Climate Controlled Self Storage

Climate controlled self storage units are designed for storing things which are temperature-sensitive like electrical goods, goods made from fabrics, wood, leather, paper materials, etc. In short, these storage units are beneficial for areas experiencing extreme weather conditions.

As the name suggests, these units provide a temperature-controlled environment for the stored items, protecting them from wind, dust, rainfall, snow, mold, mildew, warping, and rising and dropping mercury levels. The temperature is maintained at 50-70 degrees Celsius. They also prevent infestation by mice, termites, etc. Being a self-storage unit, you would be its sole owner, responsible for packing and unpacking things, with access to the unit at any point of time. The storage units vary in size depending on the items which are to be stored. There are mainly three types:

Climate Controlled Mini Self Storage
The climate controlled mini storage units are suitable for storing important tax files, paper documents, books and old magazines. Clothing, furs and fine linens can also be kept in these storage units. Valuable collections of stamps and baseball cards, albums and photographs, antiques, gifts and showpieces, medical and pharmaceutical products are among the other things which can be safeguarded in these storage units. Among the less common items that can be stored in these units are music records, audio-video tapes, legal records, and other business items. Food items can also be stored here as these units are designed to prevent the conditions favorable to invasion by pests and rodents.

Medium-sized Climate Controlled Self Storage
The medium-sized climate controlled storage units are good for storing equipment like computers and computer parts, electrical goods, furniture made from wood or leather, expensive art such as oil paintings, artifacts, and different tools and machines. Audio and video equipment like stereo systems and televisions or radios can also be protected from the adverse effects of climate by storing them in these units. Music lovers can protect their musical instruments made from wood such as guitars, pianos, violins, etc. by keeping them in a climate-controlled environment.

Climate Controlled Self Storage with a Relatively Larger Size
Items like construction supplies, large metallic goods, cars, bikes, and other vehicles which are vulnerable to rust can be stored in these extra-large units. Refrigerators, large mattresses or carpets, and even boats can be kept safe in these storage units.

Deciding on the location of the units is an important factor if you are going to be using the stored items frequently. The need for a tool or a bike or even a piece of furniture may arise at certain times. So, if the unit is located within a stone's throw of your house, then it meets the purpose of storing the items, while at the same time allowing you access to them when they are required immediately. The location should be such that it saves your time, and storing and retrieving the items from the unit fits into your daily schedule.

Getting your self-storage unit insured is also a wise thing to do. Just in case anything happens to the storage facility or the items. It is just like getting your car, house, or restaurant covered under an insurance scheme. The insurance can be purchased from any insurance company or even from the storage company. The amount of the cover will depend upon the number and value of the items being insured.

Climate controlled self storage units are comparatively costlier than the standard ones (without the climate-control facility). But when it comes to your valuable and priceless belongings, money will not be a deciding factor. Unlike others, who just do away with their hoarded or piled-up possessions and regard them as 'junk' or 'garbage', you can still keep your assets close to you - unharmed, safe, and with their old charm close to your heart!