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Buckley Springs Storage

Self-storage facility · San Luis Obispo, CA · reviewed since 2019

How the Experts Score is calculatedEach factor is scored 0–100 on absolute terms (standing in the category can only raise it), then weighted; problems flagged in review highlights or a recent slide in ratings are subtracted:Satisfaction 64%74+47Reliability 28%58+16.4Replies to reviews 8%68+5.6Momentum penalty61−3.9Experts Score= 65Not enough data for value; its weight is shared by the others.Grade B: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.65SCORE
BGradeLetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20.
#212 of 218 moversPosition by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. · better than 3%
4.8 ★★★★★ 124 Google reviews · 19 photos
95%five-star reviews
4.53★last 12 monthsAverage stars on reviews from the last 12 months only.
9.4%1–2★ in 2 yearsShare of 1–2★ reviews in the last 24 months — or the 20 newest reviews when the company had fewer than 20 in that time.
98%reviews answered by the owner
Oct 2026latest review

Buckley Springs Storage at a glance

Google reviewers rate Buckley Springs Storage 4.8 out of 5 based on 124 reviews, with the owner responding to 98 percent of them. Customers frequently praise the facility's cleanliness, secure access, reasonable pricing, and friendly, professional staff who provide helpful communication. Recurring themes include easy entry via app or keypad, clean indoor and outdoor spaces, and flexible rental options for both short and long-term needs. However, low-star reviews highlight concerns regarding access difficulties from vehicles and a lack of prior notice before auctioning abandoned belongings.

  • Google rating: 4.8 out of 5 from 124 reviews (95% five-star).
  • Reviews on this page: 124 Google reviews (108 with written comments, 5 with photos).
  • Owner responses: the business replied to 98% of reviews.
  • Most recent review: October 31, 2026.
  • Service: Mover serving San Luis Obispo, California.

Data from Google, last updated November 1, 2026.

Score profile vs other movers

Score per factor (100 = best)Each factor is scored 0–100 on absolute terms (star average, share of 1–2★ reviews, price verdicts…); standing within the category can only raise it, never lower it.. Strongest: satisfaction and replies to reviews; weakest: reliability.

Satisfaction74Reliability58Craft & service–Value–Momentum61Replies to reviews68Satisfaction: 74 (median 93)Reliability: 58 (median 90)Momentum: 61 (median 100)Replies to reviews: 68 (median 81)
Buckley Springs StorageMovers median0 = centre, 100 = best
SatisfactionSatisfaction · 54% of the scoreRecency-weighted star average (2-year half-life), shrunk toward the category mean by review volume; the company’s own lifetime average as the prior; absolute: 4.0★ = 0, 5★ = 100.Buckley Springs Storage: 74/100 on this factor. Category median: 93.B
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ReliabilityReliability · 24% of the scoreHow rarely jobs go badly: share of 1–2★ reviews — 60% the last 24 months (or the 20 newest if fewer), 40% all-time; 0% = 100, 15%+ = 0; the category percentile can only raise it.Buckley Springs Storage: 58/100 on this factor. Category median: 90.C
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Craft & serviceCraft & service · penalty only, up to −10 pointsGoogle review highlights: Quality, Professionalism, Responsiveness, Punctuality — how rarely reviewers flag them as a negative, per review since highlights began; 0% = 100, 5%+ = 0. Subtracted from the score (up to −10), never averaged in — clean highlights are the norm, not a bonus.Not enough reviews for this factor yet. Category median: 93.–
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ValueValue · 14% of the scoreCustomers’ own price verdicts (Great / Reasonable vs Overpriced) and Value highlights; 65% absolute (all “reasonable” ≈ 80, “great” = 100), the category percentile can only raise it.Not enough reviews for this factor yet. Category median: 100.–
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MomentumMomentum · penalty only, up to −10 pointsPenalises only a real slide: last-12-month average below lifetime (−0.5★ = 0). Still 4.8★+ over the last year, or steady/improving = 100. Subtracted from the score (up to −10), never averaged in.Buckley Springs Storage: 61/100 on this factor. Category median: 100.B
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Replies to reviewsReplies to reviews · 7% of the scoreHow often the owner publicly replies to reviews under 5★ (1–4★). Needs 3+ such reviews, otherwise not counted; 65% absolute (80%+ replied = 100), the category percentile can only raise it.Buckley Springs Storage: 68/100 on this factor. Category median: 81.B
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Star ratings

124 Google reviews we collected

  • 5 stars11895%
  • 4 stars00%
  • 3 stars00%
  • 2 stars11%
  • 1 star54%

Praise vs complaints

Phrases our text analysis found in 108 written reviews

  • Praise15998%
  • Complaints42%

Topic share

How often each topic comes up in the written reviews

  • Staff & attitude7345%
  • Would recommend3622%
  • Quality & results2213%
  • Price & value1710%
  • Communication74%
  • Speed & response53%
  • Honesty & trust32%

What customers talk about

We read 108 written reviews and marked every phrase about these topics. The same colors are highlighted in the reviews.

  • “The ease of communication was professional and everyone was so nice.”
  • “Highly recommend to anyone who wants peace of mind.”
    “Stay Away!”
  • “The property itself was always clean and security was top notch.”
  • “The units were reasonably priced and felt pretty secure!”
  • “Very clean, incredibly helpful, very easy to work with”
  • “Perhaps the secret to what makes Buckley great is their staff- amazingly responsive, friendly and knowledgeable.”
  • “Vince and Mikey at Buckley Springs Storage are the warmest, most genuine people.”

People customers mention

  • Vince 11 reviews
  • Mikey 8 reviews
  • Bill 3 reviews

praise complaint · found by our text analysis, Google review wording unchanged.

Recent reviews

Matt5 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · a day ago★★★★★

Awesome access and we ended signing up for Long term with vintage car and lots of storage totes. Plus they swapped us and made it easy and fast l.

Debbie3 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · a week ago★★★★★

We definitely recommend Buckley Springs Storage. All transactions were handled in person and through email. The ease of communication was professional and everyone was so nice. The property itself was always clean and security was top notch.

George8 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 3 weeks ago★★★★★

Same O’ Same O! Great Folks and Super Clean But The Best is…! I Tap my Buckley Springs iPhone Remote Control App as I Enter the Facility And the Entrance Gate is Opening As I Drive In! And Then Believe It or Not An AI Custodian Welcomes Me Back, Wishes Me A Good Day, And Asks If I Need Anything… (Actually They Need…

slocal2 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 2 months ago★★★★★

I love this facility. First used it for several months when I was moving into SLO in 2022, and recently rented again for a short-term (hopefully) need. Based on the prior experience, I didn't bother to shop around this time. I had previously had a bad time with a large nationwide storage company (rhymes with "sublic…

SabineLocal Guide · 13 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 4 months ago★★★★★

Absolutely love the service at Buckley Springs. Georgia is attentive and goes above and beyond for her customers. She called to notify me when I did not lock my unit properly , she even arranged for an easy lock removal when I forgot my keys out of state. The facility is impeccably clean, roomy, secure. Highly recommend to anyone who wants peace of mind.

DLocal Guide · 18 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · Edited 5 months ago★★★★★

This is a first class, well run operation. I couldn’t ask for anything more. I wouldn’t consider any other storage facility in slo. I’ve been here for several years and won’t hesitate to come back.

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Customer reviews

4.8 ★★★★★ 124 reviews on Google · rating breakdown

Reviews from Google, shown as published (original wording, unedited).

Team members customers mention
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Matt Jefferson5 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Matt has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Awesome access and we ended signing up for Long term with vintage car and lots of storage totes. Plus they swapped us and made it easy and fast l.

Response from the owner · 11 hours ago

We appreciate the five stars, Matt! Thank you for taking the time to leave Buckley Springs Storage a review. We hope you have a great day.

Debbie Cramer3 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Debbie has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

We definitely recommend Buckley Springs Storage. All transactions were handled in person and through email. The ease of communication was professional and everyone was so nice. The property itself was always clean and security was top notch.

Response from the owner · a week ago

We’re so happy to hear that our team made such a positive impression by providing you with professional and efficient service! Thank you for taking the time to share your kind words with us. We truly appreciate your review and hope you have a wonderful day!

George O'Neill8 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews George has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Same O’ Same O! Great Folks and Super Clean But The Best is…! I Tap my Buckley Springs iPhone Remote Control App as I Enter the Facility And the Entrance Gate is Opening As I Drive In! And Then Believe It or Not An AI Custodian Welcomes Me Back, Wishes Me A Good Day, And Asks If I Need Anything… (Actually They Need To Work On That But I Wouldn’t Be Surprised!)

Response from the owner · 3 weeks ago

Thank you for the amazing review, George! We’re so glad you appreciate our clean facility, friendly staff, and the convenience of our mobile gate access. Thank you for choosing Buckley Springs Storage for all your storage needs. We hope you have a wonderful day!

slocal poser2 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews slocal has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

I love this facility. First used it for several months when I was moving into SLO in 2022, and recently rented again for a short-term (hopefully) need. Based on the prior experience, I didn't bother to shop around this time. I had previously had a bad time with a large nationwide storage company (rhymes with "sublic porridge") in another city, where my storage unit was robbed twice within a year. I could say that I suspected an inside job, but I won't say that. Buckley has much better security measures than the other place, and the whole facility is kept tidy. Happy to see that Vince is still managing the place, and that Georgia and Bill are still the veteran crew. They're all super friendly and helpful, and they don't seem to mind that I keep stopping by the office to see if the complimentary cookies are available!

Response from the owner · 2 months ago

Thank you for the fantastic review, and welcome back! We truly appreciate you noticing the care we put into keeping our facility clean, safe, and secure. Most of all, thank you for your continued trust in Buckley Springs Storage for all your storage needs! Have a great day!

SabineLocal Guide · 13 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Sabine has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Absolutely love the service at Buckley Springs. Georgia is attentive and goes above and beyond for her customers. She called to notify me when I did not lock my unit properly , she even arranged for an easy lock removal when I forgot my keys out of state. The facility is impeccably clean, roomy, secure. Highly recommend to anyone who wants peace of mind.

Response from the owner · 4 months ago

Thank you for your review, Sabine. Our team at Buckley Springs Storage always strives for the highest standards. We are delighted we made your experience a positive one. Until next time, take care!

D PlattLocal Guide · 18 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews D has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

This is a first class, well run operation. I couldn’t ask for anything more. I wouldn’t consider any other storage facility in slo. I’ve been here for several years and won’t hesitate to come back.

Response from the owner · 6 months ago

Thank you D, for your thoughtful and considerate review. We’re so glad to hear about your positive experience with Buckley Springs Storage and look forward to assisting you again in the future!

Sarah Redmond2 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Sarah has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Buckley Springs is the best storage solution in SLO! I've used them twice now--once for storing dorm items over the summer, and once for storing all of my home items between houses! The staff are super friendly, the units are clean and very secure, and the price is right! If you time your visits right, you can even watch the planes take off and land at SBP. Very grateful for their services, and will be back again for any Central Coast storage needs!

Response from the owner · 5 months ago

Hi Sarah! Thank you for your continued loyalty and allowing Buckley Springs Storage to be the solution for all your storage needs. It’s always a pleasure serving you, and we look forward to seeing you again soon. Wishing you a wonderful day!

Matt RedmondLocal Guide · 30 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Matt has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Very clean, incredibly helpful, very easy to work with

Response from the owner · 5 months ago

We appreciate the lovely review of Buckley Springs Storage. Thank you for trusting us with your storage needs and we hope you have a great weekend!

Anthony Fasulo1 reviewTotal number of Google reviews Anthony has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Had my unit for almost two years, would recommend to anyone on the Central Coast. Easy to move in and offer flexible month to month plans.

Response from the owner · 6 months ago

Thank you for your kind recommendation, Anthony! We are pleased to hear you enjoyed storing your belongings at Buckley Springs Storage! Have a great week.

Allena Gallagher3 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Allena has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

My partner and I went in to Buckley Springs Storage today to take a look at the place and see if there were any units available for us to rent soon. I was blown away by how clean and beautiful both the indoor and outdoor space was while we were there. Vince, working in the front office today, was SO kind to us- very inviting and extremely fun to talk to. I don’t normally leave reviews, but I felt like I should due to my exceptional experience today. I am excited to know that our belongings will be at such a well-maintained place these upcoming months, this is a very nice storage space!

Response from the owner · 7 months ago

Our team appreciates your kind words, and are so glad to hear that your experience at Buckley Springs Storage met your expectations. We truly care for our tenants and are delighted to know that our dedication shows. Thank you for taking the time to leave us a review Allena. Have a great day!

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