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Storage Containers

Explore our selection of storage containers for sale, offering secure, durable, and versatile storage solutions for residential, commercial, and industrial applications. From standard shipping containers and portable storage units to high-cube containers and specialized storage containers, find options in different sizes to accommodate your storage needs. Whether you need extra space for inventory, equipment, tools, construction materials, or personal belongings, our storage containers provide a practical and reliable solution.

Available storage containers(107)

Secure, Weatherproof Storage You Own

Storage containers offer a simple alternative to renting a storage unit or building a shed. A steel shipping container arrives ready to use, locks tightly, resists weather and pests, and stays on your property so you can reach your belongings whenever you need them. Homeowners, farms, contractors, schools, churches, and businesses of every size use them for long-term or seasonal storage.

Picking the Right Size

Start with what you need to store and the space you have available. Common lengths include:

  • 10ft: approximately 70 square feet, suited to garage overflow or a tool lockup
  • 20ft: approximately 150 square feet, enough for a household or a small business's stock
  • 40ft: approximately 300 square feet, for bulk materials, vehicles, or large inventory

High cube versions add roughly a foot of height, useful if you plan to install shelving or store tall items. When in doubt, many buyers size up slightly, since storage needs tend to grow.

Which Condition Works for Storage

For ground-level storage, a wind and watertight container is a popular choice. It is a used unit that keeps out rain and wind but may show dents, faded paint, and surface rust. If the container will sit in a visible spot, such as a storefront lot or front yard, a new or one-trip unit offers a cleaner look. Cargo-worthy units fall between the two and are structurally sound enough for shipping. As-is containers may carry more wear and are best for buyers comfortable evaluating the unit themselves.

Keeping Your Belongings in Good Shape

Steel containers can build condensation when temperatures swing between day and night. A few steps help protect what is inside:

Add vents to improve air circulation, and keep items off the floor on pallets or shelving. Moisture absorbers help in humid climates. Store items away from the walls so air can move around them, and use a lock box to shield your padlock from bolt cutters.

Getting a Storage Container Delivered

Prepare a level, firm, well-drained spot, with blocks, railroad ties, or gravel under the corners. Tilt-bed delivery requires a clear, straight path for the truck plus overhead clearance free of wires and limbs.

The storage containers on this page are units we currently have available. Choose the one that fits, place your order online, and our team will confirm availability, final price, tax, and delivery before you pay. Check zoning and HOA rules for your property in advance.

Storage Containers FAQs

Is buying a storage container better than renting a storage unit?

For many people, owning a container makes sense when storage is needed for more than a short period. You avoid recurring rental fees, and the container sits on your property, so you can access it any time without driving to a facility. Compare the purchase cost to what you would pay in rent over your expected storage period.

How do I prevent moisture inside a storage container?

Condensation forms when warm, humid air meets cool steel. Installing vents improves airflow, and moisture absorbers help in damp climates. Keep items on pallets or shelving rather than directly on the floor, leave space along the walls, and make sure the container sits on a well-drained base so ground moisture stays away.

Are storage containers secure against theft?

Steel shipping containers are designed to protect cargo at sea, so they are far more robust than most sheds. Security improves further with a lock box, which covers the padlock and makes cutting it much harder. Placing the container in a visible, well-lit area and adding a quality padlock also helps deter tampering.

Which size storage container should I buy?

Consider both what you are storing and where the container will go. A 10ft unit handles garage overflow, a 20ft unit typically holds a household's contents, and a 40ft unit suits bulk or commercial storage. Measure your site and delivery path too, since longer containers need more room to unload.

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