The portable storage brand combines franchise rankings and consumer recognition with technology designed to support its growing network.
- UNITS named to Franchise Times Top 400 for fourth year.
- Awarded Best Property Maintenance Franchise by Global Franchise Awards 2026.
- Ranked No. 2 Best Portable Storage Company by Reviewed’s Readers’ Choice Awards.
UNITS Moving and Portable Storage has earned a place on the 2026 Franchise Times Top 400 for the fourth consecutive year, extending a run of recognition for its franchise network and customer service. The latest appearance comes alongside honors from the 2026 Global Franchise Awards and several consumer-focused publications, putting the company’s franchise model, technology and customer experience in the spotlight.
Earlier in 2026, UNITS Franchising Group, the parent company of UNITS Moving and Portable Storage, received recognition as Best Property Maintenance Franchise at the Global Franchise Awards. The company has also been recognized by Inc. as a Power Partner and a Best in Business honoree. Its continued presence in franchise rankings reflects the brand’s focus on expanding its locally owned network while providing franchisees with operational systems and corporate support.
Consumer recognition has added another dimension to the company’s recent results. UNITS ranked No. 2 among portable storage companies in Reviewed’s 2026 Readers’ Choice Awards, which was based on reader voting. Forbes Advisor named it the Best Moving Container Company for Customer Reviews, Newsweek ranked it No. 2 among moving container companies, and U.S. News included it among its top moving container companies for 2026. Together, these distinctions highlight the role customer perceptions play alongside industry rankings in shaping a franchise brand’s reputation.
Technology is another part of the company’s approach to franchise operations. UNITS uses StoreSmart™, its proprietary platform built for the moving and portable storage industry, to coordinate reservations, customer management, logistics, reporting and billing. The system is designed to improve operational visibility and efficiency while helping local franchise owners deliver service across their markets.
As franchise networks grow, customer feedback can become more difficult to track consistently across locations. Gorilla Dash offers a Reputation Management feature that can help franchise businesses organize customer reviews and monitor feedback, supporting a more coordinated approach to customer experience across their networks.
UNITS serves homeowners, businesses, contractors and restoration professionals through its network of locally owned and operated locations. Chief executive Michael McAlhany credited franchise owners and their teams for building strong local businesses while delivering the personal service customers expect. The company’s latest recognition underscores its effort to combine local ownership with shared technology and support as it continues to expand its presence in the portable moving and storage market.
Key Facts:
| Franchise Times Top 400 Recognition | UNITS® has been named to the Franchise Times Top 400 for the fourth consecutive year, indicating its growth and prominence in the industry. |
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| Global Franchise Awards 2026 | UNITS received the Best Property Maintenance Franchise award, acknowledging its innovation and support for franchisees. |
| Consumer Acclaim | In 2026, UNITS was named the No. 2 Best Portable Storage Company in Reviewed’s Readers’ Choice Awards. |
| Strategic Technology Base | StoreSmart™ is UNITS' proprietary technology integrating reservations, customer management, logistics, reporting, and billing, enhancing the franchise operations. |
| CEO Statement | Michael McAlhany emphasized the contribution of franchise owners to strong community businesses, highlighting the company's customer service significance. |
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