While Dubai is known for its skyscrapers and luxury lifestyle, most UAE residents know the Dubai summers are no joke as temperatures reach up-to 50C.
Self-storage offers great flexibility storage options for both short and long-term needs, but certain items shouldn’t be stored in self-storage during summer.
With that said, many of these items can still be safely stored if you choose a self-storage facility like Storall LLC, which offers climate-controlled units that can handle Dubai’s extreme summer.
Before you pack up your items for storage, here are 5 things you should avoid storing in your storage unit or consider a temperature controlled storage during the hotter months.
Electronics & Batteries
Most electronic items are sensitive to heat damage. Devices such as laptops with batteries, cameras and mobile phones can get damaged. Lithium batteries may even leak, posing a fire hazard in extreme heat.
Pro Tip: Opt for Storall LLC advanced climate-controlled units to protect electronics from heat and humidity with the 24/7 air conditioning and ventilation systems.
Cleaning supplies and Chemicals
Cleaning supplies contain a lot of chemicals which can expand, leak or break down under heat causing different kinds of
chemical reactions. These can be dangerous in a hot and humid environment.
How to Store: Choose a storage like Storall LLC that has proper ventilated and temperature-controlled storage to store your cleaning supplies.
Food or Perishables
This might be obvious, but many people assume that it is fine to store canned foods or other packaged foods. However, even non-perishable items like canned food can develop mold or harmful bacteria when stored in hot and humid conditions. Any kind of food shouldn’t be kept in a self-storage unit.
Pro Tip: If you’re moving or traveling, try to finish or donate food before storing the rest of your belongings.
Makeup & Personal Care Items
Many personal care items are temperature sensitive and not suitable as a self-storage item. They can melt, spoil or be even harmful for use if stored in hot conditions. These are your skincare items and should be kept away from heat and the same goes for perfumes.
How to Store: Storall’s AC Storage units, provide a safe and secure environment for temperature-sensitive items such as beauty cosmetics, and personal care products. Ideal for those travelling and want to preserve high-value self-care items.
Hazardous Materials
Another obvious item that shouldn’t be stored in self-storage, but you’d be surprised how many people consider flammable items as safe.
Your electric bike with a huge lithium battery is one of them. Gasoline, chemicals, cleaners, and anything with flammable components should never be stored in a hot self-storage unit.
Note: All self-storage are prohibited to store dangerous goods and hazardous materials in line with the global safety standards.
Conclusion
Self-storage can be a great storage solution, especially in summer when you’re moving, decluttering or just renovating. With these points in mind and a moving checklist, you can make the entire process smooth & stress-free.
Storall LLC climate-controlled storage options allows you to store a wide range of items from electronics to personal care and temperature sensitive items safely and stress-free during summer.
By avoiding these five item categories, you’ll store more safely and make the most out of your personal storage unit.
Finding the Right Storage Unit for Summer?
Storall LLC is your reliable, reputable, and affordable Self-Storage company in Dubai. No hidden charges, no hidden contracts, and complete transparency when it comes to self-storage solutions. Our climate-controlled storage units in Dubai can store a wider range of items than a conventional self-storage in Dubai. Get in touch today to get started.
