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Public Storage

Self-storage facility · Washington, DC · reviewed since 2016

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%61+38.8Reliability 28%59+16.7Replies to reviews 8%48+4Experts Score= 59Not enough data for value; its weight is shared by the others.Grade C: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.59SCORE
CGradeLetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20.
#67 of 70 storage unitsPosition by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. · better than 4%
4.7 ★★★★★ 578 Google reviews · 24 photos
88%five-star reviews
4.77★last 12 monthsAverage stars on reviews from the last 12 months only.
6.5%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.
26%reviews answered by the owner
Oct 2026latest review

Public Storage at a glance

Customers frequently praise the facility's cleanliness and the helpful, professional service provided by on-site staff who assist with reservations and technical issues. However, recurring complaints highlight a persistent rodent infestation that damaged stored belongings, along with frustrations over unexpected rent increases and difficulty reaching human support for billing disputes.

  • Google rating: 4.7 out of 5 from 578 reviews (88% five-star).
  • Reviews on this page: 578 Google reviews (496 with written comments, 10 with photos).
  • Owner responses: the business replied to 26% of reviews.
  • Most recent review: October 28, 2026.
  • Service: Storage Unit serving Washington, District of Columbia.

Data from Google, last updated November 1, 2026.

Score profile vs other storage units

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: momentum and satisfaction; weakest: replies to reviews.

Satisfaction61Reliability59Craft & service–Value–Momentum100Replies to reviews48Satisfaction: 61 (median 86)Reliability: 59 (median 79)Momentum: 100 (median 100)Replies to reviews: 48 (median 100)
Public StorageStorage Units 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.Public Storage: 61/100 on this factor. Category median: 86.B
61
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.Public Storage: 59/100 on this factor. Category median: 79.C
59
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.–
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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.Public Storage: 100/100 on this factor. Category median: 100.A
100
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.Public Storage: 48/100 on this factor. Category median: 100.C
48

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Star ratings

578 Google reviews we collected

  • 5 stars50888%
  • 4 stars224%
  • 3 stars122%
  • 2 stars41%
  • 1 star326%

Praise vs complaints

Phrases our text analysis found in 496 written reviews

  • Praise41994%
  • Complaints276%

Topic share

How often each topic comes up in the written reviews

  • Staff & attitude21949%
  • Quality & results6615%
  • Would recommend5813%
  • Speed & response389%
  • Price & value337%
  • Communication256%
  • Honesty & trust72%

What customers talk about

We read 496 written reviews and marked every phrase about these topics. The same colors are highlighted in the reviews.

  • “She was very knowledgeable or the policy and regulations of the company.”
    “Horrible customer service,Very unprofessional staff members and the manager is no better, They entice you with free things such as locks etc.”
  • “She did an amazing job helping us get our storage issue taken care of very quickly!”
    “This place is terrible the public storage in beltsville is way better”
  • “I would definitely recommend their services, just know that there may”
  • “Over the years, whenever I had questions about billing, unit size, or access, the team responded quickly and clearly.”
    “First, I had to argue to refund a new lock since my move in date was delayed by their elevators being out of service.”
  • “It’s a great location it’s between Md/Dc line and it’s worth it.”
    “It is a rip off I was there 2mouths and my fee when up 50 dollas.”
  • “He answered all of my questions, helped me secure the proper size for my belongings, helped me get the best rate for the unit, and went as far as to s…”
  • “I would confidently recommend them to anyone in need of dependable storage.”
    “SCAM!”

People customers mention

  • Melissa 72 reviews
  • Brentwood 16 reviews
  • Archelle 7 reviews
  • Andrea 5 reviews

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

Recent reviews

Dr.Local Guide · 46 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 3 days ago★★★★★

Staff amazingly friendly and super clean facility! Melissa was great at navigating reservations and technical issues!

Jomanto6 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 a month ago★★★★★

The rental fee keeps increasing, causing me to be behind on my payments and accumulate late fees. My belongings were almost auctioned off because of this. It's very stressful and definitely an example of false advertising. I was quoted one price, then charged a significant increase within the year. No one has yet…

Tara2 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 month ago★★★★★

Melissa was amazing. She was very knowledgeable or the policy and regulations of the company. She was patient and resolved my issues with complete professionalism and kindness

Steph1 reviewTotal 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★★★★★

Melissa was very helpful, sweet and kind. She did an amazing job helping us get our storage issue taken care of very quickly! Great employee! 10/10 service!

Gloria2 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 am happy with my experience with the staff there they are really friendly and helpful .

JohnLocal Guide · 23 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’ve really had it with this place. Every time I visit there’s another issue. Today, the dates are broken, the security system is broken, and there is no one on site. The dots are left wide open. And it really appears that people are living here. Go elsewhere.

Customer photo from John's reviewCustomer photo from John's reviewCustomer photo from John's review

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Customer reviews

4.7 ★★★★★ 578 reviews on Google · rating breakdown

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

Team members customers mention
Filter by topic — each topic is highlighted in the reviews in the same color
Dr. Tyecia “Ty” PowellLocal Guide · 46 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Dr. has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Staff amazingly friendly and super clean facility! Melissa was great at navigating reservations and technical issues!

Response from the owner · 3 days ago

Thank you for stopping by to leave Public Storage a wonderful review!

Patrick McCants1 reviewTotal number of Google reviews Patrick has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

All previous issues has been resolved

Response from the owner · a month ago

Hi, Patrick! Thanks so much for taking the time to leave us a review. We are so happy you chose Public Storage, and we appreciate your business!

Jomanto Joyner6 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Jomanto has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

The rental fee keeps increasing, causing me to be behind on my payments and accumulate late fees. My belongings were almost auctioned off because of this. It's very stressful and definitely an example of false advertising. I was quoted one price, then charged a significant increase within the year. No one has yet to solve the problem. However, they went out the way to show me that I'm a valued customer. I would definitely recommend their services, just know that there may

Response from the owner · 4 weeks ago

Hi Jomanto, it sounds like you had a good experience with your storage rental and your Public Storage location. We're always looking for ways to improve, so we appreciate your honest feedback. Thank you for taking the time to leave us a review.

Agnelo Da Silva2 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Agnelo has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Great customer service!

Response from the owner · a month ago

We are honored to receive your support, Agnelo. Thank you! - Public Storage Team

Tara Bradley2 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Tara has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Melissa was amazing. She was very knowledgeable or the policy and regulations of the company. She was patient and resolved my issues with complete professionalism and kindness

Response from the owner · a month ago

We can’t thank you enough for the excellent review, Tara!

Mrs. Kandi Voltaire8 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Mrs. has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Melissa was so helpfull!

Response from the owner · a month ago

Thank you for stopping by to leave a wonderful review for Public Storage!

Jeanette Crestwell3 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Jeanette has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

MELISSA WAS AMAZING

Response from the owner · a month ago

Jeanette, thank you for taking the time to write Public Storage a review!

Steph Humphrey1 reviewTotal number of Google reviews Steph has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Melissa was very helpful, sweet and kind. She did an amazing job helping us get our storage issue taken care of very quickly! Great employee! 10/10 service!

Response from the owner · 2 months ago

Thanks for the excellent review of Public Storage, Steph!

Gloria Walker2 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Gloria has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

I am happy with my experience with the staff there they are really friendly and helpful .

Response from the owner · 2 months ago

We love to see great reviews. Thank you from all of us at Public Storage, Gloria!

John LittleLocal Guide · 23 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews John has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

I’ve really had it with this place. Every time I visit there’s another issue. Today, the dates are broken, the security system is broken, and there is no one on site. The dots are left wide open. And it really appears that people are living here. Go elsewhere.

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