In the desert, it gets hot. Some days, it gets so hot that it’s dangerous for anyone to be outside in the heat. When it’s too hot for you to be comfortable and safe, it’s too hot for certain items, like furniture, electronics, art, and textiles. Just like you retreat into your home to escape the heat and sunlight on these hot days, your items need a cool respite. Our US Storage Centers Phoenix AZ storage facility can provide that respite in one of our air-cooled storage units.x Why you Need a Climate-Controlled Storage Unit One of the most pervasive myths about Phoenix’s climate is that it’s a “dry heat,” meaning that there is no humidity. During the summer, the humidity level rises in the Phoenix area. Sometimes, monsoon conditions can develop. If you assume that Phoenix doesn’t get humid, you might not realize that you need a humidity-controlled storage unit. But the truth is that you do need a unit where humidity is artificially kept at a safe level to protect certain items from warping and becoming damaged. Damage is not the only adverse effect of keeping your items in humid conditions. Moisture can provide mold and bacteria with the conditions they need to grow, which can lead to staining and other types of destruction of your clothing, furniture, and other items in storage. This is why all items need to be thoroughly cleaned and dried before you put them into your storage unit. Do not inadvertently create a habitable environment for organisms that can destroy your valuables. Items that Can be Damaged by Heat Before you move your items into your storage unit, take the time to learn about the ideal conditions for each. Many items need the same type of storage environment to remain safe, an environment that is: Cool; Dark; and Dry. A few examples of items that are particularly sensitive to heat and humidity include: Clothing and other items made from textiles; Leather and wooden furniture; Computers and other electronics; Books; Paper documents; and Any type of organic material, such as fur. Our staff at US Storage Centers Phoenix AZ can answer your questions about the safest way to store your items. Beyond keeping them away from heat, humidity, and direct sunlight, many items are well served by certain types of packaging and storage positions. For example, books should be stored in flat stacks or on shelves with their spines pointing outward. Storage Units you Need to Keep your Items Safe When you’re looking for a climate and humidity-controlled self storage unit, check out US Storage Centers in Phoenix AZ. We don’t have to tell you it’s hot in Phoenix – you can feel and even see it. US Storage Centers provides air-cooled units that can shield your delicate possessions from the oppressive desert heat. Call or visit our Phoenix location today to speak with one of our friendly staff members about your self storage needs. US Storage Centers 2331 West Indian School Road Phoenix, AZ 85015 (602) 842-6265
