For a lot of users, storage units in Memphis offer a lot of space that they can utilize in order to reduce clutter in their homes. Storage units in Memphis have been around for a long time, and many people use them to store everything from cars and boats to antiques and valuables. There are many different types of storage units, but basic storage units may not always be suited for all of your storing needs. Of course, they do store a lot of things securely and are perfect for items like furniture or lawn machinery, but there are times when you should be wary of what you put into your standard storage unit. Specialized Storage Does Exist If you are thinking about storing your valuables, heirlooms, and antiques, you might consider special storage units that have been designed to protect these priceless types of treasures specifically. These storage locations are described as "climate controlled" and allow for fine adjustment and maintenance of the temperature and humidity within the unit so that it doesn't negatively affect your belongings. This is especially important for older items since massive changes in temperatures can cause serious and irreparable damage to them. In the case of electronic items, air-conditioned storage is a solution that could be considered. In standard storage units, electronic items can be seriously, if not irreparably, damaged due to heat buildup within the unit. Do NOT Store Plants As living things, plants are sure to die to if you store them in any storage unit. Many are sorely disappointed to come back to their storage units to find that their plants, deprived of sunlight and water, have gone the way of the earth, despite temperature and humidity control. Unless the plant you would like to store are artificial and made wholly of synthetic materials, storing it in a standard storage unit is a definite no. Do NOT store Hazardous Chemicals Chemicals in a small, non-ventilated space tend to gather and concentrate. In the case of toxic or flammable chemicals, this can lead to disaster not only for you unit, but for the units surrounding you. In a standard storage unit, the temperature on a hot day can easily raise above the flash point of certain chemicals. If that occurs, it can lead to fires or explosions that could lead to a lot of damage to the property and potential personal injury. For everyone’s safety, do not keep chemicals in your storage unit. Safety Comes First A storage location is relatively safe when it comes to interference from the outside. However, in order to protect your valuables and others’ property from accidents, the renters of units within the compound should take the responsibility to take the proper precautions. It doesn’t take much for an accident to happen to your belongings in your storage unit. US Storage Center has a strict policy regarding safety at our storage locations in order to protect our clients' items. Contact us today to figure out which of our storage locations is closest to you! American Mini Storage 6105 Apple Tree Drive Memphis, TN 38115 (901) 206-2034
