Climate Controlled Storage

If you have things to put in storage but do not have the room in your attic or garage then think of using a climate controlled storage facility. These facilities have climate controlled storage rooms that can be kept at a steady temperature at all times.

Climate controlled storage facilities are perfect for storing items that might be susceptible to mold and mildew. Papers, photo's, music albums and tapes and clothes can easily get moldy if left in a hot and humid storage unit. Many of these items are impossible to replace and should be stored away with care.

Most storage facilities offer you a choice of renting a climate controlled unit or a regular unit. The regular units that are not climate controlled can get very warm inside. Remember that there are no windows on the unit. Most just have an overhead door.

If you live in a hot climate or if you will be storing items over the summer you may want to play it safe and rent a climate controlled unit. Any type of plastic or vinyl could warp or melt while in storage.

If your storage items do start to get too warm and they start to get moldy then any clothes packed away may be ruined. Mold is extremely hard to get out of fabric. This also applies to curtains, towels, sheets, etc. Once they are moldy they will usually always start to smell too.

The cost of renting a climate controlled unit is usually just a little bit higher than one that is not climate controlled. This additional cost is well worth it when you think of the important items you are protecting while in storage.