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STAFF SPOTLIGHT: AMANDA LENKER

(May 21, 2023) We’re pleased to introduce Amanda Lenker, who became Storage Construction’s Accounting Manager in June of 2022. In her role, Amanda oversees the important responsibilities of managing financial statements, bank records as well as human resources and payroll. Amanda has been an accountant and tax professional for close to 20 years, starting as […]

Storage Construction to Exhibit at the Mid-Atlantic Self-Storage Conference & Trade Show, May 18 &19

In just a few weeks, representatives of self-storage associations from the Middle Atlantic region will convene in National Harbor, Md — and Storage Construction will be there as both an exhibitor and a sponsor. Make plans now to visit us at Table 47 at this important industry event, which will be held at the Gaylord […]

STAFF SPOTLIGHT: ASHLEY POULOS

(April 21, 2023) Ashley Poulos is our new Project Coordinator, having joined Storage Construction in March 2023. In her position, Ashley works in close coordination with President Scott Forry, VP of Preconstruction and Development Matt DePrato, and VP of Construction Services and Business Development Nate Jones, to develop and execute construction contracts from beginning to […]

Morgan Engels to Depart Storage Construction

(March 17, 2023) After a successful tenure as Operations and Office Manager, Morgan Engels will be leaving the company to be a full-time mother for her (soon-to-be) three children.  Her last day will be May 1.  As her young family grows, she has made the decision to turn over her responsibilities to other team members, […]

STAFF SPOTLIGHT: PETE DUFFY

(April 10, 2023) We’re happy to introduce Pete Duffy, who joined Storage Construction in September 2022 as a Site Superintendent. In that role, Pete is responsible for: Overseeing daily operations of projects Keeping schedules and budgets on track Obtaining inspections and permits from local governments Assessing daily progress Maintaining safe, clean worksites Prior to joining […]

Storage Construction’s Matt DePrato to present at 2023 ISS World Expo

(March 28, 2023) Storage Construction’s VP of Preconstruction & Development, Matt DePrato, will be giving a presentation on value engineering at the 2023 Inside Self Storage (ISS) World Expo in Las Vegas on Wednesday, April 12. The presentation, entitled Value Engineering in Self-Storage: Cinching the Purse Strings on Your Next Construction Project, will give owners some […]

STAFF SPOTLIGHT: MEL BISHOP

(January 16, 2023) Mel Bishop is Director of Construction Services, giving her responsibility for the general oversight of all Storage Construction projects and their progress. She works with the team of site superintendents and project managers to provide the right balance of support and management. “My goal is to be as much a resource for […]

Smart Design, Rain or Shine

We hate to be the ones to tell you this, but bad weather is on the way.  Predictors from the Old Farmer’s Almanac to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration are forecasting that temperatures are going to be lower than average – and precipitation is going to be higher than average. Believe it or not, […]

Design/Build: Strength in Numbers

(August 11, 2022) — Storage Construction has always put a strong emphasis on the benefits of design/build approach to projects. Having the most capable people managing the various steps of your project, and working together in a coordinated, seamless way yields results that boost your bottom line: You save time You save money You have […]

STAFF SPOTLIGHT: SHANNON GREGO

(July 28, 2022) We’re happy to introduce Shannon Grego, who joined Storage Construction in June 2021 as a Project Estimator. In her role, Shannon’s responsibilities include: Studying plans, specification manuals, and any other key information to properly understand specific project work. Obtaining quotes and negotiating with subcontractors and vendors Developing comprehensive outlines of required project […]

STAFF SPOTLIGHT: JEREMY PENA

(June 22, 2022) We’re happy to introduce Jeremy Pena, who joined Storage Construction in May 2022 as a Project Superintendent. In that role, Jeremy’s responsibilities include: Managing daily activities, quality of site work, and safety on jobsites Maintaining his accessibility to contractors to ensure their organization and progress toward the project goals Ensuring safety on […]

North Penn Project Wraps Up in Colmar

(June 23, 2022)  Last month, Storage Construction completed its 87,000 square-foot, 3-story North Penn project in Colmar, PA. This new facility required quite a bit of site preparation before we got started with new construction. We demolished and removed a 32,000 square-foot existing building, an existing slab of more than 18,000 square feet, plus several […]

Three-Phase Project Completed in Gilbertsville

Storage Construction is excited to announce the completion of the final phase of a multi-story, 9-building new construction project in Gilbertsville, PA. The entire site encompasses more than 86,000 square feet, and was completed in three phases: Phase I:   56,300 square feet, made up of 5 self-storage buildings and 1 office building.  Completed April 2020 […]

Matt DePrato named VP of Preconstruction and Development

(YORK, Pa)  — Storage Construction has announced Matt DePrato as its new Vice President of Preconstruction and Development. Matt is a 17-year veteran of the self-storage industry. He has served as the Director of Operations for PFG Capital’s self-storage portfolio, and has overseen the operations of Storage Construction’s affiliate company, Automated Security, a national security […]

All About Upgrades

Curb appeal: The #1 way to attract customers Self-storage facility upgrades can be a clear point of differentiation in a competitive marketplace.  Buildings of all ages can be renovated and updated to make a positive impression when customers enter your facility. But how can you tell when it’s time to “freshen things up?”  Begin by […]