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CubeSmartThis business is NOT BBB Accredited.
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Complaints
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Customer Complaints Summary
- 421 total complaints in the last 3 years.
- 170 complaints closed in the last 12 months.
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Initial Complaint
Date:06/19/2025
Type:Order IssuesStatus:UnansweredMore info
Complaint statuses
- Resolved:
- The complainant verified the issue was resolved to their satisfaction.
- Unresolved:
- The business responded to the dispute but failed to make a good faith effort to resolve it.
- Answered:
- The business addressed the issues within the complaint, but the consumer either a) did not accept the response, OR b) did not notify BBB as to their satisfaction.
- Unanswered:
- The business failed to respond to the dispute.
- Unpursuable:
- BBB is unable to locate the business.
Hi I have been dealing with a billing problem as a result of a date change. In April ***** ****** helped me with a request to change my due date to the 20th of the month. I had also asked why my rate had just went up after just starting with Cube Smart back in December. I went from $183 to $235 yet they're advertising that I'm getting a 40% discount. ******* the ** has been rude each time I speak with her and has hung up on me refusing to take my call. So I paid on May 10th the $33 dollars to change my due date online with my debit card and their system took that and then tried to take $214.20. They overdrew my account and charged me an NSF fee. I called to customer svc again because billing was now off. It took the DM - I believe her name is ****** over two weeks to call me from the first complaint and now this. She told me that she was making the necessary corrections but their check company continues to try and draft the amount and charge me nsf fees. To date, they still have not credited me for charging ************ fees when I sent proof over in the beginning of December of my renters insurance. I called customer svc the day before by 5 day ***** ****** was to end because I didn't have Transportation to come to the ofc. My ***** ****** was to end on the 25th of May. I was able to get a ride on the 25th of May and put a check in their nightbox. ******* the ** called me on the 26th to say that I don't get a 5 day ***** ****** when it falls on a day that they are closed. Nowhere in the contract does it say that. I had ***** ****** to call her to find out why she would nor put my payment into the system and she told her that she couldn't waive a late fee. She's the **. They're trying to say that there was recently another fee waived that was not my fault but due to their automated department drafting an incorrect amount that was never authorized of $214.20. I've submitted several requests from customer ***, other offices and ****** nor her boss has called.Initial Complaint
Date:06/13/2025
Type:Billing IssuesStatus:UnansweredMore info
Complaint statuses
- Resolved:
- The complainant verified the issue was resolved to their satisfaction.
- Unresolved:
- The business responded to the dispute but failed to make a good faith effort to resolve it.
- Answered:
- The business addressed the issues within the complaint, but the consumer either a) did not accept the response, OR b) did not notify BBB as to their satisfaction.
- Unanswered:
- The business failed to respond to the dispute.
- Unpursuable:
- BBB is unable to locate the business.
I would like to file a complaint against CubeSmart for the scamish nature of their business. I have been a customer for a few years now and am frustrated at their business practices. First, I moved into a larger storage unit on January 5, 2025. Within four months, effective May 5, 2025 my rent was increased by 35%. Second, I had a second unit that I was able to move out of on June 12, 2025. I am on automatic payments with my credit card and a payment was made on June 11, 2025. When I moved out the next day I was told I had to forfeit the entire amount for the unit. I don't believe this right for two reasons: 1. If I had not been on auto payments and did not pay my rent, that would be within their ***** period and they would not have taken my money, considering I left within the ***** ******* 2. Now that they have my unit and my money, they can rent that same unit out tomorrow and charge whatever they want, essentially double dipping and getting twice the rent for that unit. This is dis*****ful.Initial Complaint
Date:06/11/2025
Type:Service or Repair IssuesStatus:UnansweredMore info
Complaint statuses
- Resolved:
- The complainant verified the issue was resolved to their satisfaction.
- Unresolved:
- The business responded to the dispute but failed to make a good faith effort to resolve it.
- Answered:
- The business addressed the issues within the complaint, but the consumer either a) did not accept the response, OR b) did not notify BBB as to their satisfaction.
- Unanswered:
- The business failed to respond to the dispute.
- Unpursuable:
- BBB is unable to locate the business.
Fraud: The units conditions contradict the climate-controlled promise, causing property damage (e.g., a Masi Vincere Bicycle) and health risks. Denied Access: Despite TLs 7:008:00 PM approval on May 8, 2025, ****** blocked me, and the trespass order persists, violating my rights. Assault/Discrimination: ******* attack and slur violated my dignity and safety. Hazards: No restroom/sink and mold/pest issues breach safety codes, worsening my injuries. Unjust Debt: The $444.80 claim exceeds my $78/month agreement and includes unnotified hikes to $150, accrued during denied access, constituting extortion. Efforts: I sent a demand letter on June 8, 2025 with no responseInitial Complaint
Date:06/11/2025
Type:Product IssuesStatus:UnansweredMore info
Complaint statuses
- Resolved:
- The complainant verified the issue was resolved to their satisfaction.
- Unresolved:
- The business responded to the dispute but failed to make a good faith effort to resolve it.
- Answered:
- The business addressed the issues within the complaint, but the consumer either a) did not accept the response, OR b) did not notify BBB as to their satisfaction.
- Unanswered:
- The business failed to respond to the dispute.
- Unpursuable:
- BBB is unable to locate the business.
Monday June2 I mailed my personal check with preprinted addresses I printed with my printer so it will not get lost or misread. It takes 2 days after they pick up the mail , goes to **************** and returned on the second day back to ******** for delivery. My social security is direct deposited on the third monthly. Can not do auto payment on first 3 days anywhere. The letter is lost and I asked for a waiver. Can not pay the late fees. Mailed promptly. Want the late fees / penalties waived. No transportation. Could send another check.Initial Complaint
Date:06/09/2025
Type:Sales and Advertising IssuesStatus:UnansweredMore info
Complaint statuses
- Resolved:
- The complainant verified the issue was resolved to their satisfaction.
- Unresolved:
- The business responded to the dispute but failed to make a good faith effort to resolve it.
- Answered:
- The business addressed the issues within the complaint, but the consumer either a) did not accept the response, OR b) did not notify BBB as to their satisfaction.
- Unanswered:
- The business failed to respond to the dispute.
- Unpursuable:
- BBB is unable to locate the business.
I have a storage with Cubesmart. I had to downgrade to a storage plan that was $ 57 a month. I currently work out of town in *******. I never got any notifications on payments. I had asked for them to put me on automatic payments so that it would come directly comes out of my account. In my mind, I know my payments are being drafted automatically. I never received any text messages, no emails, nothing about payments being past due or due. Only to receive an email stating my storage was up for ****, and that my account was over $300 dollars past due. For storage that costs $ 57 a month! I immediately called the manager and spoke with him, explaining I had not been receiving any notifications or mail. He kept insisting that I needed to pay that or my items would be auctioned.Initial Complaint
Date:06/09/2025
Type:Service or Repair IssuesStatus:UnansweredMore info
Complaint statuses
- Resolved:
- The complainant verified the issue was resolved to their satisfaction.
- Unresolved:
- The business responded to the dispute but failed to make a good faith effort to resolve it.
- Answered:
- The business addressed the issues within the complaint, but the consumer either a) did not accept the response, OR b) did not notify BBB as to their satisfaction.
- Unanswered:
- The business failed to respond to the dispute.
- Unpursuable:
- BBB is unable to locate the business.
Storage fees (Jan to April) $1200 Items lost and destroyed by rodents $10,000 Cost to move into home $700 Cost to dispose of items to dump $600 Fines neighborhood for trash $300Initial Complaint
Date:06/03/2025
Type:Service or Repair IssuesStatus:UnansweredMore info
Complaint statuses
- Resolved:
- The complainant verified the issue was resolved to their satisfaction.
- Unresolved:
- The business responded to the dispute but failed to make a good faith effort to resolve it.
- Answered:
- The business addressed the issues within the complaint, but the consumer either a) did not accept the response, OR b) did not notify BBB as to their satisfaction.
- Unanswered:
- The business failed to respond to the dispute.
- Unpursuable:
- BBB is unable to locate the business.
I rented my unit in January of 2025. I have already received a notice that my rent is going to be raised by 28%! I reached out to the company to see if we could work something out but it is clear that the corporate guidance is to wear the consumer out. I was told by the corporate office to call the local store and the local store sent me back to the corporate office. I would like my billing rate to remain at it was before the increase for one year and for the increase at that time to be equal to the raise you give your average employee. That seems fair. ; )Initial Complaint
Date:06/02/2025
Type:Product IssuesStatus:UnansweredMore info
Complaint statuses
- Resolved:
- The complainant verified the issue was resolved to their satisfaction.
- Unresolved:
- The business responded to the dispute but failed to make a good faith effort to resolve it.
- Answered:
- The business addressed the issues within the complaint, but the consumer either a) did not accept the response, OR b) did not notify BBB as to their satisfaction.
- Unanswered:
- The business failed to respond to the dispute.
- Unpursuable:
- BBB is unable to locate the business.
I reached out to store in April, was advised that I had through the 27th to make my payment to avoid late fee. I attempted to pay in the start of the 27th, was applied a high late fee causing my payment to be ******* THEY RAISED RENT ALMOST 60! Did everyone get increase of 50 or ***** per month!! Was not given correct information on the due date. I avoided paying hoping to get help from the new district manager Mr. ***** He will NEVER call back after numerous attempts on my part. I reached out to corporate twice or three times filed two separate complaints, NO RESPONSE. I paid late fee and increase due to no response. The next morning Wednesday May 7, 2025 I went to store with a friend to get things out. They had no manager working, a sign on the door saying they'll return at 930 am. I called customer service number from the lot, they lied to me stating someone was on their way from another store, While on the phone with them Mr. **** called ( I have a witness to this entire situation and conversation with Mr. ***** as I had him on speaker. Mr. **** apologized then stated I'm so sorry I have a guy that will come over but that's not accurate, he's on a tour right now so he's not on his way. He stated he would call me right back. He stated he would refund my late fee, go over account and reduce rate. I have called, emailed, repeatedly (called) corporate Mr. **** personal cell and he has "NEVER" responded back to me. I have been lied to by the customer service area and himself. He has ignored all my pleas. I need help as they do not care about customers. Their website shows a paragraph re: corporate how much they care their mission, is to simplify challenges customers face, FALSE advertisement, they ignore. They left me outside, never called me, and I want my full refund and reduction. I have pics and WITNESSES, my code doesn't even work. Worst customer service ever! They take your money and lock you out!!! i WAS FORCED TO MAKE NEW PAYMENT NOW AT HIGH RATE!Customer Answer
Date: 07/02/2025
I just read your most recent message advising me that the business has not gotten back to BBB. I do not understand why this business is not accredited? I want there to be a **** on their reviews on this so that other consumers understand how they treated me as a customer. I might pursue this outside BBB but I was always told if they don't reply to you than it's automatic **** on their record. Please advise on this as they have never reached out to me at all. This is how bad their company deals with complaints and it's not fair to consumers to not be helped.
Thank you.
Initial Complaint
Date:06/01/2025
Type:Service or Repair IssuesStatus:UnansweredMore info
Complaint statuses
- Resolved:
- The complainant verified the issue was resolved to their satisfaction.
- Unresolved:
- The business responded to the dispute but failed to make a good faith effort to resolve it.
- Answered:
- The business addressed the issues within the complaint, but the consumer either a) did not accept the response, OR b) did not notify BBB as to their satisfaction.
- Unanswered:
- The business failed to respond to the dispute.
- Unpursuable:
- BBB is unable to locate the business.
series of storages broken into at this facility which HAS NOT ONLY FAILED TO PROVIDE adequate security in the past, but has continued to refuse proper security measures. This company has had such a great number of storages broken in that the DeKalb county police has been out to the facility regularly .they have said that there are no cameras throughout the facility and the cameras that they have did not show the culprits because it was too Dark. **** have only offered insurance maximum of $2000 pending if you can show receipts for your belongings. The average person does not have the means to file suit or class action suit so this company is able to continue with this awful busines practice.please help this ************ has not repaired the holes i which the walls were busted nor cleaned up the drywall from my unit nor offered me another unitInitial Complaint
Date:05/29/2025
Type:Billing IssuesStatus:UnansweredMore info
Complaint statuses
- Resolved:
- The complainant verified the issue was resolved to their satisfaction.
- Unresolved:
- The business responded to the dispute but failed to make a good faith effort to resolve it.
- Answered:
- The business addressed the issues within the complaint, but the consumer either a) did not accept the response, OR b) did not notify BBB as to their satisfaction.
- Unanswered:
- The business failed to respond to the dispute.
- Unpursuable:
- BBB is unable to locate the business.
Have made several attempts to resolve issue with store manager, who is now not answering my calls or responding to emails . Attempted a payment arrangement on account and paid ****** however was not able to complete due to emergencies with death of a parent,health and financial hardship . Requested a pay and vacate that customer service made me aware that should have been a viable solution and offered . Manager has since stayed very firm with no resolution, as this remedy has been offered to previous and other customers based on the all that I have spoken to at customer.Questioning the business ethics of offering this solution to some selective customers and not all customers, facing such extensive hardship.
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