What Items Require a Climate Controlled Storage Unit?

With so many decisions to make when choosing a storage unit, simply deciding on a heated versus unheated unit can have your head spinning. At Acceptable Storage not only are all of our units safe and secure, but we also offer both heated and unheated units at a variety of price points.  So, what details do you have to take into account when deciding whether or not to opt for a heated storage unit? We have all the answers.

Temperature

The first thing you should do is take a look at your climate. As you know, Ottawa and the surrounding area is downright cold over the winter! A heated storage unit keeps the temperature not only predictable, but also constant. A climate controlled storage unit will keep the entire area in between 13 and 30 degrees celsius all year round. With Ottawa’s varying temperatures all year round making sure that elements don’t take a toll on your belongings is important.

Humidity

In addition to regulating the actual temperature of the room, a climate controlled storage unit will also monitor the humidity and moisture in the unit all year round. When it comes to climate control in a storage unit, think of a heater, air conditioner, humidifier, and dehumidifier all combined to keep the air within the unit steady and comfortable. Variations in humidity can wreak havoc on some more valuable belongings.

While some belongings require no special treatment, others certainly do. If you are going to invest in the expenses associated with storing them, you might as well make sure they get through the winter!

Wood Furniture

Wood is a durable, yet high maintenance building material. When it is exposed to excess moisture it may warp, crack, or even rot. Oftentimes, a family will put heirloom furniture in storage for future generations or until the next big move. A climate controlled storage unit is the answer to making sure that your valuable wooden furniture makes it through a year of extreme temperatures. Wooden bed frames, dining room and kitchen tables, coffee tables, end tables, and dressers are the most often stored items in our Ottawa storage units.

Leather Goods

Like wood, leather is a versatile yet fickle material. It is particularly susceptible to variations in hot and cold temperatures. For better or worse, living in Ottawa pretty much guarantees that you are going to be experiencing the big swings between high and low temperatures. When choosing to store your expensive genuine leather furniture, opting for a climate controlled storage unit is a small price to pay for maintaining the value of the piece.

Major Appliances

Another one of the more frequently stored items are washers, dryers, microwaves, and refrigerators. Instead of donating or even throwing out these items, forward thinking property managers and parents hold on to these major appliances for their children. In order to keep your major appliances operational, they will need to be safe from harsh variations in temperature. When storing them, make sure that water hoses have been removed, and that you’ve given them a solid cleaning!

To learn more about Acceptable Storage’s Ottawa climate controlled storage units call us today at 613-822-7666.