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Climate-Controlled vs. Drive-Up Storage: Which Is Best for Your Belongings?

By Sean Oliveira

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  1. What Is Climate-Controlled Storage?
  2. What Is Drive-Up Storage?
  3. How to Choose the Right Storage Unit

Choosing the right storage unit is essential to ensure that your belongings remain safe, secure, and in good condition. Whether you need extra space for personal storage or business storage, selecting the appropriate storage option can make all the difference. With options like climate-controlled storage and drive-up units, it’s important to understand which solution best fits your needs. Let’s explore the differences between these two types of storage to help you make an informed decision.

What Is Climate-Controlled Storage?

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A climate-controlled storage unit maintains consistent temperature and humidity levels year-round, regardless of external weather conditions. This type of storage is especially important for items sensitive to fluctuations in temperature or excess moisture, such as wooden furniture, electronics, artwork, or delicate fabrics. A climate-controlled unit offers superior protection.

Benefits of Climate-Controlled Storage

  • Temperature Regulation: Protects items from extreme heat or cold, preventing damage such as warping or cracking.
  • Humidity Control: Reduces the risk of mold, mildew, and rust, keeping fabrics, papers, and metals in pristine condition.
  • Ideal for Personal and Business Needs: Perfect for storing items like artwork, antiques, electronics, or paperwork, which are more vulnerable to environmental factors.

Seasonal Consideration: Climate-controlled storage is particularly useful during extreme seasonal changes, such as the hot summer months or cold winter periods. This ensures your belongings remain in optimal condition throughout the year. For more advice on preparing your items for storage, check out our Storage & Packing Tips.

If your belongings are delicate or valuable, a climate-controlled storage unit is likely the best option to ensure their preservation. Find your nearest climate-controlled unit today!

What Is Drive-Up Storage?

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A drive-up storage unit offers convenience and easy access by allowing you to park directly in front of your unit for quick loading and unloading. While it doesn’t regulate temperature or humidity, drive-up storage is an ideal solution for larger, sturdy items that don’t require climate control.

Benefits of Drive-Up Storage

  • Convenient Access: Great for heavy or bulky items, as you can drive your vehicle right up to the unit for easy transfer. Find your nearest drive-up storage location today!
  • Affordable Option: Typically, drive-up units are more cost-effective compared to climate-controlled storage.
  • Ideal for Large, Durable Items: Best for items like lawnmowers, bicycles, and outdoor equipment, or industrial tools and large machinery that can withstand varying weather conditions without damage.

Size Consideration: When choosing a drive-up unit, it’s important to select the right size to accommodate your items. Use our Size Guide to ensure you choose a unit that fits everything comfortably and efficiently.

How to Choose the Right Storage Unit

The decision between climate-controlled and drive-up storage ultimately comes down to the type of items you plan to store and how frequently you need to access them. Climate-controlled units are ideal for delicate or valuable belongings that need protection from temperature changes and humidity. Drive-up units, on the other hand, are perfect for larger, durable items that are less sensitive to environmental factors and need to be accessed frequently or with ease.

At MyPlace Self Storage, we offer both climate-controlled and drive-up storage options to meet your diverse needs. Whether you’re looking for added protection for valuables or convenient access for bulky equipment, we have the perfect unit for you. Locate your nearest MyPlace Self Storage facility and choose the ideal unit for your needs today!

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Size Guide

Small Storage Units
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5' x 5'

Equivalent to a standard walk-in closet.

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5' x 10'

Equivalent to a large shed.

Medium Storage Units
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10' x 10'

Equivalent to half of a standard garage and good for a one-bedroom apartment.

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10' x 15

Equivalent to a large bedroom and good for a small house.

Large Storage Units
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10' x 20'

Equivalent to a small garage and good for a mid-size house.

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10' x 30'

Equivalent to a large garage and good for a large house.

Vehicle Storage Units
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Covered Parking

Varying vehicle storage sizes can accommodate cars, boats, and RVs.

5' x 5'

This storage unit is small but mighty! Our 5x5, 25-square-foot spaces are about the size of a walk-in closet and great for holding household clutter, small furniture, and seasonal items.

Ideal for storing:
  • Boxes of offseason clothing and old toys
  • Small furniture or appliances
  • Seasonal decor or equipment such as garden tools and camping gear
  • Office supplies and business records and files

5' x 10'

This storage unit size is popular because it’s so versatile and functional. Our 5x10, 50-square-foot spaces are about the size of a large shed and great for holding various items from a small apartment or all the furnishings of a bedroom or office.

Ideal for storing:
  • Mattress sets, dressers, and coffee tables
  • Artwork, musical instruments, and mid-size electronics
  • Seasonal decor or equipment such as garden tools, skis, and camping gear
  • Business supplies, records, or inventory

10' x 10'

This storage unit is not too big, not too small, but just right for bulky furniture or equipment. Our 10x10, 100-square-foot spaces are about the size of half of a standard garage and can fit the contents of a one-bedroom home.

Ideal for storing:
  • Household furniture such as sofas, tables, dressers, mattress sets, and coffee or bedside tables
  • Electronics and musical instruments
  • Seasonal decor or equipment such as garden tools, bicycles, skis, and camping gear
  • Office equipment such as desks, chairs, and shelves

10' x 15'

Another popular choice, this storage unit is great for small families or households. Our 10x15, 150-square-foot spaces are about the size of a large bedroom and can fit the contents of a two-bedroom home.

Ideal for storing:
  • Bulky household furniture such as sofas, dining tables, dressers, bedroom sets, and bookcases
  • Major appliances such as washers, dryers, and refrigerators
  • Outdoor equipment such as grills, bicycles, skis, and camping gear
  • Commercial inventory and office equipment such as desks, chairs, and shelves

10' x 20'

If you’re in between moves, staging your home for selling, or planning a big remodel, this storage unit might be the one for you. Our 10x20, 200-square-foot spaces are about the size of a small garage and can fit the contents of a three- or four-bedroom home.

Ideal for storing:
  • Bulky household furniture such as sectional sofas, dining tables, mattress sets, dressers, and entertainment centers
  • Major appliances such as washers, dryers, and refrigerators
  • Large musical instruments or equipment such as pianos and TVs
  • Outdoor equipment such as lawnmowers, grills, bicycles, skis, and camping gear
  • Commercial inventory and office equipment such as desks, chairs, and shelves

10' x 30'

This storage unit is about the size of a large garage for those seeking a major space solution. Our 10x30, 300-square-foot spaces offer enough room to fit the contents of a four- or five-bedroom home.

Ideal for storing:
  • Items that aren’t easily boxed up
  • Large household furniture such as sectional sofas, entertainment centers, and mattress and dining sets
  • Major appliances such as washers, dryers, and refrigerators
  • Outdoor equipment such as lawnmowers, grills, bicycles, and canoes or small boats
  • Commercial inventory and office equipment such as desks, chairs, and shelves

Covered Parking

Parking spaces and covered vehicle storage for your car, boat, or RV can keep your ride from consuming valuable space in your garage, all while shielding it from the elements—like sunshine, rain, or hail. Some of our covered parking units even include electricity, too. Find and contact a self storage facility near you for location-specific car storage availability.

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