Electronics need very specific storage conditions. Unlike other items made from materials such as glass, metal, or wood, electronics can easily be compromised by less-than-perfect storage conditions. When you are looking for storage units and trying to find the right facility to keep your electronics, be sure to check out US Storage Centers and ask our staff how we can accommodate you. Not only will they be able to make helpful suggestions and work with you to ensure that your electronics are stored properly, they will also be able to instruct you on the best unit you can get for your needs and budget. Check out how we recommend storing your electronics when you get a storage unit with us. Electronics: Sensitive to Heat, Cold, & Humidity Climate-controlled storage is important for most types of item in storage, and this is especially true for electronics. Your electronics can “freeze,” or become damaged to the point where they cannot work properly again after being exposed to cold temperatures for too long. Similarly, keeping electronics in too hot of an environment can degrade their internal parts and shorten their lifespans. Fluctuations between hot and cold temperatures cause electrical components to expand and contract. Each time this happens, and it happens on such a small scale that it generally cannot be seen by the human eye, the parts wear out just a little bit more. Humidity is another risk to your electronics. This can cause corrosion and keep the items from cooling properly. Storing Electronics Easily and Efficiently When your electronics are in storage, keep them off the ground. Store them on shelves, ideally in their original boxes. The easiest way to prevent yourself from losing components in a move is to package all components of your systems together before moving them into storage. For example, keep your monitor, mouse, keyboard, and all wires used with a specific computer in a box with its CPU. We also recommend looking into a climate-controlled unit - and indoor self-storage unit where you can choose a constant temperature for your belongings. Protecting Electronics In More Ways Than One Keeping your electronics in a storage unit will not only keep them clean and safe from environmental dangers – it can protect them from theft. If your home is burglarized, electronics are popular theft targets because they are easy to steal and can be resold for a profit. Keeping your electronics in plain sight in your car, office, or home can put them at risk of being stolen. In our storage facility, there are also numerous layers of security in place, including an electronic gate around the facility and 24-hour video surveillance, so nearly all theft attempts are over before they even start. US Storage Centers’ Corinth Storage Units To learn more about storage units in Corinth, contact US Storage Centers to discuss your storage needs with a member of our friendly, knowledgeable staff. Our team can help you assess exactly how much space you need and guide you toward the ideal unit in our facility. Electronics are very expensive to replace – don’t risk damaging or losing them by keeping them anywhere less secure than one of our storage units. US Storage Centers 3701 Farm to Market Road 2181 Corinth, TX 76210 (940) 488-4381
