Climate Controlled storage facilities are ideal for items that are vulnerable to excessive temperatures, temperature changes, or moisture. Unlike traditional storage units with outside access, these containers are usually housed inside a structure to provide maximum protection from the elements as well as consistent temperature and humidity conditions. When evaluating facilities that claim to provide climate control in their units, keep in mind that the term “climate control” is defined differently by each facility. To guarantee that your valuables or sensitive possessions are better preserved during long-term storage, it’s critical to understand exactly what you’re paying for.

Difference between Climate Controlled and Temperature Controlled:

There is a distinction made between temperature-controlled and climate-controlled. Although some organizations use these names simultaneously, they are not interchangeable. Temperature-controlled only indicates that the temperature is regulated; it has no bearing on humidity, which can sometimes be more damaging than the temperature itself. Look for storage companies that provide genuine climate control, including both; the temperature and humidity regulation, and can keep temperatures and humidity stable throughout the year, regardless of the weather.

What should you look for in a Climate Controlled Facility?

Many of your sensitive products don’t require a specific temperature range, but they do demand regular temperatures that you should be able to control. The temperature in climate-controlled storage units is usually regulated between 50 and 80 degrees Fahrenheit along a humidity level of 55 percent. For the most part, these criteria are sufficient, although some goods require a smaller temperature range.

Searching for a climate-controlled storage facility needs most of the same research as selecting any other sort of self-storage unit, except for confirming climate control techniques and stability. During in-person inspections, ask basic questions regarding the company’s security measures and rental rates, as well as observing the overall cleanliness and care of the facility to assess whether the company appears reliable and safe or not.

What to watch out for when looking for a Climate Controlled Facility?

Always inquire about the storage agency’s precise temperature and climate standards, as well as what they do to meet them and get this information in writing to verify the validity of their assertions. Moreover, be aware of climate-controlled exterior-access containers. Climate control is unusual in a drive-up outdoor unit. Although it’s not impossible, it’s possible that it is only partially heated or cooled, instead of being fully climate-controlled so be weary of that.