When you are shopping for a storage unit in Orlando, Florida, there are a few things you need to look for. Anywhere in the world, you want to rent a unit that is clean, well-ventilated, and well-lit. In Orlando, you also want to rent a unit that is climate-controlled. Why? Because in Orlando, as is the case in areas with similar climates, the weather can become very hot and humid. Extreme heat and humidity can damage your possessions, so be sure to protect them by choosing a unit that will keep them cool and out of the humidity. Below are four categories of items that cannot be exposed to extreme heat or humidity. This list is not exhaustive; if you are unsure about whether an item needs to be kept in a climate-controlled unit, speak with one of our friendly staff members. Leather Furniture and Other Items When moisture builds up in the creases of a leather couch or another type of leather item, the leather can become discolored and warped. Extreme heat can cause leather to dry out, making it brittle and susceptible to cracks. Care for your leather by applying leather conditioner to it regularly and keeping it in a cool, humidity-free storage unit where it will not be exposed to direct sunlight. Photographs Digital photographs have the luxury of residing on hard drives and cloud services. Traditional photographs do not have this luxury and when they are exposed to extreme heat, they can deteriorate. When photographs are kept in stacks or piles in the heat, they can stick together, creating an irreparable pile of lost memories. Before putting your photographs into storage, put them into an album so each is protected by an individual plastic sleeve. Keep this album in a cool unit where it is not exposed to direct light. Appliances Anything with an engine or mechanical parts, such as a washing machine or a microwave, should be kept out of the extreme heat. Heat can damage a machine's electrical wiring as well as its mechanical parts, causing the appliance to malfunction or even to completely stop working. Paper Items For paper items, humidity is more of a concern than heat. When the moisture of humidity builds up in paper items, the paper can warp, distorting anything that is printed on it. If you plan on storing valuable documents, such as a family tree, your birth certificate, or files for your business, store the documents in protective plastic casing inside a climate-controlled storage unit. Rent a Storage Unit in Orlando Today It's hot and humid in Orlando. You don't need to be told that. But you might want to learn more about the storage solutions offered by US Storage Centers. Call or visit our Orlando facility today to find out about the services we offer, the storage units we have available, and any answers to questions you have about renting space with us. US Storage Centers 6707 Narcoossee Road Orlando, FL 32822 (407) 990-1456
