Monday, November 25, 2013

How To Pay Online...

Paying your account online is easy as 1-2-3 once you have registered your account. 
Go to our website payment screen and follow the steps below on your first visit.
Still have questions?  Give us a call at 757-838-1515 or email us.


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Tuesday, April 9, 2013

Using Climate Controlled Storage



CLIMATE CONTROLLED
STORAGE
by CC Isole, Facility Manager







“When should I consider using climate controlled storage?”

Choosing a climate controlled storage unit over a standard storage unit can be a difficult decision and often times comes down to simple personal preferences. It really is about the level of risk you are willing to take. Some people believe that maintaining an even temperature is the only sure way to protect their valuables. Others are more apt to look at their geographic climate and how long they intend to store their belongings in assessing that risk.

Knowing what kind of weather to expect, how long you intend to use storage, and the types of items you plan to store, will help you decide if climate controlled storage is a necessary extra expense for your storage needs.

A good litmus test is to consider whether you would be willing to store your goods year round in an unregulated garage environment. If not, then you most likely want to consider using a climate controlled storage unit.

“How does climate controlled storage work?”

Simply put, the storage unit has a regulated temperature year round to avoid dramatic swings in heat or cold that could affect the goods you are storing. In addition to regulating the temperature, the more typical climate controlled unit today also manages the humidity. An overabundance of humidity (moisture) can promote the growth of mold and mildew or cause warping in an unregulated environment. Conversely, a lack of humidity (dryness) can also affect items negatively by causing splitting, cracking or peeling.

Climate controlled storage can prevent damage to fine furniture, fabrics, sensitive electronics, artwork and many other valuables. Scorching hot summers and bitter cold winters can leave their evidence on even the sturdiest of items. As I mentioned earlier, you must assess the level of risk you are willing to take based on what you will be storing, the climate you will be storing in, and the length of time your goods will be in storage.

Remember, facilities that offer climate control do charge a premium for this type of unit; however, it can be well worth the additional cost, depending on the nature of the goods you intend to store. Discuss your needs with the Facility Manager prior to your rental. They are storage specialists who can offer expert advice and will be able to answer specific questions to assist you in your decision making process.



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Saturday, January 19, 2013

January Move-In Special!

 

RING IN THE NEW YEAR

MOVE IN SPECIAL

$39.95 First Month

(and not a penny more)

moves you into any size unit!

 
This price includes a one-time Admin Fee and

$2000 of insurance coverage for your stored goods!

 

 

RESTRICTIONS: Must be new customer to American Classic Self Storage.