What type environmental storage conditions is best for me? To help our customers choose the type of storage facility they need we offer the following options.  Please feel free to click on them and decide which one will suit your needs Climate Controlled Storage, Humidity Controlled Storage, Conventional Storage

Are the facility grounds well taken care of? Yes, our facility is free of overgrown vegetation to prevent attracting vermin or insects.

Is the facility secure? Our facility is as secure as humanly possible. All perimeter fencing is highly maintained. Security cameras observe all activity both inside and outside, even the parking lot. Our facility is well lit and easily accessible both day and night. Smoke alarms and fire prevention systems are installed  throughout the facility. 

What different environmental storage conditions are generally offered? High humidity, high or low temperatures are the leading causes for damage for goods in storage. Some items such as paper products can be destroyed by high humidity. Furs, for example are better stored in a cold environment and some furniture is better stored in an environment at about 50-75 degrees. Wood can rot and metal may rust due to high humidity also. You will often hear the term conditioned storage and this is generally looked at as less than 55%RH and between 50-75 degrees. Humidity control, temperature control, temperature and humidity control and no climate control are the four options generally available.

Why Humidity control? Items that are sensitive to high humidity are generally stored in rooms with humidity at levels that are below 55 RH (Relative Humidity). Molds and mildew can grow on most surfaces and can spread easily as the spores can become air borne however mold and mildew growth is inhibited at 55 RH. You may have seen an old leather jacket after it was stored in the attic or basement for a period of time and it can smell musty and be covered in white spots and this is mildew. It is interesting to note that many antibiotics are grown from mold and food stuffs are often spoiled by molds, a common example is moldy bread. For the most part molds and mildew do not pose a threat to human health however there have been unsubstantiated allegations that certain molds can cause asthma to develop in people. High humidity can also be a cause of objects made of iron to rust and the higher the humidity the more rapid the corrosion.

Why Temperature control? If your goods require storage in cold or conditions, temperature controlled storage is for you. Traditionally furs were stored in cold conditions in the summer months to prevent hardening of the leather due to oil loss from excessive heat and humidity. Shedding of fur coats is the result of this hardening. Damage from moths and insects can be extensive in furs so prevention is the key and cold storage is an excellent choice as the cold naturally kills off bugs.

Why Humidity and Temperature control? Again, if your belongings need both temperature and humidity control, this is the option you need to choose. Today furs are still stored in cold conditions generally in large vaults that are temperature and humidity controlled. Furs are often quite expensive and you will want to get as many years ware out of your fur as possible so storing it correctly will help prevent degradation.

Is Conventional Storage the way to go? Conventional storage offers no control over humidity and temperature. The space is basically maintained at whatever temperature and humidity levels as the remainder of the warehouse. Warehouses are generally maintained at a temperature a few degrees above the outside temperature in the winter and a few degrees below the outside temperature in the summer and the humidity level is dependent on outside humidity levels.