Quick answer: Temperature-controlled storage keeps your unit from getting very hot in summer or very cold in winter. It’s worth it for things that crack, warp, fade or stop working when temperatures swing: wood furniture, electronics, photos and documents, artwork, musical instruments, leather and vinyl records. At Storage Plus, every unit at our Greenpoint location, 425 Greenpoint Avenue in Brooklyn, is temperature controlled.
What is temperature-controlled storage?
It’s storage inside a building where the temperature is kept within a steady range all year. New York summers are hot and humid and winters drop below freezing. In a space without temperature control, your things go through those extremes every year they’re stored.
What should go in temperature-controlled storage?
- Wood furniture. Heat and cold make wood expand and shrink, which leads to cracks, warping and loose joints.
- Electronics. TVs, computers, speakers and game consoles don’t like extreme heat or cold.
- Photos, documents and books. Paper and prints curl, stick together and fade.
- Artwork. Paintings and canvases can crack and lose color.
- Musical instruments. Pianos, guitars and other wood instruments go out of shape and out of tune.
- Leather and upholstered furniture. Leather can crack and fabrics can pick up musty smells.
- Vinyl records, DVDs and collectibles. Heat can warp records and damage packaging that collectors care about.
- Business inventory and files. Anything you’d be upset to find damaged when you need it.
What usually doesn’t need it?
Sturdy items like metal tools, plastic bins of seasonal clothes, outdoor furniture, bikes and holiday decorations in plastic containers generally handle temperature changes well.
How should I pack things for long-term storage?
- Keep things off the floor. Use shelves or pallets so air can move around your belongings.
- Cover furniture with breathable fabric. Moving blankets or old sheets work well. Avoid wrapping wood furniture tightly in plastic for long periods, since it can trap moisture.
- Use sturdy boxes of the same size. They stack safely and make the most of your space. See our packing supplies.
- Wrap fragile items. Bubble wrap for glass and electronics, mattress bags for mattresses.
- Leave a walkway. Put what you’ll need most often near the door.
- Never store food, liquids or anything flammable.
Temperature-controlled storage in Greenpoint, Brooklyn
Every unit at Storage Plus Greenpoint is temperature controlled, from small lockers to extra-large spaces, rented month to month. The building also has:
- Customer and freight elevators
- Indoor and outdoor loading docks and ground-level access
- Free outdoor parking
- 24-hour video surveillance, alarms and intercom
- Your own lock and key on your unit
- Package and container receiving
Storage Plus Greenpoint
425 Greenpoint Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11222
Office: Monday–Saturday 8 AM–8 PM, Sunday 9 AM–6 PM
Unit access: Monday–Saturday 8 AM–7:30 PM, Sunday 9 AM–5:30 PM
New customers: (718) 707-0888
Moving from elsewhere in Brooklyn or Queens? Ask about our free pick-up: a truck and driver for up to two hours to bring your things to Greenpoint.
Frequently asked questions
Is temperature-controlled storage the same as climate-controlled storage?
People often use the two terms for the same thing: storage inside a building where the temperature is kept steady year-round. If you’re looking for climate-controlled storage in Brooklyn, our Greenpoint units are temperature controlled.
How do I reserve a temperature-controlled unit?
Reserve online for free and choose Greenpoint, Brooklyn as your location. No credit card or deposit is needed. Or call (718) 707-0888.
