What does climate-controlled storage mean?
Climate-controlled storage means that the self-storage units you rent are maintained to stay within a temperature range to protect sensitive items from heat, cold, and moisture.
Why use climate-controlled storage?
You should use climate-controlled storage when you have items that are susceptible to heat and cold temperatures. Gotham Mini Storage’s climate-controlled facility maintains a steady temperature of 60ºF to 80ºF, making it the perfect environment to store your valuable possessions. The days of worrying about mold and mildew, warping, cracking, splitting, rust, yellowing, corrosion, bacteria overgrowth, and vermin or bug infestations are over!
What items need climate control?
Our climate-controlled units are ideal for storing:
- Files, documents, personal records, and photographs
- Albums, books, and videotapes
- Valuable antiques, heirlooms, and fine art
- Fine linens, clothing, and furs
- Wine
- Craft supplies
- Electronics
- Leather, wood, and baby furniture
- Musical instruments
- Tools and machines
- Sports equipment
- Mattresses
- Construction supplies
- Seasonal inventory
- Household appliances
- And more!
What temperature is climate-controlled storage kept at?
Climate-controlled storage is kept between 60ºF to 80ºF and is controlled to limit humidity that could otherwise damage stored belongings.
Can you control the temperature in a climate-controlled unit?
Most climate-controlled units are automatically programmed to stay at temperatures between 60ºF to 80ºF and do not need to be controlled by self storage users.
What is the difference between heated and climate controlled storage?
Heated and ventilated storage only has heat blown throughout to add warmth, whereas climate-controlled storage is heated or cooled to stay at an exact and optimal temperature range for storing items.
