Step 1: Things to consider when looking for a warehouse to let
Firstly, you need to consider several important things below to find the right warehouse for your business.
Choosing the right warehouse space for your business will depend on what you plan to do with it – whether it’s for storage, distribution, industrial, manufacturing, or a mix of activities. To find the perfect fit, you’ll need to consider the total square footage as well as the actual measurements of the warehouse (height, length etc.) and how it aligns with your business needs. It’s also important to think about both your current and future space requirements, as your business will keep changing over time.
In most cases, manufacturers, exporters, or wholesalers use a medium-sized to bigger warehouse (typically around 30,000 sq ft) while smaller warehouses are often being used by e-commerce or new businesses (around 1,000 sq ft up to 5,000 sq ft). We have a large range of sizes – browse our available warehouses for rent.
Your business will likely change over time, so you need to consider how long you can commit to the warehouse. Longer leases often result in lower rents, so think about the maximum time you can commit to get the best possible deal. In most cases, warehouse leases often range from 3 to 5 years. However, there can be variations where shorter or longer lease terms are negotiated based on specific circumstances.
We offer warehouse leases from 3 years to 5 years but can do longer leases if required – learn more about our Smart Lease option.
Location is one of the most crucial things to consider when choosing a warehouse for rent because it will highly impact your supply chains, operational costs, rent costs, delivery times, legal compliance, and more.
Before renting a warehouse, it’s worth considering how accessible and easy it is to transport goods. A well-located warehouse should have good access to major motorways, transportation hubs, city centre, ports, or airports–depending on your business needs. Learn more about the key factors to think about when choosing a business location.
Warehouses vary in terms of availability – some warehouses are ready for immediate use while others may require renovation or construction to meet your specifications. You’d want to plan in advance and make sure you notify the agent or landlord about your timescales. Don’t leave anything to the last minute and allow plenty of time for sorting out the legal documentation and securing any necessary consents.
At Indurent, depending on the availability of the warehouse, you can move in as quickly as one week from the initial inquiry with our Smart Lease.
Security should be a top priority to consider when looking for a warehouse for rent. Especially if you’re storing a lot of stock in the warehouse, you’d want to make sure your goods are stored safely. You should check with your agent or landlord if the warehouse is equipped with mandated security systems (e.g. 24-hour CCTV, on-site security guide, fire alarm system, fencing, and more).
At Indurent, you can rent a warehouse space with excellent security systems, such as a 24-hour surveillance camera, an alarm system, fire detection, an electric roller shutter door, access control, gates, lighting, and more.