Shipping Containers

The Right Container for the Right Job

Matching the Right Container to the Right Job

Choosing a shipping container isn't just about selecting a box; it's about finding the right tool for your project. The ideal fit depends on the job, your budget, and your specific needs. This guide will walk you through the options to help you find the perfect match.

Step 1: Choose Your Size

The versatile champion, our 20ft container, is the most popular choice for a reason. It fits in a standard parking space, making it a convenient and efficient option for most properties. The High Cube model offers an extra foot of vertical clearance.

20ft & 20ft High Cube Containers
40ft & 40ft High Cube Containers

When your project demands serious volume, the 40ft container provides double the space. For maximum capacity, the High Cube model offers an extra foot of vertical clearance.

Ideal for:
Ideal for:

Residential storage, a secure personal workshop, or extra material space on a construction site.

Storing commercial inventory, large equipment and vehicles, or serving as the foundation for a major conversion project.

Step 2: Select the Right Condition
One-Trip Containers (Like-New)

This is your best bet when a clean, professional appearance is a top priority. As our most pristine option, these containers have only made a single journey from the factory and are perfect for public-facing or residential applications.

Retail pop-up shops, tiny home builds, home offices, or any project where a flawless finish is essential.

Cargo-Worthy Containers (Used Workhorses)

A rugged and budget-friendly workhorse. These used containers are retired veterans of the shipping fleet, guaranteed to be wind and watertight. They have proven their durability on the open sea and offer unbeatable value.

Tough, functional storage on farms, ranches, or industrial sites where performance matters more than paint.

Step 3: Consider Specialty Containers
Insulated Reefer Containers

Originally refrigerated, these working or non-working reefers offer superior insulation. They are perfect for any application where you need to minimize temperature fluctuations.

Ideal for:
Ideal for:
Ideal for:
Ideal for:

Walk-in coolers (with your own A/C), climate-controlled workshops, or storage for sensitive items like food and floral inventory.

Flat Rack Containers

Built for the heaviest and most oversized loads, flat racks are a heavy-duty platform without walls.

Transporting oversized machinery, vehicles, or large construction materials. They also make great bridges on rural private property.

Whether you need a storage container in Houston or a specialized unit delivered across Texas, there’s a perfect solution. It all comes down to matching the right container to your specific job.
A row of colorful shipping containers stacked at a port.A row of colorful shipping containers stacked at a port.
20ft Shipping Containers

Durable and ready for delivery. Prefect for small areas

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A well-maintained reefer container at a loading dock.A well-maintained reefer container at a loading dock.
40ft Shipping Containers

Spacious and versatile for various needs.

20ft & 40ft Reefer Containers

Ideal for temperature-sensitive goods.

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20ft & 40ft Flat Racks

Perfect for oversized cargo transport.

Modified Container

Custom-built for your specific needs.

Container Accessories

Field-tested gear for enhanced functionality.

Shipping Container Selection