A 5x5 storage space is the size of a small walk-in closet. It holds one piece of furniture with a narrow footprint, tall narrow items like lamps, and 6-8 boxes.
A 10x20 storage space is the size of 2-3 Bedrooms. It holds furnishings and appliances for an average 1500 sq. ft. residence. It can also hold compact vehicles depending on width and length.
*Storage unit size is approximate.Offers and promotions are restricted to specially marked spaces based on availability. Offers and promotions may not be combined with other offers or promotions, and are limited to new rentals - space transfers and additional rentals are excluded. Pricing and discounts may exclude fees and costs for additional services.
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Columbia, South Carolina is home to the Hampton Wildcat Storage Facility, a convenient and secure storage facility located just off I-20. The facility is situated on a large, well-maintained property, offering a variety of storage unit sizes to meet the needs of both residential and commercial customers. The facility is equipped with a 24-hour video surveillance system, as well as a secure access gate with a keypad entry system. Customers can choose from a variety of climate-controlled storage units, as well as drive-up storage units. The facility also offers a variety of packing and moving supplies, including boxes, tape, and bubble wrap. Customers can also take advantage of the on-site moving truck rental service, which offers a convenient way to move items into the facility. The Hampton Wildcat Storage Facility is a great option for those looking for a secure, convenient, and affordable storage solution in Columbia, South Carolina.
1120 Old Cherokee RdLexington, SC 2907217.2 Miles Away
Customer Reviews - Life Storage #8130, Columbia
We at Life Storage want to maintain the best storage facilities in Columbia, and in every city where we do business.
Take a look at all the good things our customers say about this Life Storage, and all of our stores! It thrills us to give customers the best customer service possible, and to hear when they are pleased with how we have taken care of their storage needs.
"Britney, the manager, was super helpful. I reserved my unit online. She called me right after to verify and asked me to come in a view the unit first to make sure it would meet my needs. The process was quick and efficient. I recommend this location if you are looking for great customer service and a clean storage unit."
"This was my first time every renting space here! The customer services was absolutely amazing.. The store manager Britney was very nice and helpful during my time at life storage! I highly recommend anyone to rent space rent!"
"William Jones helped me at life storage. He was amazing and so helpful with anything I needed. I recommend life storage to anyone who needs a little extra room."
"Britney at Life Storage on Garners Ferry was so helpful. She helped me both when I called to reserve a unit and then in the office when we finalized the unit. We just moved into the unit today and are already very pleased with our experience. Thank you for helping with our move!"
"After a disastrous U-Haul experience and being sent here for a truck, everything went super quickly and efficiently and at the end of the day when I forgot a moving pad they told me not to even worry about it. The only reason for 4 instead of 5 stars is because I had to ask lots of questions to figure out the situation rather than being provided what I needed up front."
"Our new $10k cargo trailer was stolen within 2 weeks off the vehicle lot. I discovered the theft the next day. Not the Life Storage team.
Ask about recent thefts and vandalism. Ask about what they are doing to deter thieves in response to a nationwide spike in thefts (catalytic converters, trailers).
A common access pin code is given to everyone along with a personalized one. But the personalized one never worked.
Thefts happen. We were aware. But Life Storage advertised security features that other facilities did not. Unfortunately, these were window dressing.
Finally, they called recently about overdue payment for the trailer space. Final impressions were that this Life Storage team was insensitive, clueless, and professionally lazy."
"Great experience! Customer support and timeliness was the best part. I put in a request for a truck at 0730 for pickup at 0900 and it was readily available with zero issues. The rep, Brittney, answered all my questions and ensured I was all set. Definitely recommend their service! Will return!"
"I use this storage facility because the company I work for chose it. The gated back area where my unit is located, has many vehicles that have flat tires, windows broken, and are dilapidated. It doesn’t feel safe and is not run well. Often the gates don’t work and are left open. There are many other problems, too many to list here. I am asking the company I work for to allow me to move to a different storage facility."
"Britney was amazing! Beat customer service iv had with the industry! I've moved several times due to military reasons but this was the best service and space that was effortless! Thank you Britney and LifeStorage!"
"The team at Life Storage is very helpful and knowledgeable of their services and products. The unit I am renting was very clean when I first got it! Great place to store your stuff!"
"1. They issue the wrong address in your reservation, which takes you to a storage warehouse-not the office location for storage or uhaul business. Since they initiate the automated confirmation email, the fact that they provide customers the wrong address to their own facility wastes time and is unacceptable.
2. They don’t even offer to help you hook up the trailer. I’ll manage fine, but first time I’ve been to a uhaul trailer place that didn’t try to assist.
3. I reserved blankets and a dolly as well. When I arrived they said they don’t have it. If they would have called they would have saved me a big hassle-I just frickin left a uhaul place where I could have gotten that stuff. Now I have to go back.
Do NOT use this hillbilly place! Plenty of nearby professional uhaul locations-go to a real store!
James A"
"Nobody works here. It’s a building with an “open” sign, locked doors, and a “closed for lunch”. I have visited 3 times in the past 3 days and have not witnessed an employee here; only the “closed for lunch sign”. The phone is an automated loop with no option to reach a representative. This is the storage unit for you if you never ever have a question that needs to be answered. So scroll thru the website before you use this facility because if you can’t find the answer there, you are simply screwed."
"I drove 200 miles from out of town to check on my property, and can't see anything in my storage because the LIGHTS ARE OUT! And apparently they have been out for over 2 MONTHS! 😡 Totally unacceptable!!
Can't see anything in the rear of my storage, so I have to leave my property here until management decides to provide better customer service."
"Really excellent, clean facility with good access and security. The billing system is well-automated and you can control everything online, set up auto-pay, etc. making it really easy. Rates seem very reasonable compared to other options, and the facility on Garners Ferry next to Target is top notch. Very nice and professional staff, especially Mr. Jones, whom we have seen there the most."
"First time here,good customer service from the associate named Greg,a former veteran as well as I.never used a storage facility before,other than with the military.So far so good,the place seemed to be organized and dress right dress.i guess I'll give it a try."
"Brittney was wonderful! I had a lock that needed to be cut off and she needed to go to another location to get what she needed to finish the job. She did it quickly and was great about it."
"Arrived at 10:10 to this facility for a U-Haul rental. Was “greeted” by Greg Jones at the door. By greeted I mean he opened the door and asked what I was there for and when I told him he promptly told me that I need to call a number he mumbled under his breath while walking off and letting the door shut in my face. I was not able to come into the building due to COVID-19 concerns, which is understandable (though I was wearing a mask). Greg comes back to the door and hands me a stick note with a number on it. He proceeds to tell me that the “Lady who handles the U-Haul is not here today,” and that I need to call that number instead. Again, still no official greeting such as “ Good morning”, “Hello, how may I help you”, etc. I wasn’t aware that politeness sped up the the transmission of COVID, but apparently Greg seem to thinks so at this location because he was sure not to display any. I dialed the number on the sticky note in my car and I spoke with Erica who tells me to hold while she calls Greg in the store I just left. He begrudgingly walks out to check the box for keys then hands them over to me. “I don’t know why she called me, but here are the keys. She has me on hold so I guess she’ll call you back to tell you what you need to do.” I tell him that she has me on hold, too and he walks back into the building. Again, no “Have a nice day” or anything remotely resembling good customer service. I ask Erica who is going to give me the mileage and fuel paperwork since Greg, apparently isn’t. She says to take pictures and turn it in. I am currently awaiting to hear from the area manager. So far this experience has been very customer service deficient. Would not recommend U-Haul location or Life Storage location to anyone."
"Very amazing costumer service. Mr. Chad Lowry was to be honest a God send. He went above and beyond to help me and my family. I would recommend this storage facility to anyone. Secure location and very friendly environment. Thank you all so much."
"WE ARE RENTING A SMALL UNIT FOR OUR SON AND HAVE RENTED WITH YOU WHEN WE SOLD OUR HOUSE. THE GENTLEMAN, GREGG, WHO TOOK CARE OF ME, WAS SO HELPFUL AND POLITE AND PERSONABLE. WONDERFUL CUSTOMER SERVICE, WHICH I BELIEVES IS SO IMPORTANT IN A COMPANY. YOUR UNIT AND SURROUNDINGS ARE ALWAYS CLEAN. PLEASE THANK GREGG FOR HIS SERVICE AND MAKING US FEEL WELCOME ONCE AGAIN."
"Gregg was great with , very helpful and polite . The loading dock and free use of there hand cart made moving easy. Felt very safe leaving my belonging with them at the facility. Would highly recommend"
"Legit no issues with this place. The manager here always super reasonable, and always super nice and if I had any issues were always willing to listen and cooperate. Highly recommend this area!"
"If I could give a 0 I would. I have been treated like crap after their negligence to maintain the storage unit. Rodents destroyed my belongings and the insurance company only paid part of what it was worth. To top it off I've been going back and forth with corporate who continues to lie about me not notifying them the claim was complete when I did. I went in that office and returned calls yet they still lie. No integrity at all!"
"Britney Thomas made my experience really really easy, which can be stressful when you're moving. I was in and out in no time! Thank you for your excellent service!"
"Britney was amazing! She was very punctual and charismatically professional. I really appreciate her help with the UHAUL truck, everything went as smooth as it could go. Thank you!"
"We have rented from this location twice. Each time they called ahead making sure we knew how to get there, treated us professionally and had a truck ready for us in good condition. Highly recommend this place. Ask for Britney"
"This location has the best employees! Britney was very helpful when I first moved here from Washington. I was able to get my storage unit at a reasonable price and the customer service her is amazing! Thank you guys for all of your assistance on making my move "easy breezy!""
"Ive been a customer for over 1 year. The experience has been amazing nonetheless!!!! The customer service has always been outstanding!!! I really appreciate Britney Thomas for her superb skills always!!! If you are looking for any storage needs, I highly recommend Life Storage!!!"
"me and my best friend needed a uhaul right before they close and Tyler made sure that everything went quickly and smoothly. we had our uhaul and was right back out the door within 5 minutes."
"I've been using their service for years, but I cant say much about the people running the office. I have now visited this office 5 different times. I need help changing the lock. They have asked me to stop by at specific times. 3 of times, no one was there. The other 2, the manager left. No message saying I'm sorry ir anything. This is a waste of my time. So, I'll be moving my stuff pronto, assuming anyone that can think will be available to help."
"I was in a rush to rent a uhaul and the employee Tyler was very efficient and had everything I needed within 10 minutes. Looking forward to rent from this location and recommend others."
"Brittney has been the answer to our prayers ! She has been helpful, patient, and there when we need her; I would recommend her to anyone who is looking for a storage solution. She has made our move so much easier !"
"Went to the LifeStorage near Target on Garners Ferry for a UHaul that I needed to rent immediately for a move. This had already been the 3rd location I had been sent to and I got there to a sign on the door saying "Will Return at 11:45" because the keys weren't in the truck for the Mobile Pickup. I was frustrated all over again because my reservation was for 11:15. I called customer service and they wanted to send me to yet ANOTHER location to get the truck. I advised that this was unacceptable and that I was very unhappy. By the time the call disconnected with UHaul, the store manager, Brittney, pulled up to unlock the door. I expressed my frustrations and she sincerely apologized and notified me of where she had been and stated she would get me taken care of immediately. I was relieved!! She handed me the keys after ensuring all of my paperwork was in order and had me in and out of the door within 5 minutes. After returning the keys, she emailed me my receipt with an applied discount for the inconvenience. Way to go Brittney, I appreciate all of your help!"
"Britney was very helpful with telling me every step of the renting process and letting me know what I was signing up for. It was a stress free process and it was set up quick."
"Brittney has good customer service and is very accomodating. Very good location with climate control for my storage while I went through an out of state move."
"Friendly customer service! I visited a competitor on Veterans Rd and the staff there was dead on making me signing the lease. I wasnt sure she was going to let me leave. Also it was way more expensive for same sized unit. On the contrary, Brittney and Anissa were very pleasant and were not pushy at all. Brittney explained the policy and procedures clearly and honest about the pricing. I would definitely recommend this location to anyone I care."
"The staff here was very friendly. The light skin short hair lady provided excellent customer service and got me in and out with no problems when I rented my u haul. Also she was very knowledgeable in the trucks because I was trying to move a whole house with a ten foot truck but she advised me to go with a bigger truck for less trips. I recommend anyone going here if they like fast friendly service!!!"
"Britney provided excellent customer service. Very friendly and professional. Was able to get in and out with ease. I will use them again in the future."
"Amazing and very helpful staff here at this location. When it was time for me to move she was very resourceful about what I needed. Brittney even went out of her way to ask me if I would like to get a Uhaul closer to my house. I really appreciated that seeing as though I was behind schedule on my move. Brittney and her team are rocking things out at this location."
"Brittney has been tremendously helpful during this whole process with my move in at life storage. She has wonderful customer service ethics and she knows how to take care of her customers and make them happy! Brittney is a wonderful employee to your company and if I had to recommend anyone to a storage I would definitely recommend them to Brittney at life storage. Great work ethic, I have no complaints at all and I thank her for everything she has done for me with my move in with life storage. If I ever need a unit again in the near future i will definitely be going back to see Brittney.
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"Britney was awesome when helping me reserve my storage unit. My first time using a storage unit and it was quick and painless. The facility is very clean and well lit with easy access. I definitely recommend this Life Storage location."
"Britney was quick and efficient. She showed me a 10x10 unit that was very clean and I was able to move my things in that day. Very pleased with Life Storage. Thank you Britney!"
"Britany was amazing. She processed the agreement quickly, explained everything and got me to my unit. It was pouring down rain and she got us paper towels to wipe off things before we stored them. I had a problem with the lock we purchased and again she was there to help. Awesome customer service!"
"I have stored with you off and on for at least twenty years. Your people are indeed your most valuable assets! They were always personable and knowledgeable. Always happy to help and truly went above and beyond many times! I even remember George! Brandon, Britney and Lonnie - The very Best! Especially your loyal and talented Britney! Thank you for many years of excellent service."
"We were very happy with the service we received and whenever we have any questions or need extra information we get it promptly. Very satisfied with this business and surely will recommend it to friends and family. "
"I cleaned out my unit during the office lunch break. I intended to call the following morning, but I received a call the same evening. The employee had taken note that my lock was missing and the unit was empty and called to inquire about the situation. He then took care of closing out the account. It was nice to know how on top of it they were. Thank you. "
The entrance, aisles, and most drive-up accessible storage units are wide enough to accommodate large vehicles, up to and including 54' tractor trailers.
You can rent a storage unit without coming to our store office.
Choose the Rent Now option when selecting a storage unit and you will make your payment, get your access code, and go right to your space to move in.
Our video shows you how it works.
Tips for packing your storage unit
If you've never used a storage unit before, this video will show you some great Pro Tips that will help make the process easier and prevent common mistakes.
Save yourself some time, and learn how to keep your belonging safe in storage.
Serving Columbia and Hampton Wildcat
Our self storage facility on Garners Ferry Rd is located northwest of the William Earle Berne Beltway, between Pelham Dr and Rosewood Dr, near Hampton Memorial Park. Click here for directions to this Life Storage.
At Life Storage Facility #8130, we offer great property security systems and clean, affordable storage units to rent for the residents of Hampton Wildcat, Hopkins, Woodfield, Horrel Hill, and other neighborhoods in Columbia, SC. Call us with questions, reserve online, or click here to compare other storage units in Columbia.
Store Office Hours
Mon: 9:30 am - 6:00 pm
Tue: 9:30 am - 6:00 pm
Wed: 9:30 am - 6:00 pm
Thu: 9:30 am - 6:00 pm
Fri: 9:30 am - 6:00 pm
Sat: 8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Sun: Closed
Facility Access Hours
Monday: 6:00 am - 10:00 pm
Tuesday: 6:00 am - 10:00 pm
Wednesday: 6:00 am - 10:00 pm
Thursday: 6:00 am - 10:00 pm
Friday: 6:00 am - 10:00 pm
Saturday: 6:00 am - 10:00 pm
Sunday: 6:00 am - 10:00 pm
Rental Requirements:
Insurance required
Storage insurance available (third party)
$29 admin fee
Payments due monthly, with a minimum of one month rental