• bacteria
• dust mites
• mildew
• mold
• viruses

Storing items in a climate controlled self storage unit will prevent these problems from happening and also damaging perspectives like future health issues, spoiled odors, paper rot, and wood degradation. Household items which are generally climate sensitive and more prone to damage are artwork, books, paintings, and paper items.

Anything which is made out of paper can perish due to paper rot if subjected to continuous humidity. Pages will cuddle, also stick together, and the print may probably bleed on the page. If the pages or a painting are covered with mildew and mold, then every thing will be spoiled.

Clothing and fabric will not prosper well when it is apparent to mildew and mold. So, they should be stored in a dry, warm climate in order to last a longer.

Electronics are more sensitive to moisture and require a climate controlled self storage environment. They should be stored in a facility which is both dry and warm.

Cushioned items and wood furniture can be easily damaged due to extreme deviations in climate. Antiques are more prone to damage due to intense dryness or moisture. They get wrapped with mildew, or get moldy, or the wood begins to rot. If the storage is very much dry, wood will crack or warp, spoiling wooden furnishings. Allergic reactions and asthma attacks are quickly provoked by mildew and mold as they target directly on the human respiratory system.

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One great advantage of climate controlled storage is protection from the elements like rain and snow which cannot percolate the roof, and they are generally built above flood level. Many climate controlled storage units are located inside building, which makes it inaccessible to the general public. Outside dirt and dust are less likely to be move indoors, which is advantageous for fragile or delicate antiques and sensitive musical instruments.

Another major advantage of climate controlled storage units is atmospheric adjustment as items stored in these units do not experience extremes in air temperatures or humidity. This helps many wood-based furniture pieces, musical instruments and antiques from cracking or splitting due to freezing and melting.

As climate controlled storage units are placed indoors, there is less chance of outside insects and pests to penetrate inside.

Renting a climate controlled storage unit can be very useful if you plan on storing your most valuable and prized possessions for the next generation.

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