U-Haul of Research Triangle Now Open on Sedwick Road in Durham

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U-Haul has acquired the former 10 Federal Self Storage property located at 2215 Sedwick Road in Durham, N.C. The new facility, spanning 6.95 acres, includes climate-controlled and drive-up self-storage units, catering to the needs of local students and residents. This location is strategically located four miles from the Research Triangle Institute. U-Haul emphasizes environmentally friendly practices by repurposing existing buildings, avoiding new construction. The facility is now open, providing extended hours and various moving supplies to customers.

Positive

• Acquisition of a 6.95-acre facility enhances U-Haul's service offerings in Durham.
• Strategic location benefits local residents and students.
• Expansion supports environmentally friendly operations by repurposing existing self-storage buildings.

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DURHAM, N.C., Oct. 6, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- U-Haul® recently acquired the former 10 Federal Self Storage property at 2215 Sedwick Road to help meet the demands of Durham students and residents seeking U-Haul moving and self-storage solutions.

U-Haul Moving & Storage of Research Triangle is now renting self-storage units with extended hours access, while offering moving supplies and more. The 6.95-acre property is home to six single-story buildings with interior climate-control and drive-up options.

"This location is just four miles from the Research Triangle Institute and is very convenient for residents in The Triangle," said Chuck Watson, U-Haul Company of Raleigh president. "We are pleased to serve our customers here by providing a trusted name in self-storage. U-Haul offers a clean, secure and well-maintained environment where people want to store their belongings."

The new facility is operated by U-Haul Moving & Storage at U.S. Highway 70. Contact U-Haul Moving & Storage at U.S. Highway 70 at (919) 246-8931. Hours of operation at the anchor store are 7 a.m.-7 p.m. Monday-Thursday and Saturday; 7 a.m.-8 p.m. Friday; and 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Sunday.

Reserve equipment at uhaul.com or contact Reservations at 1-800-GO-UHAUL.

"By using existing self-storage buildings rather than constructing new facilities, U-Haul is taking an environmentally friendly approach to serving our Durham customers," Watson added.

U-Haul, honored as a "Best for Vets 2020" leading veteran-friendly employer by The Military Times, actively recruits veterans and gives them preference in the hiring process. Find U-Haul careers at uhauljobs.com.

As an essential service provider, U-Haul continues to serve communities during the COVID-19 recovery while offering contactless business programs and enhanced cleaning protocols, including added steps for sanitizing equipment between customer transactions. U-Haul products are used daily by First Responders; delivery companies bringing needed supplies to people's homes; small businesses trying to remain afloat; college students; and many other dependent groups, in addition to the do-it-yourself household mover.

About U-HAUL

Since 1945, U-Haul has been the No. 1 choice of do-it-yourself movers, with a network of more than 23,000 locations across all 50 states and 10 Canadian provinces. U-Haul Truck Share 24/7 offers secure access to U-Haul trucks every hour of every day through the customer dispatch option on their smartphones and our proprietary Live Verify technology. Our customers' patronage has enabled the U-Haul fleet to grow to approximately 176,000 trucks, 126,000 trailers and 46,000 towing devices. U-Haul offers nearly 825,000 rentable storage units and 71.6 million square feet of self-storage space at owned and managed facilities throughout North America. U-Haul is the largest retailer of propane in the U.S., and continues to be the largest installer of permanent trailer hitches in the automotive aftermarket industry. U-Haul has been recognized repeatedly as a leading "Best for Vets" employer and was recently named one of the 15 Healthiest Workplaces in America.

Contact:

Andrea Batchelor
Jeff Lockridge
E-mail: publicrelations@uhaul.com
Phone: 602-263-6981
Website: uhaul.com

 

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SOURCE U-Haul

FAQ

What is the significance of U-Haul's recent acquisition in Durham?

U-Haul's acquisition of the former 10 Federal Self Storage property helps meet local demand for moving and storage solutions.

When did U-Haul acquire the new facility in Durham?

U-Haul announced the acquisition of the facility on October 6, 2021.

How big is the new U-Haul facility in Durham?

The new U-Haul facility covers 6.95 acres and features multiple self-storage buildings.

What facilities does the new U-Haul location offer?

The location offers climate-controlled and drive-up self-storage units along with moving supplies.

How does U-Haul's acquisition impact its business strategy?

The acquisition supports U-Haul's strategy of expanding its footprint in key urban areas and providing environmentally sustainable solutions.