Climate Controlled Storage Solutions
Protect your valuables with 24/7 access, advanced security, and precision temperature and humidity regulation.
Temperature Regulation
Units maintained between 55°F and 80°F year-round to prevent damage from extreme heat or cold. Consistent temperatures protect wood, electronics, and delicate materials.
Humidity Control
Relative humidity kept at optimal levels to prevent moisture damage, mold, and mildew growth. Essential for preserving documents, photographs, and leather goods.
Why Temperature & Humidity Regulation Matters
Wood Furniture Protection
Wood is hygroscopic—it absorbs and releases moisture based on the surrounding environment. When humidity levels fluctuate dramatically, wood expands and contracts, leading to:
- Warping and bowing of table tops, doors, and panels
- Cracking along the grain, especially in antique pieces
- Veneer separation and peeling
- Loose joints and structural weakening
Northeast seasonal humidity is particularly damaging: Summer months bring 70-90% relative humidity, while winter heating drops indoor levels to 20-30%. This 50+ percentage point swing causes repeated stress on wood fibers.
Electronics & Appliance Protection
Electronic devices contain sensitive components that are vulnerable to environmental extremes:
- Corrosion: Moisture causes oxidation on circuit boards, solder joints, and metal contacts
- Condensation: Temperature swings cause water droplets to form inside devices, shorting circuits
- Battery degradation: Extreme heat accelerates battery chemical breakdown
- Screen damage: LCD and LED screens can be permanently damaged by freezing temperatures
Climate control eliminates the condensation cycle that destroys electronics in non-regulated storage during seasonal transitions.
Document & Photo Protection
Paper is extremely sensitive to environmental conditions. Without climate control, you risk:
- Yellowing: Humidity accelerates the oxidation that turns paper yellow and brittle
- Mold growth: Humidity above 60% creates ideal conditions for mold spores
- Ink degradation: Both heat and moisture cause ink to fade, bleed, or transfer
- Brittleness: Low humidity dries out paper fibers, making them crack when handled
For photographs, the gelatin emulsion layer is especially vulnerable—high humidity causes photos to stick together permanently, while temperature extremes cause curling and cracking.
Ideal for Storing
Electronics
Furniture
Documents
Artwork
Musical Instruments
Collectibles
Photographs
Antiques
Common Questions
Service Areas
We offer modern, climate-controlled storage units at our premier facilities in Philadelphia, PA, Long Island City, NY, and Ocean Township, NJ.