The cold winter months are well upon us and won’t be going away any time soon. It is important to know what items you have in your home or out in your garage/shed need a proper storage unit at Elite Storage in Lafayette, CO. Listed below are some of the items you should consider placing in a storage unit at our facility. We even have the option of temperature controlled units to protect your fragile items.   During the cold winter months there are a variety of items in your home that you won’t be using for some time. Instead of having them take up much needed storage space, you can easily place them in a storage unit. Listed below are the items you might want to consider placing in your unit for the next few months.   Summer clothing – In a small living space, it can make a…

You may not know it, but there are some items that you are planning to place in storage that need special care and a temperature controlled storage unit at Elite Storage in Lafayette. Listed below are some of the items that need temperature controlled storage to ensure their integrity during their stay.   Wooden Furniture When exposed to too much moisture over time, wood can crack, warp, or rot. For anyone storing wooden furniture like bed frames, tables and chairs, end tables, nightstands, dressers, entertainment centers, and more, this makes having temperature-controlled storage absolutely necessary. Having a temperature controlled storage unit can help you in controlling the humidity of the unit by keeping a constant and regulated temperature at all times.   Household Appliances Washers and dryers, dishwashers, ovens, microwaves, and refrigerators all need climate-controlled storage in regions that experience extreme heat or cold. That’s because climate control protects electronic…

If you are like most commuters, you will be swapping out your standard road tires for some snow tires on your vehicle this winter. Now you are faced with the task of what to do with your standard tires over the next few months. A storage unit at Elite Storage in Lafayette is the perfect solution. We have gathered some storage tips for you to try when it comes to keeping your vehicles tires safe throughout the cold winter months.   Clean them Thoroughly You probably never thought about actually cleaning your vehicles tires before placing them in storage. During normal use, tires accumulate brake dust, dirt, and road grime, and all that gunk can cause tire damage if it sits on your tires for a long time. Use soap, water, and a tire brush to clean your tires. If the tires are still mounted on the rims, it’s also…

The holidays are fast approaching which means you need to make some preparations to your home for all of your friends and family. An important concept to think about is there safety. Winter weather can add a lot of hazards in your home. So taking the necessary steps to safety proof every aspect of your home before the holidays is wise. We at Elite Storage in Lafayette, CO have gathered some safety tips for you to implement in your home this holiday season.   Clean your Cooking Appliances With the amount of food you will be cooking this holiday season you will want to make sure your appliances are clean and ready to go. Thoroughly wipe out the interiors and your microwave and oven. Take out and clean anything you can. Make sure air vents are clean from dust and food debris. While you are at it you will also…