Frequently Asked Questions
- How much space is required for delivery?
- How is the storage container delivered?
- Is any site preparation necessary?
- How long will delivery take from the time of order?
- What type of payment is required upon delivery?
- What type of modifications can you do to the storage units?
- What if I want shelving?
- How is my lock protected?
- How far will you deliver?
- Are the storage containers weatherproof?
- What if my container needs repair?
- What color are the storage containers?
The amount of space required is minimal. For 20' and 28' storage containers, you will need approximately 55 feet of straight-line clearance. For a 40' storage container, you will need approximately 100 feet of straight clearance. The width requirement is approximately 10 feet for all storage containers.
We deliver the storage containers to your site using a tilt-bed trailer. The trailer is separate from the tractor. The driver will back in to the area, raise his trailer up approximately 15 feet in the air, then the container will slide off the back of the trailer onto the ground. The driver will need to pull straight out from under the container.
The only thing you need to worry about is that the surface is fairly level, smooth, and firm. We can deliver on dirt as long as it is not too soft. We can also deliver on cement, pavement, asphalt, gravel or grass.
Normal delivery time can be as quick as two to five days providing you are not having any modifications done to the unit. If you need something sooner, we will do our best to accommodate your schedule.
For rentals, we collect the first month's rent, plus delivery and pickup fees. For purchase, we collect the total sales price including delivery charge and sales tax. We accept personal or business checks, cash, Visa, American Express, Discover and Mastercard.
We can complete a variety of modifications including: adding extra doors, turbine vents, shelving holes or partitions, as well as cut containers down to custom sizes and cut spaces into the containers for windows, doors or other specific requests. However, some modifications may only be available for purchase orders only.
We can install flanges (shelf supports) to the storage units upon request. Flanges are threaded for 1" piping. The customer is responsible for his or her own piping and shelving.
All of our refurbished storage containers come equipped with a steel lock box welded to the outside of the unit. The lock box encloses, conceals and protects your lock from being tampered with.
We have Portable Storage locations in Southern and Northern California, Arizona and Minnesota. Please contact the location nearest you for more detailed information on storage container deliveries.
Yes. We water-test all of our storage containers before they leave our delivery yard to be sure they do not leak. The containers are completely enclosed and will keep wind and rain out so your contents stay dry and secure.
Portable Storage Corp. will maintain the unit throughout the term of the rental period. If you need maintenance, simply give us a call and we will come out promptly. Regular maintenance repairs are free of charge.
The containers are painted a neutral, beige color to blend in with your surroundings. We can also paint the units white or gray upon special request. Additionally, if you are purchasing the unit and require a specific color to match your building, you may provide the paint and we will paint that color.
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