Storage Solutions for University of Florida Employees

Jul 14

The University of Florida is one of Gainesville’s largest employers. During the 2021–2022 academic year, UF employed approximately 32,228 people, including more than 6,600 faculty members. Beyond professors and researchers, the university’s workforce includes thousands of administrative staff, healthcare professionals, IT specialists, maintenance personnel, graduate assistants, and support staff.

Many of these employees eventually find themselves needing extra space. Whether you’re relocating to Gainesville, renovating your home, transitioning between assignments, or simply running out of room, self-storage can provide a flexible and secure solution.

While many storage guides focus on students, this guide is designed specifically for UF faculty, staff, researchers, and UF Health employees.

Why UF Employees Use Storage

The storage needs of university employees are often very different from those of students.

Relocating to Gainesville

Every year, the University of Florida attracts new faculty, physicians, researchers, and staff from across the country.

Many new employees use storage while:

Searching for a permanent home
Waiting for a home purchase to close
Coordinating a long-distance move
Moving between temporary and permanent housing
Renovating a newly purchased property

Storage can provide flexibility during what is often a complicated transition period.

Home Renovations

Gainesville homeowners frequently use self-storage during renovation projects.

Common examples include:

Kitchen remodels
Flooring replacement
Interior painting
Roof replacement
Hurricane-related repairs

Moving furniture and household belongings into storage can make projects easier for both homeowners and contractors.

Research, Teaching, and Professional Materials

Many university employees accumulate large collections of:

Books
Research materials
Teaching supplies
Laboratory equipment
Conference displays
Professional archives

Rather than filling a garage or spare bedroom, some employees choose storage as a practical way to organize and protect these materials.

Temporary Assignments and Travel

Faculty, researchers, and healthcare professionals often spend extended periods away from Gainesville while:

Conducting field research
Participating in fellowships
Completing medical rotations
Attending conferences
Working on temporary assignments

Storage can provide peace of mind while away from home for weeks or months at a time.

Why Climate-Controlled Storage Matters

Florida’s climate can be tough on stored belongings.

Heat, humidity, and moisture can damage sensitive items over time.

Climate-controlled storage is particularly useful for:

Books and publications
Research materials
Electronics
Medical reference materials
Artwork
Photographs
Wood furniture
Important documents

For many UF employees, the additional protection is worth the modest increase in monthly rent.

Take Advantage of UF’s GatorPerks Program

Many University of Florida employees don’t realize they already have access to discounts on moving and storage services through the university’s GatorPerks program.

GatorPerks includes a dedicated Moving & Storage section that features offers from local and national providers.

CubeSmart Self Storage

40% off plus your first month free on select storage units

To redeem:

Present a valid GatorOne ID or UF Health Shands employee badge
Mention GatorPerks at move-in

Offer available to:

UF faculty
UF staff
UF Health Shands employees

CubeSmart Self Storage
3701 SW 42nd Street
Gainesville, FL 32608
904-951-0219

2 College Brothers Moving & Storage

$75 off moves between $750–$1,499
$100 off moves over $1,500

To redeem:

Call or email
Mention GatorPerks when booking

Offer available to UF faculty and staff.

Gator Moving & Storage

15% off moving services

To redeem:

Present a valid GatorOne ID or UF Health Shands employee badge
Mention GatorPerks when requesting an estimate

Offer available to:

UF faculty
UF staff
UF students
UF Health Shands employees

1950 NE 27th Avenue
Gainesville, FL 32609
352-374-4791

Amerigo Auto Transport

20% off vehicle shipping services

To redeem:

Use code GATOR20
Or call and mention the code

Offer available to UF faculty, staff, and students.

iMoving

10% off any booking

iMoving is an online marketplace that allows users to compare:

Moving companies
Storage providers
Moving labor
Courier services

To redeem:

Use code iMoving10 during checkout

Offer available to UF faculty, staff, students, and UF Health employees.

Before booking a move or storage unit, it’s worth checking the current GatorPerks directory to see whether new discounts have been added.

Storage During Faculty and Staff Relocations

One of the most common reasons UF employees rent storage is during a relocation.

New hires often arrive in Gainesville before they have finalized long-term housing plans. Others may be moving from apartments into homes, transitioning between neighborhoods, or waiting for renovations to be completed.

Storage can help bridge these gaps by providing: