Some things need to be kept for a season, and some need to be kept for years. When you are storing for the long haul, what matters is protection over time, a rate that does not punish you for staying, and an account that runs itself. b.Mac's Self Storage offers long-term storage in the Des Moines metro with climate-controlled units, month-to-month terms, and autopay, so you can store and stop thinking about it.
When Long-Term Storage Makes Sense
Plenty of situations call for keeping belongings put away for a long stretch. Snowbirds who spend winters south leave furniture and vehicles behind for months at a time. Deployed service members and traveling workers store a household while they are away. Families settling an estate or downsizing a parent's home often need a place to hold belongings for a year or more while they sort things out. And homeowners in the middle of a long renovation, or between selling one home and building another, need somewhere dependable to keep a full household in the meantime. b.Mac's is set up for all of it, with ground-floor, drive-up and interior units at 5652 NW 2nd Street off Highway 415, minutes from Ankeny, Johnston, and Urbandale.
Protection That Holds Up Over Iowa Seasons
The longer something sits in storage, the more the environment matters. A single Iowa summer of heat and humidity followed by a hard winter can damage furniture, electronics, documents, and keepsakes that would have been fine for a few weeks. For anything you are keeping long term, climate-controlled units hold a steady temperature year-round, which is the difference between belongings that come out in good shape after two years and ones that do not. Dehumidified and heated options add another layer of protection for sensitive items. For durable goods, tools, and vehicles that do not need a controlled climate, standard drive-up units keep costs down over a long stay.
Set It and Forget It
The best long-term storage is the kind you never have to think about. b.Mac's rentals are month-to-month, so there is no long contract to sign and no penalty for keeping a unit as long as you need it, but the terms stay flexible if your plans change. Online bill pay and autopay keep the account current automatically, which matters when you are traveling, deployed, or simply busy, and contactless access through the kiosk means you can get in whenever you need something without coordinating around office hours. If your situation is shorter than you expected, it is easy to switch thinking to short-term storage, since both run on the same no-commitment terms. Use the size guide to pick a unit that fits everything you are storing, so you are not paying month after month for space you do not use.
Secure for the Long Haul
Belongings you are keeping for years deserve a facility that protects them. b.Mac's features gated keypad entry, recorded video surveillance, LED lighting, disc locks, and all ground-level buildings with no shared hallways. It holds a 4.7-star rating across 56 Google reviews, the strongest reputation in the north-side corridor, which is worth something when you are trusting a facility with your things for the long term. Ready to store for the long haul? Start with a Des Moines storage unit.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is there a discount for storing long term?
Rentals are month-to-month. Contact b.Mac's at (515) 505-2302 for current rates and any extended-stay specials.
Will my rate go up the longer I stay?
Contact the office for current rate details. Leases are month-to-month with no penalty for staying as long as you need.
What is the best unit type for long-term storage?
Climate-controlled units are best for furniture, electronics, documents, and keepsakes kept over multiple seasons.
How do I pay if I am traveling or deployed?
Online bill pay and autopay keep the account current automatically, with no need to visit in person.
Reserve Long-Term Storage in Des Moines
Storing for months or years? Reserve a long-term unit online or call (515) 505-2302 to set up autopay.