Smart tips on protecting items from Desert Winter: Why dessert like Calexico's could see Temperature Swings and why it matters?You are only right if you think desert winters could be mild. Sure, afternoons in Calexico’s winter could be comfortable around 75-80°F but when the sun goes down, temperatures can even go below 40s. That sudden shift in temperature in just 12 hours could affect your stored belongings.These extreme fluctuations in temperature in Imperial Valley’s desert winter can create a challenging storage environment. When items such as wood furniture, electronics, leather or even important documents and family photos. They could expand and contract repeatedly, it could create moisture that can make things fade and get damaged as a result.Does your stuff need Climate Control?Take some time to understand what you are planning to store this winter. Do you have any sort of wooden furniture like tables, dressers or antique objects? How about electronics such as computers, TV or speakers? Or it could be you’re storing a guitar, piano or other instruments. Consider important documents, family photos, art work or even a wine collection.If you can mentally check off at least 2 or 3 of these listed items, you should totally consider a climate-controlled storage for the winter months from November through February. If you checked over 4 categories, climate control isn't an option anymore, it's an essential to protect your investment from desert winter that’s coming your way.Climate-Controlled Storage: Your Winter SolutionUnlike other traditional storage methods, Climate-controlled storage maintains a consistent temperature that ranges from 55-85°F regardless of what's happening on the outside. When areas like Calexico’s desert winter comes with 40-degree temperature swings, you will rest assured that your items stay in a stable environment throughout winter. This investment may add $40-50$ to your current storage cost but compare that to replacing a $2000 leather selection or repairing warped furniture.For items that are under 500$, regular storage usually works fine especially like weather resistant items like plastic bins, metal tools or outdoor equipment. But if you are planning to store belongings with higher value, a climate-controlled storage is ideal for you. Think of it as an insurance that prevents damage rather than just paying for it after the disaster.Smart Storage tips for Desert Winter Temperature SwingsBefore you get started with storing anything during the Imperial Valley’s winter season, take your time to prepare it properly. Clean everything properly because desert dust combined with moisture from temperature accelerates damage. Add silica gel packets to boxes containing electronics, documents or anything that could be sensitive to moisture. These little packets absorb any form of condensation that could be caused during cool desert nights.Try to avoid the temptation to wrap furniture in plastic - it does nothing but trap the moisture created by temperature fluctuations and make damage worse. Instead use breathable sheets made of cotton or furniture compatible ones. Elevate items off the floor using blocks because ground level temperatures are the ones which fluctuate the most during desert winter nights.Plan to visit your storage units at least once a month, look for any signs of condensation, especially on cold mornings. Check your leather items for dryness or cracking. Inspect wooden furniture for any warping signs. Early signs means you can move items to climate control before serious damages in the future.Ready to Protect your Items from the Desert Winter?We advise you to not wait until December’s coldest nights to realize that your stored items need more than just regular storage. It’s always better to be safe than sorry when it comes to storing our precious belongings. We believe November is the perfect time to transition temperature sensitive items to more protective storage space before the temperature swings intensify in Imperial valley’s winter time.Call us at (760) 304-1288 or visit our Calexico location at 95 CA-98, Calexico, CA, 92231 to discuss your storage needs. Our team is well aware of the need for storage conditions to tackle winter challenges and can help you understand what’s the right choice for you and your belongings. You can Reserve online or stop by for a tour of our different kinds of storage units available.Whether you’re storing furniture, business inventory or treasured family items, we’re here to help you navigate your transition smoothly and help your belongings with a secure place to face your desert winter challenges at an affordable price.
