Climate Controlled Storage
What Is Climate-Controlled Storage?
Climate-controlled storage units are specially designed storage spaces that maintain a steady temperature and humidity level throughout the year. This helps shield your belongings from harm caused by intense heat waves and cold snaps. These specialized storage units are usually indoors, giving you an additional layer of defense from the weather, but some locations may also offer outdoor or drive-up options.
At What Temperature Are Climate-Controlled Units Kept?
If you’re preparing to move to a new home, we have you covered from start to finish. With the climate-controlled storage unit you rent at Compass Self Storage, you can trust that your unit will be kept at a temperature range between 55 degrees and 80 degrees. Our climate-controlled storage units are heated in the winter and air-conditioned in the summer to maintain their temperature year-round.
What Can You Store in Climate-Controlled Storage?
You can keep a wide range of belongings in a climate-controlled storage unit! Common items we recommend keeping in a climate-controlled space include:
- Electronics
- Wooden or leather furniture
- Documents and records
- Photographs
- Collectibles
- Musical instruments
- Clothing and textiles
A good rule of thumb: if it’s a belonging you wouldn’t keep in a car or outdoor shed during a heat wave or deep freeze for extended periods of time, it needs climate control.
What Can’t You Store in Climate-Controlled Storage?
While there are no items that we specifically prohibit in climate-controlled storage units, all items stored in a climate-controlled storage unit must follow our general prohibited items guidelines. You may not store:
- Perishable food items
- Drugs
- Firearms and ammo
- Oil, gasoline, or other combustible materials
- Living animals
- Yourself
For more information on prohibited items, contact your local Compass Self Storage facility.
Who Needs Climate-Controlled Storage?
Climate-controlled storage is the best choice for anyone storing sensitive items like electronics, furniture, or documents. It’s also ideal for businesses that require a consistent environment to better maintain inventory, files, or equipment.
Storage Unit Sizes With Climate Control
Our climate-controlled storage unit sizes give you options for almost any need. You can choose small 5×5 climate-controlled storage units, which are about the size of a closet, for a few boxes, documents, or electronics.
For larger needs, consider one of our 10×30 spaces, which are about the size of a two-car garage. When you’re in the middle of a move and need to store your belongings long-term, a large climate-controlled storage unit is perfect for packing up an entire household or a full office setup. Use our storage unit size guide to find the climate-controlled space for you.
Common Questions About Climate-Controlled Storage
Do all Compass Self Storage facilities have climate-controlled storage?
Not every Compass Self Storage facility provides climate-controlled storage. Reach out to your nearest Compass location to confirm if climate control is an available option. Many of our storage facilities also offer indoor storage units, which help shield you and your belongings from the weather.
Is climate-controlled storage more expensive?
Climate-controlled storage typically costs more because of the systems necessary to maintain a stable environment. However, climate control can be a key investment in helping prevent damage to temperature-sensitive items while they’re in storage.
How do I know if I need climate-controlled storage?
If you live in a climate that’s prone to extreme heat, cold, or both, you should consider climate-controlled storage. In states with consistent year-round heat, such as Florida, storing items like vinyl records and wooden furniture in sheds, garages, or attics can lead to damage. The longer your belongings stay in storage, the more important a stable environment is.
Reserve a Climate-Controlled Storage Unit Today
When you’re storing an acoustic guitar or a wooden table that doesn’t fit in your home now, climate-controlled storage keeps your items away from broiling heat and chilling cold. At Compass Self Storage, you can easily find climate-controlled storage throughout the United States. Rent or reserve your climate-controlled space today!