A storage unit is a convenient place to keep seldom-used items, such as your holiday decorations or off-season sports gear. However, these rentals tend to get hot over time, especially in the heart of Texas, which can affect temperature-sensitive belongings. That’s why some facilities offer climate-controlled options. By maintaining an ideal temperature around 70 degrees, you’ll enjoy some benefits you don’t get with other units.

Why Temperature Control Matters

1. Prevents Humidity

With a rise in temperature often comes humidity. This combination can not only cause wood furniture and musical instruments to warp but can negatively impact the glue binding books together so that they fall apart. Additionally, warm, moisture-laden air provides the perfect environment for mold and mildew to grow. This fungal growth can destroy items such as artwork, mattresses, clothes, and upholstered furniture.

2. Protects Electronics

Extreme temperatures are also dangerous for electronics. Apple®, for one, advises iPhone® users not to store phones anywhere that can get hotter than 113 degrees, unless you want to risk data corruption, battery leakage, or other serious malfunctions. Computers, game consoles, and other electronics can be similarly affected.

3. Interior Comfort

Most climate-controlled rentals are located inside a larger building, which is not the case for other storage units. This helps to put another layer of defense between your belongings and dust, pests, extreme weather like floods, and potential vandals.

Tom Thumb Mini Storage provides climate-controlled storage units at affordable prices in San Marcos, TX. They have rentals ranging in size from 3x5 to 10x30, so you can find the one to meet your needs. You can access your unit at any time of the day or night through the secure computer-operated controlled-access gate. For your convenience, they sell all the packing supplies you’ll need at affordable prices. See their rates online or call (512) 396-3434 to ask about availability.