Coshocton Secure Storage Offers Climate-Controlled Units

When looking to store items at a storage facility, you might have seen some facilities offering “Climate-Controlled Storage Units”. Here at Coshocton Secure Storage, we offer secure climate-controlled storage units to protect your valuables from the outside environment. However, you may be wondering when this would be necessary and if you should look into getting a secure climate-controlled storage unit or a regular one. In this article, we will be covering when you may want to use one over the other.

• Electronics (Computers, TVs, Hard Drives, etc.)

• Clothing

• Appliances

• Wood and/or Metal Furniture

• Fabrics and Leather

• Mattresses

• Photos, Paintings, and Prints

• Books

• Musical Instruments

• Medical Supplies

• Office Supplies

• Important Documents

• CDs, DVDs, Cassette Tapes and Record Collections

If you are in an area where the temperature fluctuates drastically throughout the year, then metal, wood, and plastic products can begin to warp if not stored properly. Wood tends to expand as the temperature heats up and contract as it cools. This can lead to the cracking of expensive furniture if the temperature within the storage units drastically changes throughout the year. Plastics like vinyl, CDs, and DVDs, on the other hand, tend to warp. It is also recommended that if you’re storing furniture in a humid part of the country, a climate-controlled storage unit may be worth considering.

One of the biggest threats to clothing and fabric while being stored is mold or mildew from humidity. Permanent damage can result if the clothing or fabric is exposed to mold or mildew over an extended period of time.

High temperatures can melt an LP record and leave it warped and unplayable. Cassettes, reel-to-reel tapes, computer disks, and hard drives are also susceptible to humidity and condensation and can be damaged to the point where they are irreparable.

Instruments, much like furniture, can warp and their glued joints can fail. Bacteria, mold and mildew can grow in brasses and woodwinds, but pianos are the most liable and can suffer from all these effects. If you’re storing a musical instrument, it is best to be safe and go with a climate-controlled secure storage unit.

High heat and humidity can cause photos to warp, fade and deteriorate rapidly. A climate-control unit can keep your photos looking good for decades.

Your items aren’t the only ones that can benefit from a climate-controlled storage unit. If you live in an area that has extreme temperatures or high humidity throughout the year, it can be unpleasant to move heavy objects in and out of a storage unit that is not climate-controlled. Climate-controlled rooms provide you with comfort while accessing your belongings.

Here are a few questions you might want to consider when deciding between a climate-controlled storage unit or a regular one:

1. Do you have a long-term need for storage?

2. Is there high humidity in your area throughout the year?

3. Does the temperature in your area drop below freezing? (32° F)

4. Does the temperature in your area rise above 90° F?

Here are 3 quick tips to get the most from your secure climate-controlled storage unit:

1. Leave space for air to move between boxes and furniture. It reduces the chances of mold or mildew invading your things.

2. Buy silica packets to help prevent moisture damage. You can buy them in various sizes, from little packets to large, vented boxes designed for camera and electronics cases.

3. Cardboard boxes will soak up any moisture they can find, even the dew that condenses on concrete floors in humid environments. So make sure to elevate your items off the ground. Use wire shelving, 4-by-4-inch lumber or other strong supports to store everything at an above-floor level.

Please contact us if you have any questions about climate-controlled secure storage at our facility in Coshocton, Ohio.