Francis E. Warren AFB in Cheyenne: What Every Service Member Needs to Know About PCS Moves

PCS orders hit different when you've got a family and a house full of stuff. You're looking at moving costs that eat into the relocation allowance, finding housing you haven't even seen yet, and figuring out how to transport everything across the country. Sound familiar?

Here's the thing: You don't have to do it all at once. Storage is a game changer for military families, and honestly, more people should know about it.

We work with service members and families constantly at All-Rite Storage in Cheyenne. Most people come in thinking they need to move everything immediately. Then they realize storage buys them time to actually figure out their new situation instead of making rushed decisions.

Why Storage Actually Saves You Money on PCS Moves

Let's be real. PCS moves are expensive. Movers quote you numbers that make your eyes water. Extended hotel stays while you hunt for housing? Another hit to the budget. Then there's the scramble to buy furniture you'll probably regret once you see your new place.

Storage costs a fraction of what you'll spend on moving companies or temporary housing. You load your own stuff, keep it safe, and move things on your timeline. No rush fees. No "gotta do this by Friday" panic moves.

The Real Situations Where Storage Works

1. Waiting for Base Housing: Your orders say you're moving to a new base, but there's a 2 to 3 month wait for housing. Are you really going to live out of a hotel with your family? Store your stuff instead. Live somewhere small and affordable, then move everything into your house when housing opens up.
2. Your Family Stays Behind: Maybe you're deploying or getting stationed somewhere remote temporarily. Your spouse and kids stay in the current house while you're gone. Instead of keeping a second residence, store your personal stuff and live lean. Your family doesn't need extra clutter. You get a secure place for your gear.
3. Contractor or TDY Work: You're in Cheyenne near Francis AFB for a 6-month assignment. You don't want to haul all your household goods for a temporary gig. Storage keeps everything safe and lets you live light.
4. The Move Is Complicated: Maybe you're buying a house that closes late. Maybe the seller needs extra time. Storage gives you flexibility instead of forcing a rushed move or expensive bridge housing.

What Makes All-Rite Storage Work for Military Families

Digital Locks: No keys to lose or fumble with. You use a code or app. If your spouse or family needs to grab something while you're deployed, they can access it. No hassle.

Drive-Up Access: Load and unload straight from your car. No carrying boxes down hallways. No shared corridors. Privacy and convenience.

24/7 Access: Early morning? Midnight? Doesn't matter. You access your unit whenever you need it. No "office hours" getting in your way.

Month-to-Month, No Long Contracts: This is huge for military families. Your timeline might change. Orders get pushed, housing falls through, and family situations shift. You're not locked into a year-long contract. You can end or extend month by month based on what actually happens.

Near Francis AFB and I-25: Location matters. We're at 3204 Terry Road, close to the base and close to major routes. Easy to access without a detour.

Location and Logistics

Cheyenne isn't huge, but if you're stationed here or working near Francis AFB, proximity matters. We're off Terry Road near I-25, so you're not driving across town to grab something. Quick in and out.

What Contractors and Base Workers Store Here Too

You'll see contractors using our units for tool storage and equipment, especially with the data center projects happening in the area. Same logic: Secure, accessible, and flexible month-to-month storage.

Real Talk: How to Actually Use Storage During a PCS

Here's how most military families do it:

1. Get Orders. Start Planning. You know roughly where you're going and when.
2. Pack Non-Essentials. Seasonal stuff, extra furniture, and things you won't need for 2 to 3 months.
3. Rent a Unit. Store those items. It costs way less than storage companies or extended moves.
4. Move Essentials. Take what you need for daily life. Smaller, simpler move. Fewer movers, lower costs.
5. Find Housing. Get Settled. Once you know where you'll actually live, move everything from storage into your new place.

It's not complicated, and it saves thousands compared to moving everything at once.

Affordability for Military Budgets

Storage isn't supposed to be expensive. Our rates are built for people who actually need flexibility, not long-term commitment. We work with military families enough to know: You need affordable and simple.

Getting Started

Call us at (307) 634-7844 and tell us what you're dealing with, whether it's a PCS move, deployment, waiting for housing, or whatever. We'll figure out what size unit you need and get you set up. Or just reserve online whenever.

No contracts. No surprises. Just storage that works for how military life actually happens.