Climate-controlled storage on the Northshore: who has it, and do you need it?
Facility details checked October 20, 2026.
Which Northshore storage facilities have climate control?
Five of the seven in the Northshore storage guide do: Extra Space Storage and Storage Rentals of America list it on every unit, Public Storage on its inside units, and Mandeville Self Storage and Safe-Stor Hwy 190 on some units. They are 6 to 9 miles from central Lacombe, on Gause Blvd W and Northshore Blvd in Slidell and on Florida St in Mandeville. Northshore Secure Storage in Lacombe does not have climate control: every unit is a drive-up unit with a roll-up door, which suits most of what people store.
Where to find climate-controlled storage near Lacombe
Listed by driving distance from central Lacombe.
| Facility | Google rating | From Lacombe | Unit access | Climate control | Drive-up |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Northshore Secure Storage 61864 LA-434 | 5.0 (45 reviews) | 1.9 mi | 24 hours, every day | No | Yes, every unit |
| Month to month, no ID needed, no activation or admin fee. 50% off the first month online | |||||
| Storage Rentals of America 2398 Gause Blvd W, Slidell | 4.1 (93 reviews) | 6.5 mi | Not stated | Yes, every unit listed | Not stated |
| Admin fee, amount not stated. Its page lists this location's office in Bay St. Louis, MS | |||||
| Safe-Stor Hwy 190 809 Florida St, Mandeville | 5.0 (49 reviews) | 6.6 mi | 6am to midnight daily | Yes | Ground-level units |
| On-site manager. Prices not published, call for a rate | |||||
| Extra Space Storage 150 Northshore Blvd, Slidell | 4.9 (740 reviews) | 8.0 mi | 6am to 10pm daily | Yes, every unit listed | None listed (indoor units, covered loading bay) |
| National chain. Indoor, first-floor units. Office closed Sundays. In-store rate higher than its online rate | |||||
| Mandeville Self Storage 2425 Florida St, Mandeville | 4.9 (244 reviews) | 8.4 mi | 6am to 10pm, 24 hours on request | Yes, some units | Yes |
| Staffed office. Valid ID needed to rent | |||||
| Public Storage 1709 Gause Blvd W, Slidell | 4.8 (340 reviews) | 9.1 mi | 6am to 10pm daily (some outside units list 24-hour access) | Yes, inside units | Yes, 10×20 and larger |
| National chain. One-time $29 admin fee. In-store rate higher than its online rate | |||||
Current prices for Northshore Secure Storage are on the prices page. Facility details are from each facility's own website and Google listing, checked October 20, 2026. Details change, so confirm before renting. Sources: Storage Rentals of America; Safe-Stor Hwy 190; Extra Space Storage; Mandeville Self Storage; Public Storage.
Every unit Extra Space and Storage Rentals of America list is climate controlled. Public Storage on Gause Blvd W has climate-controlled inside units, with a one-time $29 admin fee on a new rental. Extra Space and Public Storage are national chains with corporate backing and many locations. Mandeville Self Storage has both kinds, and Safe-Stor Hwy 190 asks callers to ring for prices. From central Lacombe, Storage Rentals of America and Safe-Stor are about 8 minutes by car, Extra Space and Mandeville Self Storage about 11 and Public Storage about 13 (Google Maps). Each one is profiled in the Northshore storage guide.
What is fine without climate control?
Things built for a garage or a shed usually do well in a drive-up unit: tools, lawn and garden equipment, patio furniture, metal and plastic furniture, holiday decorations, sports gear, building materials and household goods packed in plastic tubs. Many people store a whole household this way during a move.
What should go in a climate-controlled unit?
Humidity, more than heat, is what does the damage on the Northshore. Climate control is worth it for wood antiques and fine furniture stored for a long stretch, electronics, photographs, important papers, artwork, musical instruments, vinyl records, leather and anything that could not be replaced.
Tips for a regular unit
Raise things off the floor on pallets or boards. Pack in plastic tubs rather than cardboard. Cover furniture with breathable cloth, not plastic sheeting, which traps moisture. Leave a little space between boxes and the walls so air can move, and put a moisture absorber or two inside. Check on the unit now and then; at Northshore Secure Storage units can be reached 24 hours a day.
Current prices at Northshore Secure Storage
| Size | Area | Online price, as of October 20, 2026 |
|---|---|---|
| 5×10 | 50 sq ft | $22 first month, then $44/mo |
| 10×10 | 100 sq ft | $25 first month, then $49/mo |
| 10×15 | 150 sq ft | $35 first month, then $69/mo |
| 10×20 | 200 sq ft | $55 first month, then $109/mo |
Prices come from Northshore Secure Storage's booking system and update each time this page is built. See every unit and rent online.
Questions people ask
- Does Northshore Secure Storage have climate-controlled or temperature-controlled storage?
- No. Northshore Secure Storage in Lacombe has drive-up units without climate control. Extra Space Storage, Storage Rentals of America and Public Storage in Slidell, and Mandeville Self Storage and Safe-Stor in Mandeville, all have climate-controlled units.
- Do I need climate-controlled storage in Louisiana?
- Not for everything. Tools, outdoor furniture, holiday decorations and household goods packed in plastic tubs usually do well in a regular drive-up unit. Wood antiques, electronics, photos, documents and instruments are better in a climate-controlled unit, because of the humidity.
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