SELF STORAGE BUILDERS & CONVERSION EXPERTS
Convert underused buildings into premium, climate-controlled self-storage - faster and more cost-effective than ground-up development.
Elm Builders is based in Wilmington, NC.
Turn Distressed Buildings into
High-Performing Self-Storage
| WHAT WE DO
Elm Builders specializes in converting existing buildings into premium, climate-controlled self-storage. Conversions require meticulous planning to maximize net rentable square footage, streamline build complexity, and deliver a facility customers love.
Common conversion types we support:
✓ Big-box retail conversions
✓ Adaptive reuse of distressed / underutilized commercial buildings
✓ Climate-controlled self-storage buildouts
Optimize the Building. Maximize the Value.
| OUR STRATEGY
Conversions win when every decision supports performance:
Layout planning to drive rentable efficiency
Clear execution that reduces surprises and keeps the schedule moving
Quality finishes that elevate customer experience and long-term value
How We Work
| A 4-STEP CONVERSION PROCESS
Step 1: Evaluate the asset
We review the building, constraints, and conversion opportunities.
Step 2: Plan for rentable efficiency
Layout and scope aligned to net rentable SF and operational needs.
Step 3: Execute with precision
A hands-on team focused on schedule, budget, and quality.
Step 4: Deliver a facility you’re proud to operate
Clean, premium, climate-controlled self-storage.
Elm
Elaborates Podcast
Go behind the scenes with Elm Elaborates, hosted by Ryan Bono and Cameron Pleasant, exploring real commercial conversion projects - what worked, what didn’t, and what it takes to deliver.
| READY TO GET STARTED?
Let’s Talk About Your Next Conversion
Tell us what you’re working on, and we’ll help you evaluate the best path to a high-performing self-storage facility.
Elm Builders
616 Market St, Wilmington, NC 28401
(910) 343-3343
Ryan@elmbuilders.com
