How a Holiday Decorating & Power Washing Franchise Grew—Without Growing Their Overhead
Background
A growing franchise in the Tri-State area offers power washing, soft washing, window cleaning, and professional holiday light installation for both residential and commercial clients. As a newer operation eager to expand, they quickly ran into a common issue: not enough space.
During the holiday season, their lighting and décor services took off. But when the season ended, they were left with thousands of lights and decorative pieces needing storage. Meanwhile, their spring and summer services required room for power washing equipment, chemicals, and supplies. Their warehouse simply couldn’t handle the load.
The Challenge
With limited space and two high-volume seasonal service lines, they needed a flexible, cost-effective storage solution—without the burden of expanding their real estate footprint or disrupting daily operations.
The Go Mini’s Solution
Go Mini’s delivered an immediate fix: a 20-foot portable container placed right at their warehouse. The team used it to store holiday lighting and decorations in the off-season, instantly freeing up critical space for equipment needed in warmer months.
As demand for their holiday services grew, so did their need for storage. One container turned into four fully loaded 20-foot Go Mini’s units. When not in use, all four containers are stored at Go Mini’s secure storage facility—keeping them accessible but completely out of the way until needed. This rotation between the job site, their warehouse, and off-site storage allows for smooth, seasonal transitions with zero disruption.
Key Benefits
Freedom to Scale: Expanded service offerings without sacrificing space or overextending resources.
On-Demand Flexibility: Containers could be delivered, relocated, or stored off-site whenever needed.
Cost-Effective Growth: Avoided the high costs of leasing additional warehouse space.
Inventory Readiness: Created room to stock more lights and gear—enabling them to serve more clients and take on larger jobs.
The Impact
What began as a single container quickly evolved into a scalable system. With Go Mini’s, the franchise grew both its holiday and year-round service offerings—without investing in additional real estate. Today, four Go Mini’s containers are a core part of their operation, securely stored off-site when not in use and rotated seamlessly into action with the seasons.
“Go Mini’s helped us grow without taking on the cost of more warehouse space. It’s a no-brainer for seasonal businesses.” — Franchise Owner, Tri-State Area
A Message to Growing Local Businesses
Space is one of your most valuable assets. Whether you're lighting homes in December or pressure washing properties in July, Go Mini’s gives you room to grow—without locking you into long-term costs.
Don’t wait until your warehouse is bursting at the seams. Call Go Mini’s today and get the flexible storage you need to build, grow, and scale—on your terms.
"Bill was great. Very professional and made it a very easy process."
Josh Schultz
M"Highly recommend!"
"Bill Duncan was an ace with all aspects of the pod delivery."
Mike Connon
j"Very happy with your service"
"Heather Thomas was excellent and Bill Duncan did a nice job removing the container."
john hannon
H"Everything Was Super Smooth"
"He arrived within an hour, had the container safely unloaded."
Han Z
A"Great job!"
"Luckily, Bill Duncan has amazing skills and was able to drop the storage unit exactly where I needed it."
Alan Gottesman
M"Overall, a Great Experience"
"They came on time, were very professional and efficient, and it was a real pleasure to work with Bill."
Michelle Cenis
F"Driver Bill Did a Great Job"
"Container came on time. Driver Bill did a great job."
Frank D’Ercole
J"First-class service from Lyndsey"
"First-class service from Lyndsey. Best price too over PODS and Pack Rat."
Jim Waleur
A"Good People, Great Pricing"
"Bill was outstanding in delivering the unit. Confident and professional."
Anthony Mallia
D"Excellent Job Unloading Large Pod"
"He was so careful, efficient, and professional."
Diane Langmuir
J"It Was Seamless"
"From the time Heather picked up the phone and Bill dropped off the pod, it was seamless, and I really felt that they cared."
Jackie Colby
S"He picked up the unit after we finished construction"
"He picked up the unit after we finished construction around it and was able to clear the gate which was so tight and not a scratch on my stone floor."
Star Moore
G"Right on Time for Both Drop Off and Pick Up!"
"Super friendly customer service and Heather is great!"
Gail Cadden
M"The whole process was so easy and inexpensive!"
"Lovely experience. Definitely recommend ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐"
Melodye Bates-Holden
R"Very professional job."
"Bill Duncan was an absolute gentleman. Very professional job."
Raymond Morrissey
E"Delivery by Matt was quick and very professional!"
"Delivery by Matt was quick and very professional!"
Ed Calamai
Bill was great and very professional
We received a unit through Bowerman, and Bill was great. Very professional and made it a very easy process. Thank you, Bill.
Josh Schultz
Highly recommend!
Bill Duncan was an ace with all aspects of the pod delivery. He was surgical with his placement of the pod in a tight area where it needed to be delivered. Highly recommend!
Mike Connon
Very happy with your service
Very happy with your service. Heather Thomas was excellent and Bill Duncan did a nice job removing the container. Would highly recommend Go Mini's.
john hannon
Everything Was Super Smooth
Our basement got flooded and I got to contact Bill Duncan through another referral. He arrived within an hour, had the container safely unloaded. Everything was super smooth. Would definitely recommend!!
Han Z
Great job!
We needed a unit to store our belongings after we had a small flood. Luckily, Bill Duncan has amazing skills and was able to drop the storage unit exactly where I needed it and then showed me how to properly open and close the unit. Great job!
Alan Gottesman
Overall, a Great Experience
They came on time, were very careful not to damage any electrical lines or bushes on the property, were very professional and efficient. The person installing the storage unit was Bill Duncan. He is very courteous, careful and professional. And I can’t believe how strong he is! Overall, a great experience and it was a real pleasure to work with Bill.
Michelle Cenis
Driver Bill Did a Great Job
Container came on time. Driver Bill did a great job. Thank you Go Mini's.
Frank D’Ercole
First-class service from Lyndsey
First-class service from Lyndsey. Quick and easy order for 20' mini. Delivered on time by Gerard. Placed where we needed it. Protected the driveway with 2x8s. Everyone courteous and responsive to our needs. Best price too over PODS and Pack Rat. Definitely the company I would use and recommend!
Jim Waleur
Good People, Great Pricing
Bill was outstanding in delivering the unit. Confident and professional. He landed the unit nicely in exactly the position I needed it. As for John in the main headquarters, I had the best time talking with him when I originally ordered the unit. Good people, great pricing... What more can you ask for?
Anthony Mallia
Excellent Job Unloading Large Pod
Corey did an excellent job unloading the large pod on my steep driveway. He was so careful, efficient, and professional. In addition, he was cheerful, polite, and reassuring, answering all my questions.
Diane Langmuir
It Was Seamless
No joke. From the time Heather picked up the phone and Bill dropped off the pod, it was seamless, and I really felt that they cared and had everything covered. I chose Heather for this reason, to be honest. Yes, I chose the company, but I had a couple of other quotes, and Heather’s lean into customer service just did the trick. That’s what I needed. And Bill, an experienced driver clearly, navigated really tight roads and turns to get in and out of here. The pod was perfectly placed. So grateful I found your company. Would recommend them anytime.
Jackie Colby
He picked up the unit after we finished construction
This guy was so good. He picked up the unit after we finished construction around it and was able to clear the gate, which was so tight, and not a scratch on my stone floor. He was up and out in 10 minutes.
Star Moore
Right on Time for Both Drop Off and Pick Up!
Right on time for both drop off and pick up! Super friendly customer service and Heather is great!
Gail Cadden
The whole process was so easy and inexpensive!
The whole process was so easy and inexpensive! Our liaison, Heather, was so friendly, knowledgeable, and nice and texted us right back every time with complete, thorough explanations, instructions, and directions. We rented a Mini Storage Pod two times this past year while our garage was being worked on. Lovely experience. Definitely recommend ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Melodye Bates-Holden
Very professional job.
Bill Duncan was an absolute gentleman. He dropped the container where I wanted it with ease. Very professional job. I would highly recommend using Go Mini's.
Raymond Morrissey
Delivery by Matt was quick and very professional!
The delivery by Matt was quick and very professional! Very clean unit.
