effective measures resulting from being in the construction business for nearly four decades.
A-Lert is Your Building Solution
A-Lert’s award winning boat and RV storage buildings and self storage construction services are among the best in the industry. Our quality engineers, competitive prices, and genuine customer service ensure you’ll absolutely love A-Lert Building Systems.
Call today 800-344-0609 for more information concerning our options for boat storage and RV storage buildings and construction services. Also, be sure to look at the rest of our website to see the other services we provide.
A-Lert Building Systems is a self-storage contractor that engineers, manufactures and installs self-storage facilities for Austin-area developers, entirely in-house. Our plant in New Braunfels is about 50 miles down I-35, so components come from our own shop, not a supplier across the country. In a market where land is expensive and demand keeps growing, getting the site, unit mix and build right the first time matters. 40+ years in construction, backed by Centurion Industries.
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Local expertise in the Austin market
High land costs push new construction inside the core toward infill and multi-story projects, while suburban submarkets such as Round Rock, Cedar Park, Pflugerville, Georgetown and the Hutto/Taylor corridor, where the semiconductor expansion is bringing new development, still have room for single-story, drive-up builds. Projects here follow I-35, the metro's north-south spine; MoPac (Loop 1) and US 183 on the west and north sides; US 290 and SH 71 toward Southwest Austin and Dripping Springs; and the SH 130 and SH 45 toll roads carrying growth east and north. We design to City of Austin zoning and permitting requirements and to Texas code, from North Austin and the Domain to South and East Austin and the outer suburbs.
Self-storage building types we design and build
- Multi-story climate-controlled facilities for high-cost infill sites in the urban core.
- Single-story drive-up facilities for suburbs such as Round Rock, Cedar Park, Georgetown and Hutto, where land is still available.
- Boat and RV storage serving Lake Travis, Lake Austin and the Highland Lakes.
- Pre-engineered metal buildings for fast, cost-controlled builds.
- Building conversions that turn underused retail or industrial space into a producing facility.
- X-tra Storage HD heavy-duty units for oversized, high-value tenants.
Turning Austin retail and industrial space into storage
In a land-constrained market, converting an existing building is often the fastest route to an infill location you could not buy as raw land. A-Lert evaluates the structure, access and zoning, then handles the reconfiguration, structural upgrades and code-compliant retrofit end to end.
Building for Austin's growth
Austin has been one of the fastest-growing large metros in the U.S., and much of that growth comes from people relocating. New arrivals often rent before they buy and need storage during the move. A-Lert builds for that trajectory: the right unit mix for each submarket, and phased designs that let a facility expand as the surrounding neighborhoods fill in.
Why developers choose A-Lert in Austin
- Our own 40,000 sq ft manufacturing plant about 50 miles away in New Braunfels.
- Single-source: engineering, in-house fabrication and installation, with the build managed end to end.
- Licensed as a general contractor for 30 years, with 40+ years in construction.
- A division of Centurion Industries, for financial strength on large projects.
- Built for ROI: the right unit mix and footprint for expensive Austin land.
Frequently asked questions
Is multi-story worth it in Austin?
Inside the urban core, usually yes. With land among the most expensive in Texas, vertical construction produces far more rentable space per acre. The right answer comes from modeling single-story against multi-story for the specific site and submarket.
Can you convert an Austin retail or industrial building into self-storage?
Often, yes, and in a land-constrained market it is frequently the most cost-effective path. It starts with evaluating the structure, access and zoning, then retrofitting the shell into a code-compliant facility.
How do Austin land costs change the build?
They push most core projects toward multi-story and conversions, which need real structural engineering: reinforced framing, elevators and fire suppression. A-Lert does that engineering in-house, so the design fits both the site and the budget.
Do you handle Austin permitting and code?
Yes. We design to City of Austin zoning and permitting requirements and to Texas code, and our single-source team keeps the schedule moving through review.
