MakoRabco Products - A Self Storage Building Company
If you're looking for a self storage building company you can count on, MakoRabco brings decades of experience, in-house engineering, and expert support to every project. Whether you need single-story buildings, climate-controlled units, boat and RV storage, or want to convert an existing structure, our team will guide you from first sketch to final bolt.
We don’t just build metal buildings. We help you build a successful storage business.
What Type of Self Storage Facility Are You Building?
No two storage sites are the same. The best design depends on your lot, local zoning, building code, and business goals. Below are the most common building types our self storage builders design and deliver.
Our quick time delivery system enables you to starting earning rental income sooner.
And features designed into our self storage systems make them easier and faster to erect, which keeps your costs down and profits high. Our design flexibility allows you to achieve the unit mix you need to maximize your return on investment.
In addition to the unlimited design options that MakoRabco, Inc. can offer for your self storage buildings, our expertise and know-how provide many advantages, including:
- In-House Structural Engineering: With a drafting and engineering team that specializes in self storage design and construction, we design efficiencies into the engineering of your project. For instance, we offer a single-story design that distributes the building loads evenly throughout the slab, resulting in reduced foundation requirements. Preset anchor bolts are not required.
- Unlimited Options for Unit Mix: Utilizing a 5’x10’ grid system, we can help maximize the efficiency of the site while keeping your self storage construction costs down.
- Reduce Erection Time: All steel is precut and marked to reduce erection time. No forklift is usually required to erect our self storage systems. These savings are passed on to you.
- Options for Roofing and Siding: We offer flexibility with your building products, including standing seam roofing and Thoreau-fastened panels, as well as many options for metal siding.
- Extended Warranties: All of our roof and wall panels come with a 20-year extended warranty.
- Quick Delivery: With 17 manufacturing locations across the country, we have the ability to ship your building materials or replacement parts rapidly and at a low cost.
- Quality Installation: In most areas, MakoRabco can also provide a crew to install our buildings on your slab. Our self storage installation crews are some of the best craftsmen in the trade. All of our crews are certified by our Project Management Staff and have years of experience building self storage.
Single-Story Self Storage Buildings
Great for: Suburban and rural areas, high-drive-up demand, wide lots
Our single-story self storage construction services are designed for maximum speed and ROI. These are often the fastest to build and lease up, especially in areas where ground space is available and customers want easy access to drive-up units.
- Drive-up access options
- Fastest construction timeline
- Cost-effective per square foot
Climate-Controlled Self Storage
Great for: Areas with high humidity or extreme temperature swings
Climate-controlled self storage buildings protect your tenants' belongings from heat, cold, and moisture. These units command higher rents and attract long-term renters. MakoRabco’s building systems allow for insulated wall and roof panels, HVAC-ready layouts, and a professional look inside and out.
- Interior corridors or enclosed units
- Higher per-unit revenue potential
- Ideal for business storage or high-value goods
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Multi-Story Storage Buildings
Great for: High-density urban or infill sites where land is limited
Our multi-story self storage construction services allow you to increase rental income without expanding your footprint. Whether you need two floors or five, we help design safe, efficient, profitable vertical facilities with elevator access, stairwells, and strong curb appeal.
- Maximize revenue per acre
- Modern, urban-friendly design
- Custom unit mix by floor
Boat & RV Storage (Enclosed or Covered)
Great for: Sunbelt states, vacation towns, suburban sprawl areas
Boat and RV storage demand is growing fast. MakoRabco builds enclosed units, canopy-style structures, or a mix of both. These high-clearance buildings can be customized with electrical hookups, extra-wide doors, and deep bays for trailers or oversized vehicles.
- Steel canopies or enclosed buildings
- Custom widths and clearances
- Optional lighting and outlets
Canopy Storage Structures
Great for: Parking storage, vehicle fleets, or lower-cost covered storage
Canopies are a cost-effective way to offer covered storage for vehicles, trailers, or seasonal equipment. Built with long-lasting steel framing and roof panels, these open-air structures are popular for RV parks, utility fleets, and transitional use land.
- Fast to install
- Lower cost per square foot
- Add-on to existing facilities
Conversion Projects
Great for: Vacant warehouses, big-box retail stores, or unused commercial property
Our team helps you turn underused buildings into revenue-generating storage facilities. Converting to self storage involves new floorplans, partition layouts, unit mix analysis, and code compliance. We’ll help you plan it right and avoid surprises.
- Reuse existing shell
- Fast-track permitting in many cities
- Ideal for tax savings and redevelopment
Pre-Engineered Metal Buildings (PEMB)
Great for: Custom layouts, mixed-use buildings, and larger developments
MakoRabco provides full PEMB design and delivery for developers who want control over every detail. From foundational steelwork to panel selection and custom trim, our PEMB solutions bring flexibility without giving up speed.
- Design-build approach
- Cost-efficient for large projects
- Scalable for multi-phase development
Passport™ Smart Lock System
Great for: Facilities that want to improve security and simplify tenant access
Our smart lock system provides app-based access, remote monitoring, and keyless entry for tenants. It's built to boost security, reduce lock issues, and modernize your facility. Passport is a trusted solution for new builds or retrofits.
- Mobile access for tenants
- Remote management for owners
- Seamless tenant onboarding
Why Work With a Trusted Self Storage Building Company Like MakoRabco?
Choosing the right partner for your self storage project means everything. From budget planning to final construction, MakoRabco is one of the most experienced self storage builders in the U.S.
- 3,500+ facilities built nationwide
- Licensed and experienced in all major markets
- In-house engineers and construction experts
- Help with zoning, planning, and permitting
When you work with MakoRabco, you're not getting a generic metal building company. You're getting a partner that knows the self storage business inside and out.
Talk to our team today about your project or request a quote for your preferred building type.
Frequently Asked Questions
It depends on zoning, lot shape, budget, and your target renters. Our team will walk you through your options and provide conceptual layouts to help you decide.
Climate-controlled and multi-story facilities often command higher rents. But drive-up units in the right location can lease up faster. Profit depends on local demand, not just building type.
Most projects take 6 to 18 months depending on permitting, weather, and building type. Canopies go up fast. Multi-story facilities take longer.
Get Started With America’s Most Trusted Self Storage Builders
Whether you're just starting or ready to break ground, MakoRabco is the self storage building company that brings deep industry knowledge, proven systems, and real partnership.
Let’s talk. Share your project goals and we’ll help you choose the right building type, get accurate cost estimates, and map out your next steps.