FAQ

A contractor storage yard is a dedicated, fenced outdoor space that contractors, tradespeople, and small businesses lease to store equipment, materials, tools, and commercial vehicles. Unlike traditional self-storage units, contractor yards offer open-air space—typically ranging from 1,000 to 7,500+ square feet—giving you room to park trailers, stage heavy equipment, and organize bulk supplies without size restrictions. At Lynx Contractor Storage, each yard includes its own private gate, power outlets, and perimeter security.

A laydown yard (also called a lay-down yard or IOS yard) is an open outdoor storage area used to stage, organize, and secure construction materials, pipes, equipment, and machinery for a project or ongoing business operations. The term is common in construction, utilities, and oilfield industries. Lynx Contractor Storage yards function as laydown yards—providing secure, accessible, flat ground to store and manage your inventory between job sites.

IOS stands for Industrial Outdoor Storage—a category of commercial real estate and leasing focused on open-air, paved or gravel yards used by businesses for equipment, fleet vehicles, and materials storage. IOS facilities are distinct from warehouses because there are no enclosed walls or roof required. Lynx Contractor Storage specializes in IOS solutions for small businesses and contractors who need flexible, affordable outdoor yard space without a long-term industrial warehouse lease.

A regular storage unit is an enclosed, climate-controlled box—typically 10x10 to 10x30 feet—designed for household goods or small business items. A contractor storage yard is a much larger open-air space (1,000 to 7,500 sq ft at Lynx) designed for oversized equipment, commercial vehicles, trailers, and building materials that simply can't fit inside a traditional unit. Contractor yards also offer drive-in access, making it easy to load and unload heavy equipment at any hour.

Lynx Contractor Storage yards are designed for commercial and trade use. Common items our clients store include: construction equipment and tools, landscaping equipment (mowers, trailers, skid steers), fleet vehicles, delivery trucks and sprinter vans, utility trailers and flatbeds, heavy machinery (excavators, forklifts, boom lifts), plumbing and HVAC materials, bulk building supplies and lumber, pipe and conduit, and small business inventory. If your business has materials or equipment that needs secure, accessible outdoor space, a Lynx yard is built for it.

Absolutely. Our contractor storage yards are purpose-built for construction companies. You can store excavators, skid steers, concrete forms, scaffolding, lumber, roofing materials, pipe, fencing, and other job-site inventory. Our large yards (5,000–7,500 sq ft) are particularly popular with general contractors who need a staging and laydown area between active projects.

Yes. Landscaping and lawn care businesses are among our most common tenants. A Lynx contractor yard gives landscapers a central, secure place to store mowers, trailers, leaf blowers, irrigation supplies, and fleet vehicles overnight and between jobs—eliminating the need to haul everything home at the end of every day.

Yes. Vehicle storage is one of the primary uses of our yards. Contractors and fleet operators store work trucks, service vans, utility trailers, equipment trailers, flatbeds, and specialty vehicles at Lynx facilities. Our 24/7 keypad access lets drivers retrieve vehicles early in the morning or return them late at night without restriction.

At Lynx Contractor Storage in Tucson, yard pricing varies by size. Small yards (1,000–2,999 sq ft) are ideal for single-contractor use; medium yards (3,000–4,999 sq ft) accommodate larger equipment sets; and large yards (5,000–7,500 sq ft) are priced for commercial operations. A 7,500 sq ft yard is listed at $1,550/month. For current pricing and availability across all sizes, call us at 520.438.5969 or visit the location page for your area.

Lynx Contractor Storage offers flexible month-to-month leases—no long-term commitment required. This is ideal for contractors with fluctuating project timelines, seasonal businesses, or companies testing a new service territory. You can scale up, scale down, or move on without the burden of a multi-year industrial lease.

Each Lynx Contractor Storage yard lease includes: a private, gated yard space sized from 1,000 to 7,500 sq ft, 24/7 keypad-controlled gate access, 6-foot perimeter security fencing around your individual yard, a dedicated 15-foot rolling gate, 24/7 video surveillance, access to the facility's 8-foot perimeter security wall, and electrical outlets for charging power tools and equipment. Optional on-site customizations and upgrades are also available.

Lynx Contractor Storage yards range from 1,000 to 7,500 square feet. Sizes include small lots (1,000–2,999 sq ft), medium lots (3,000–4,999 sq ft), and large lots (5,000+ sq ft). Specific available dimensions include 75x100 (7,500 sq ft), 60x113 (6,780 sq ft), and 60x100 (6,000 sq ft). Availability changes regularly—call 520.438.5969 to find out what's currently open.

No—Lynx Contractor Storage does not require a long-term lease commitment. Our month-to-month rental terms give you the flexibility to lease only as long as you need, whether that's one month or several years. This flexibility makes Lynx ideal for project-based contractors, seasonal businesses, and growing companies that need room to scale.

Security is Lynx's top priority. Every facility features 24/7 keypad-controlled gate access, advanced video surveillance throughout the property, an 8-foot perimeter security wall, 6-foot chain-link security fencing enclosing each individual yard unit, and a private 15-foot rolling gate for each tenant. These layered security measures help protect your tools, equipment, and vehicles around the clock.

Lynx Contractor Storage provides 24/7 access, 365 days a year. Your keypad code lets you enter and exit at any hour—no need to work around facility office hours. This is critical for contractors who start early, run late, or need to pick up equipment on weekends.

Yes. Lynx facilities are equipped with advanced video surveillance systems covering all common areas and entry points. Combined with keypad-controlled access logs, this helps ensure accountability and provides documentation in the unlikely event of a security incident.

Contractor storage yards are ideal for any trade professional or small business that regularly works with large equipment, vehicles, or materials. Common users include: general contractors and subcontractors, landscaping and lawn care companies, plumbers, electricians, and HVAC technicians, logistics and delivery fleet operators, property maintenance companies, equipment rental businesses, and small businesses that have outgrown home storage but don't need a full warehouse. If you're currently storing work equipment in your driveway, a rented parking lot, or at a job site, a dedicated contractor yard offers a safer, more organized, and more professional alternative.

Yes. Lynx Contractor Storage is specifically designed as the middle ground between home storage and a full industrial warehouse. If your business has outgrown storing equipment in the garage or driveway but you're not ready for the cost or commitment of a warehouse lease, a contractor yard gives you professional-grade space at a fraction of the price. Month-to-month terms mean you can right-size your storage as your business grows.

Absolutely. Plumbing, HVAC, and electrical contractors are a great fit for Lynx yards. You can store pipe, fittings, ductwork, refrigerants, tools, and service vehicles in one central, secure location. Having a dedicated contractor yard eliminates the hassle of managing inventory across multiple job sites and keeps your operation organized and professional.

A warehouse is an enclosed, climate-controlled building—typically expensive, requiring long-term leases, and often oversized for small to mid-sized contractor needs. A contractor storage yard (also called IOS or a laydown yard) is an open-air, fenced outdoor space that's more affordable, available on flexible month-to-month terms, and designed for oversized equipment and vehicles that don't fit in traditional buildings. Lynx Contractor Storage yards offer the practical benefits of a warehouse yard—security, access, and organization—without the cost or commitment.

Generally, yes. Industrial warehouse space typically leases for $8–$18 per square foot annually on multi-year terms, plus NNN expenses. Lynx contractor yards offer month-to-month outdoor storage starting at a fraction of that cost, with no long-term commitment. For contractors who need space primarily for equipment, vehicles, and materials—not climate control or loading docks—an outdoor yard is almost always the smarter, more affordable choice.

When evaluating contractor storage yards, consider these key factors: security features (gated access, surveillance, perimeter fencing), size options to fit your equipment and growth needs, lease flexibility (month-to-month vs. long-term), location and highway access, electrical availability for charging tools and equipment, and the operator's reputation for reliability and responsiveness. Lynx Contractor Storage is purpose-built for contractors with all of these features included in every yard lease.

To lease a Contractor Storage Yard, simply give us a call at 520.438.5969 or contact us through our website using our contact form. Our team will assist you in selecting the right size and appropriate options for your needs and guide you through the leasing process.

All yards come equipped with convenient charging units for power tools and other items.

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