I usually go with smaller privately owned data centers. Not always, but typically. In the Denver area, I use Handy Networks: http://www.handynetworks.com/servic

I usually go with smaller privately owned data centers. Not always, but typically. In the Denver area, I use Handy Networks: http://www.handynetworks.com/services/colocation/ http://www.handynetworks.com/services/colocation/ I see solid providers for 1u/2u allocations for ~$100 per month, below that point I'd be wary (does depend on region though). I'll make a list of requirements, investigate the regional players, make phone calls, cross some off the list, and then finally do on-site visits. Finally, you can find some decent recommendations here: http://www.webhostingtalk.com/forumdisplay.php?f=44 http://www.webhostingtalk.com/forumdisplay.php?f=44