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Buy or rent at the world's largest new & used shipping container marketplace.
Nov 9, 2026
How to Insulate a Shipping Container
Closed-cell spray foam, rigid panels, and batt insulation compared — how climate, condensation, and interior width decide which method fits your container.
Nov 9, 2026
Shipping Container Weights & Specs: Tare, Payload and Max Gross
An empty 20ft container weighs about 4,900 lb and a 40ft about 8,300 lb; both share a 67,200 lb maximum gross rating.
Nov 9, 2026
Shipping Container Modifications: Doors, Windows, Power and More
Man doors, windows, vents, electrical, HVAC and shelving — the common container mods, why cut openings need reinforcement, and why one-trip boxes convert best.
Nov 9, 2026
Shipping Container Site Prep & Foundations: Gravel, Piers or Slab?
Most containers only need a compacted gravel pad — here is when railroad ties, concrete piers or a full slab earn their extra cost.
Nov 9, 2026
Container Cafes, Shops and Retail Builds: What It Really Takes
Why cafes and shops build in containers, the realistic one-trip-plus-contractor build path, and the permit and utility work that decides the timeline.
Nov 9, 2026
Do You Need a Permit for a Shipping Container?
Temporary container storage often needs no permit; permanence, residential zoning, modifications and occupancy are the usual triggers. Always verify locally.
Nov 9, 2026
Shipping Container Scams: 7 Red Flags Before You Pay
Too-cheap listings, fake yards, pressure deposits, and untraceable payments — the seven warning signs of container fraud and how to buy safely.
Nov 9, 2026
Shipping Container Maintenance: Rust, Roof Care and Repairs
Two inspections a year keep a container healthy: treat surface rust early, keep the roof clear, grease hinges, and check door gaskets.
Nov 9, 2026
Used Shipping Container Inspection Checklist (20 Points)
A 20-point walkthrough of floors, doors, gaskets, roof, castings, and CSC plate — what good looks like and which flaws should kill the deal.
Nov 9, 2026
Can Shipping Containers Handle Hurricanes and Heavy Snow?
Containers are built for ocean storms — here's the honest view of corner-post strength, roof point loads, wind behavior when empty, and anchoring options.
Nov 9, 2026
Buying Shipping Containers in Bulk: Fleet and Multi-Site Orders
How fleet buyers order containers at volume: mixed condition grades, multi-depot delivery scheduling, inspection specs, and one contact for the whole order.
Nov 9, 2026
How Many Pallets Fit in a Shipping Container?
GMA pallet math for every container size: about 10 pallets in a 20ft, 20–21 in a 40ft, plus loading patterns that add more.
Nov 9, 2026
Shipping Containers for Farms and Ranches
Rodent-resistant, lockable steel storage for feed, seed, chemicals and equipment — which container sizes fit which farm jobs, and how to place one right.
Nov 9, 2026
The Hidden Costs of Buying a Shipping Container
The container is just the start: delivery distance, site prep, permits, modifications and upkeep decide what the project really costs.
Nov 9, 2026
45ft and 53ft Shipping Containers Explained
Both run high-cube height: the 45ft adds length for ocean freight, while the 53ft is a wider domestic intermodal box with huge capacity.
Nov 9, 2026
Shipping Container Security: Lockboxes, Puck Locks and Alarms
A padlock inside a welded lockbox or a puck lock defeats bolt cutters; jobsites should layer locks with alarms and lighting.
Nov 9, 2026
Specialty Shipping Containers: Open-Top, Flat-Rack, Side-Opening and More
Open-top, flat-rack, open-side, double-door, refrigerated and insulated containers explained — what each type does and which jobs actually need one.
Nov 9, 2026
Shipping Containers for Construction Job Sites
Tool cribs that cut theft, the rent-vs-buy math for repeat jobs, office-storage combos, and moving containers between sites in days.
Nov 9, 2026
What Are Shipping Containers Made Of? Corten Steel and Container Anatomy
Corten weathering steel, cast corner blocks, marine plywood floors and gasketed doors — the anatomy that lets a container outlast almost any shed.
Nov 9, 2026
Shipping Container vs Shed vs Pole Barn vs PODS: Which Storage Wins?
An honest durability, security, portability and permit comparison of containers, sheds, pole barns and mobile pods — including where containers genuinely lose.
Nov 9, 2026
Financing a Shipping Container: Loans, Rent-to-Own and Section 179
Equipment loans, rent-to-own, and leasing compared for businesses and homeowners, plus how Section 179 can apply to business container purchases.
Nov 9, 2026
Can You Stack Shipping Containers? How to Do It Safely
Containers stack through their corner castings — here are the twist-lock, foundation, and alignment rules that make two or three high safe on land.
Nov 9, 2026
How to Move a Shipping Container (Costs and Methods)
Tilt-bed trucks handle most local container moves; flatbeds with cranes or forklifts cover the rest. Distance, size, and access drive the cost.
Nov 9, 2026
Container Rain: Stopping Condensation in a Shipping Container
Container rain is condensation dripping from a cooled steel ceiling; vents, desiccants, insulation and smart packing stop it.
Nov 9, 2026
How Long Do Shipping Containers Last?
Containers serve about 10–12 years at sea, then commonly last another 25-plus years as static storage — grade and site care decide.
Jun 27, 2026
Shipping Container Grades Explained: One-Trip, Cargo-Worthy & Wind-and-Watertight
A clear breakdown of shipping container grades, what condition to expect from each, and which grade to buy for storage, shipping, or modification.
Jun 27, 2026
Are Shipping Container Homes Worth It? Costs, Pros & Cons
An honest look at whether shipping container homes are worth it, weighing real pros, real cons, who they suit, and the cost factors that matter.
Jun 27, 2026
20ft vs 40ft Shipping Container: Which Size Should You Buy?
A practical comparison of 20ft vs 40ft shipping containers covering capacity, the space you need, cost per cubic foot, and the best use case for each.
Jun 27, 2026
Refrigerated vs Insulated Containers: Which Do You Need?
The refrigerated vs insulated container question hinges on whether you need active cooling with power or simply passive temperature buffering for your goods.
Jun 27, 2026
New vs Used Shipping Containers: Which Should You Buy?
A buyer's guide to new vs used shipping containers, comparing one-trip and used grades, cosmetic versus structural condition, cost, and the best fit for each.
Jun 27, 2026
Shipping Container Delivery Explained: Access, Tilt-Bed & What to Expect
Understanding shipping container delivery, including tilt-bed trucks, the access and clearance you need, and how to prepare your site for a smooth drop-off.
Jun 27, 2026
Rent, Buy, or Rent-to-Own a Shipping Container: How to Choose
Deciding whether to rent or buy a shipping container comes down to how long you need it and whether ownership or low monthly payments fit you best.
Jun 27, 2026
What Is a Conex Box? Origins, Uses, and How to Buy One
An explainer on what a conex box is, its military Container Express origins, why conex means shipping container, common uses, and how to buy one.
Jun 27, 2026
Shipping Container Offices: Turning Steel into Workspace
How shipping container offices work, from jobsite to permanent use, including windows, HVAC, insulation, 20' versus 40' sizing, and why one-trip is popular.
Jun 27, 2026
How to Buy a Shipping Container: A Step-by-Step Buyer's Guide
A step-by-step guide on how to buy a shipping container, from choosing size and grade to picking buy, rent, or rent-to-own and confirming delivery access.
Jun 27, 2026
Shipping Container Doors Explained: Double-Door, Roll-Up & Side-Opening
A buyer's guide to shipping container door types, including the popular shipping container with roll up door, and how to match each to your access needs.
Jun 27, 2026
Shipping Container Homes: A Complete Guide to Building One
A practical guide to shipping container homes, covering why people build them, layout options, container sizes, insulation, and where the project starts.
Jun 27, 2026
Shipping Container Garages: Sizes, Layouts & How to Build One
A guide to shipping container garages, covering single versus double layouts, door options, what size fits a vehicle, and site and slab prep.
Jun 27, 2026
Shipping Container Pools: How They Work, Costs & Considerations
Everything to know about a shipping container pool, including sizes, above versus in-ground options, structural and liner notes, and how delivery works.