Climate Controlled Storage Units

And do you even need it.

Climate controlled storage units. Climate controlled storage units are a feature mainly available at our indoor storage facilities. Mold and mildew thrive in warm humid air. What items need to be stored in climate controlled units. 10x20 and larger storage units are typically exterior storage units and won t have climate control.

Your storage unit is kept within specific temperature ranges. Art climate controlled storage is best for artwork. Air conditioned or heated storage unit. Though climate controlled storage units are not humidity controlled they re typically located within a building structure so they experience humidity like the interior of a house would.

But climate controlled facilities are the safest bet for storing these sensitive items. If either infest fabric it can result in permanent damage. Cold or hot air is blown into the facility and or unit. Climate controlled storage units are cooled or heated 65 to 85 depending on the season.

While some outdoor or drive up storage locations may offer climate controlled units they are most commonly found in our one or multi story storage buildings. So what is it. Climate controlled storage sometimes referred to as temperature controlled storage is a type of storage unit that is specially designed to maintain steady temperatures and humidity levels. From electronics to antiques many items would benefit from being stored in a climate controlled unit.

While there doesn t seem to be an official standard for climate control in the storage industry it can be generally agreed on that a climate controlled storage unit should keep temperature levels between 55 and 78 f and humidity levels no higher than 55. You ve probably come across the word climate controlled storage in your search for storage units. The larger the storage unit the less likely that climate control is offered. Strongly consider climate control if you live in an area with extreme humidity.

This requires not only air conditioning but also a dehumidifier. They should be used for anything you would store in your home rather than a garage or shed. Most of your tenants stuff is going to do just fine in temperature controlled storage. Paintings and fine art can shrink or expand in extreme temperatures.

Specific temperature ranges for climate control and air conditioned heated storage units may vary by facility so always clarify with your store manager beforehand.