However, this isnt always a good idea.

Extreme temperatures can cause batteries to leak or lose their charge.

These items can be damaged by moisture and temperature changes.

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Paint cans left outside can rust, and the paint can spoil from temperature extremes.

This also applies to wood stains, which can become damaged from heat.

Insects such assilverfishfeast on paper.

Rodents are probably the last thing you want to deal with in your garage or shed.

But food needs to be stored inside.

The heat can cause canned food to spoil before the expiration date or even freeze during the colder months.

If these things go bad, you dont end up saving money after all.

Water Bottles

Cases of water can take up a lot of space.

So you might be tempted to stack a few in your garage, but this isnt a smart move.

Yes, even BPA-free water bottles are made with other chemicals.

So make some room in your pantry or invest in a water filter instead.