{"id":1456,"date":"2017-04-10T00:00:00","date_gmt":"2017-04-10T00:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.storage-mart.com\/blog\/organization\/using-storage-units-with-climate-control-during-your-deployment\/"},"modified":"2023-03-20T15:59:51","modified_gmt":"2023-03-20T15:59:51","slug":"using-storage-units-with-climate-control-during-your-deployment","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.storage-mart.com\/blog\/using-storage-units-with-climate-control-during-your-deployment","title":{"rendered":"Using Storage Units with Climate Control During Your Deployment"},"content":{"rendered":"

You don\u2019t get to choose when you’re deployed, you just need to be ready. That means you\u2019ll need to find a place for your belongings \u2013 and fast. You\u2019ve probably already considered renting a self storage unit<\/a> while you\u2019re on active duty, but depending on your length of stay or the type of items<\/a> you want to store, you don\u2019t want just any old unit. So, in this post, we\u2019ll explain the advantages of choosing a storage unit with climate control while serving your country.<\/p>\n

Military Storage Units: \u201cHome Base\u201d for Your Stuff<\/h2>\n

Your HDTV, your stereo, your video game system; you work hard for your stuff. When duty calls, you may need to quickly store delicate items like these in a self storage facility near your military base. If so, you\u2019ve essentially got two options to consider: a standard self storage unit or a storage unit with climate control. Full disclosure<\/strong> \u2013 climate controlled self storage units are more expensive to rent. But, given your specific situation, they may be the best option for you in the long run. Here\u2019s why:<\/p>\n

Optimal Environment for Sensitive Electronics<\/h2>\n

Take it from the experts, high humidity is bad news for your gadgets. According to electrical engineer, Steven Crane, humidity can decrease the insulation resistance in capacitors and increase the leakage of current in transistors \u2013 two important components found in everything from your PlayStation to your stereo.<\/p>\n

Even worse, though, is condensation. As the environment fluctuates from warm and humid to cool and dry, the circuit boards in your devices can become coated in moisture. Over time, the constant formation and evaporation of condensation can lead to corrosion and, ultimately, failure.<\/p>\n

Optimal Environment for Furniture & Valuables<\/h2>\n

Electronics aren\u2019t the only items that may benefit from climate controlled storage facility during your deployment. Furniture, mainly wooden and leather pieces, are highly sensitive to moisture. If not properly protected from the elements, you could come home to a bunch of cracked, rotted, warped, or otherwise useless stuff. In addition to furniture, these items also perfect for a climate controlled storage facility:<\/p>\n