Are storage facilities temperature controlled?

While some outdoor or drive-up storage locations may offer climate controlled units, they are most commonly found in our one or multi-story storage buildings. Because these units are located inside a building, they are kept at a comfortable temperate range between 65 and 85 degrees, just like your home.

Can you sleep in a climate controlled storage unit?

Can You Sleep In A Storage Unit? No, you cannot sleep in a storage unit. Storage units don’t qualify as habitable living spaces, as they do not have a bathroom or other necessary amenities to maintain a safe and healthy lifestyle.

What does climate control mean for storage units?

Climate controlled storage units take the edge off of outside temperatures thanks to an air system that triggers when temperatures get unpleasant—roughly 50 degrees to 80 degrees. “The idea is to regulate the temperature in the building as best as we can,” Miller said.

Can I use a storage unit as a warehouse?

Commercial storage units have slightly different rules than regular storage units depending on the scale of the business. But remember, unless you rent an office, retail or commercial space specifically, you’re not allowed to work or conduct business inside a storage unit.

Can you use a storage unit as a studio?

Depending on local zoning laws, a storage operator might not be allowed to let customers use storage units for anything other than storage. In other cases, laws and operators are more lenient and allow customers to use self-storage units as art studios, office space, gyms, and band rehearsal spaces.

When should you use climate controlled storage?

Basic self storage is sufficient for a lot of different household, business, or yard items. However, climate controlled storage is necessary and highly recommended for sensitive items like antiques, musical instruments, electronics, or fine art.

Can I use a storage unit as a business address?

Just keep in mind that a storage unit isn’t a suitable place to set up your desk, laptop, and fax machine — those items you need to keep at home. Transforming a storage unit into an office isn’t a legal option.