Military life moves on someone else's schedule, and your storage should keep up. b.Mac's Self Storage gives service members and military families across the Des Moines metro a secure, flexible place to keep their belongings during a PCS, a deployment, or a drill weekend, with month-to-month leases, no deposits, and no long-term commitment to work around your orders.
A Short Drive from Camp Dodge
b.Mac's sits at 5652 NW 2nd Street off Highway 415, a quick trip from Camp Dodge and the Iowa National Guard's Johnston campus, and close to Ankeny, Johnston, and Urbandale. Whether you are reporting for annual training, heading out on deployment, or relocating into the area on new orders, the facility is easy to reach off the Interstate 80/35 corridor and easy to get in and out of, with wide drive lanes built for pickups, trailers, and moving trucks. For members stationed at Camp Dodge or living on the north side of the metro, it keeps a full base-to-storage round trip short on the days you have the least time to spare.
Storage That Fits the Way Orders Work
Orders change, and flexible terms matter more than anything else. Every unit at b.Mac's is month-to-month with no deposit required, so you pay for the time you actually need and nothing more. If a deployment gets extended or a move gets pushed, you are not fighting a lease to make it work. Ground-floor units with drive-up and interior access make loading fast when you are on a deadline, and contactless rental through the on-site kiosk means you can set up your unit or move in on your own schedule, including outside normal office hours. Online bill pay and autopay keep the account running while you are away, so a unit is never at risk because you could not get to a computer.
For gear and furniture that has to sit through an Iowa summer and a Des Moines winter, climate-controlled units hold a steady temperature year-round, which protects wood furniture, electronics, uniforms, and anything else that does not do well with heat, cold, or humidity. If you expect to be gone for a full deployment cycle, it is worth reading how long-term storage works here, since the same flexible terms apply whether you store for two months or two years.
Room for Vehicles, Too
A second vehicle sitting outside for months is a common headache before a deployment. b.Mac's offers enclosed, drive-up vehicle storage for cars, trucks, and trailers, with roll-up doors, power availability on select units, and video surveillance throughout. It is a secure place to leave a daily driver, a project truck, or a boat while you are away, rather than leaving it on the street or asking family to keep an eye on it.
Secure While You Are Away
When you are deployed or training, peace of mind comes first. The property features gated keypad entry, recorded video surveillance, bright LED lighting across the aisles and buildings, and disc locks on the units. Every building is ground level, so there are no elevators or shared hallways between you and your unit. For members who need it, 24/7 access is available upon approval. Not sure what size you need before a move? The size guide walks through what fits in each unit so you can book the right space the first time, and you can always start at a Des Moines storage unit and adjust as your plans firm up.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do you offer a military discount?
Contact b.Mac's directly at (515) 505-2302 for current move-in specials and options available to service members.
Can I store my car or truck during a deployment?
Yes. Enclosed, drive-up vehicle units are available for cars, trucks, and trailers, with video surveillance and roll-up door access.
What happens if my orders change and I need to leave early?
Leases are month-to-month with no long-term commitment, so you are never locked in if your timeline shifts.
Can someone else access my unit while I am deployed?
Contact the office to arrange authorized access before you leave so a spouse or family member can get in if needed.
Reserve Military Storage in Des Moines
Getting ready for a move or a deployment? Reserve your unit online in minutes, or call (515) 505-2302 to find the right fit for your orders.