Security Features at Brickwork Self Storage

Choosing a storage unit comes down to trust. When you hand over your belongings to a facility, you want reassurance that fencing, cameras, and access controls actually do their jobs. A good facility layers several protections so that no single point of entry does all the work, and that layered approach is what separates a genuinely secure property from one that only looks secure on the surface.

At Brickwork Self Storage in State College, PA, our facility is built around exactly that kind of layered protection. Here is how each layer works, what to look for in a facility as a renter, and how to match those features to what you are actually storing.

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The Outer Layer: Fencing and Lighting

The Access Layer: Gates, Keypads, and Cameras

NOKĒ Smart Entry: A Modern Layer of Protection

The Personal Layer: Choosing the Right Lock

FAQ: Storage Security in State College, PA

The Outer Layer: Fencing and Lighting

Strong security starts at the property line, before a renter ever reaches their unit door. Perimeter fencing surrounds the facility and channels traffic toward a single, controlled entrance.

Lighting also plays a big role. Grounds, drive aisles, and unit doors need to stay visible after dark, not just for comfort but because cameras depend on it. Consider what good lighting accomplishes:

It helps security cameras capture identifiable footage overnight.
It gives evening visitors a clear line of sight across the lot and along every row of units.
It makes a property feel cared for, which on its own discourages the kind of loitering that precedes bigger problems.

The Access Layer: Gates, Keypads, and Cameras

Brickwork Self Storage is a gated and fenced facility, with keypad accessibility controlling the entrance. Renters enter a code to get through the gate, and that code creates a digital record of every visit.

Security cameras cover the rest of the property, recording around the clock. That kind of continuous coverage does two things at once: it discourages bad behavior before it starts, and it leaves a clear record to review if anything ever needs a closer look.

NOKĒ Smart Entry: A Modern Layer of Protection

Brickwork Self Storage also offers NOKĒ smart entry, a feature that goes beyond a traditional gate code. Instead of relying only on a key or a keypad, renters can unlock their individual unit using an app on their phone. It is a small change with a real security benefit: there is no physical key to lose, duplicate, or leave behind.

This can be especially beneficial for renters who move in and out of their unit frequently, like Penn State students packing between semesters or small businesses pulling inventory throughout the week.

The Personal Layer: Your Part to Play

The final layer of protection comes down to you. Even the best gate and camera system cannot make up for a weak lock on the unit door itself. A heavy-duty disc lock or cylinder lock resists bolt cutters and tampering far better than a standard padlock, and that extra strength matters because your lock is the last line of defense between your belongings and anyone who makes it past the gate.

A few things worth remembering about your own lock:

Disc and cylinder locks have a rounded, shielded shackle design that is much harder to cut than a padlock’s exposed shackle.
Bringing your own lock, rather than relying on one left behind by a previous renter, gives you full control over who has a key or code.
A quick visual check of your lock every time you visit takes only a few seconds and confirms nothing has been tampered with.

FAQ: Storage Security in State College, PA

What’s the most important security feature to look for?

Video cameras and gated, code-controlled access form the foundation of most secure facilities. Everything else, from lighting to personal locks, builds on top of those two.

Should I bring my own lock, or does the facility provide one?

Bringing your own heavy-duty disc lock is usually the better choice. It gives you full control over who has access to your unit.

Does Brickwork Self Storage offer climate-controlled units?

Yes. Brickwork offers climate-controlled units, plus options with drive-up access, so you can match the unit type to what you are storing.

Are storage facilities generally safe?

Yes. Most well-run facilities report very few incidents, and layered security — gates, cameras, and personal locks — makes problems even less likely.

Can I check on my unit outside business hours?

Yes. Brickwork’s storage gate hours run daily from 6:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m., so you can visit your unit using your gate code or the NOKĒ app without needing staff on-site.

What is NOKĒ smart entry, and how is it different from a keypad code?

NOKĒ smart entry lets you unlock your individual unit with your smartphone instead of a physical key. It works alongside the property’s keypad gate code, adding a second, personal layer of keyless access on top of the main entrance.

Store with Confidence at Brickwork Self Storage

Security is only one part of what makes a storage experience easy. Brickwork Self Storage on Science Park Road in State College is built to serve Penn State students, homeowners, renters, and local businesses with reliable climate-controlled storage solutions. Alongside the fenced, gated property, keypad and NOKĒ smart entry, and recording cameras, renters can choose from indoor and drive-up unit options, flexible month-to-month leases, and the ability to reserve or move in entirely online.

Day-to-day account management is just as simple, with paperless billing, online bill pay, and EZ Pay autopay options so you can manage your unit without an extra trip to the office.