Storage Units With Climate Control
There comes a time (or several times) in most peoples’ lives when moving to a new home needs to happen. Whether you’re buying your first home, selling your existing home, moving across Idaho county lines, or in from out of state, chances are you have belongings that need temporary storage. Particularly for those who are in a transitional stage, storage becomes the most logical solution while in between homes—or while deciding which items stay and which items go.
Let’s take a look at climate-controlled storage: whether you may need a climate-controlled rather than non-climate-controlled unit, what type of items require climate control, the costs associated with storage, and why location matters when it comes to using a storage facility.
What is Climate Controlled Storage?
Climate-controlled storage provides an extra layer of security to an already highly secure environment for items that need more protection from the outside elements. Climate-controlled storage units give you control over the temperature your items are stored at. Storage facilities offer convenient, temporary self-storage units for everyday people to store their personal and household belongings. A few of the benefits of a self-storage facility include twenty-four-hour-a-day access, gated fences, security cameras, and constant digital video surveillance.
With climate-controlled storage, individual storage units are carefully controlled for maintaining consistent, optimal temperatures—regardless of the weather fluctuations outdoors.
Think of it this way: you would expect your possessions to be happiest at a similar temperature to what you keep at home. Whether you need to store your items temporarily or more long-term, why risk their condition and store them in anything less than what you’d do at home?
Why You Need A Climate Controlled Storage Unit In Boise
The climate in the Treasure Valley can fluctuate wildly at times. With all full four seasons on beautiful display each year, residents of Boise, Meridian, and surrounding communities rely on stable indoor environments. When it comes to needing the services of a storage facility, it stands to reason that you may wonder if climate control is truly worth it. We get that! Still, while your couch may not be quite as sensitive to cold snaps as a hot house plant, it also requires a certain level of maintenance.
Let’s break down some reasons why a climate-controlled unit is the best option for your self-storage needs:
- It protects items from humidity
- It prevents mold and mildew from taking hold
- It protects sensitive items like electronics from freezing or overheating
- It discourages warping wood, paper, etc., due to temperature fluctuations
- It discourages pests from proliferating in your belongings
- It can prevent rust and corrosion of metal items
- It prevents discoloration and yellowing of fabrics
- It discourages musty odors in clothing and linens
- It offers you physical comfort while visiting your storage unit
- It gives you peace of mind knowing your items are at least as safe as they’d be at home
In addition to the reasons above, most climate-controlled storage units offer even more security than non-climate-controlled storage units. Why is this? Climate-controlled units are often housed inside larger buildings, and, due to their higher maintenance needs, receive even more monitoring and surveillance than non-climate-controlled facilities.
What Items Benefit Most From Climate-Controlled Storage Units?
Most personal and household items can and should be stored in climate-controlled units. This list could span many pages long, so let’s just stick to the main categories.
These are the main types of items that can most benefit from the advantages that climate control provides:
- Electronics and home appliances
- Furniture and decor
- Rugs and spare carpeting
- Curtains and rods
- Linens like towels, sheets, and blankets
- Artwork, vintage items, and antiques
- Art supplies
- Clothing and shoes
- Makeup and toiletries
- Photos and other mementos
- Collectibles (this is where beverages get an exception, as unopened collectible wine bottles can benefit from climate-controlled storage)
- Books and documents
- Musical instruments
- Toys (you can even hide Christmas gifts from prying eyes in storage!)
- Tools and equipment
- Home business inventor
However, there are some items that shouldn't be stored in one, but only because they don't belong in storage units, period.
Items that should not be stored in a self-storage unit (climate controlled or otherwise) include:
- Plants and animals
- Food and pantry items
- Cash
- Firearms
- Gasoline, propane, kerosene, fireworks, and other potentially hazardous materials
- Illegals such as narcotics and illegal weapons
- You (that should be obvious, but storage units are not suitable, safe, or legal for habitation by any living things, people included)
If you can name it and it's not part of the off-limits list, then chances are you can store it if it fits!
Cost of Climate-Controlled Units
With all of the advantages and benefits of climate-controlled units in mind, you may be wondering about the costs involved. The upfront cost of our climate-controlled units may begin at 10 percent or more above non-climate-controlled units. Some facilities may charge upwards of a 20 to 50 percent increase for climate control.
The bottom line? If you have any sensitive items or require storage for longer than a month or two, then the long-term benefits of preventing damage to your stored belongings will more than make up for the slight increase in upfront cost.
Location Matters If You’re Moving Or Storing In The Boise/Meridian/Treasure Valley Area
Whether you’re moving to the Boise area or just storing extra items to make space at home, a storage facility offers an affordable, convenient, highly secure option for holding your furniture and household items. Climate-controlled storage units offer a much deeper level of protection for your more sensitive belongings - a necessity in the intense and frequently changing climate of Idaho.
If you’re moving to the Treasure Valley area, Premier Storage offers ease of access, located on Eagle Road—right in the heart of the growing communities surrounding Boise in the Treasure Valley. Get in touch with our friendly customer service specialists to discuss your climate-controlled storage needs today! Ready to move in? Reserve a unit now!