Moving Containers for Moving and Portable Storage
Whether you're planning a move, remodeling your home or simply de-cluttering, the latest trend in moving and storage - moving containers - is a versatile option worth considering.
Portable moving and storage containers are perfect for do-it-yourself movers and anyone needing short- or long-term storage, whether before, during or after a move.
Moving Containers Vs.
Renting a Truck The major difference between portable moving containers and renting a truck is convenience.
When you rent a moving truck, you have to drive to the truck rental company, drive your truck home, find a location to park it, and then maneuver it into position to begin loading your belongings.
This can be difficult, as just the task of driving a large moving truck can be daunting for some people.
Portable containers, however, could not be simpler.
The moving container company will deliver your container right to your home and leave it where you need it - whether in your driveway or on the street.
You can keep the container as long as you need while loading your belongings, and when you're done, the company will return, load up the container and either store it for you, or deliver it to your new home for unloading.
What to Look for in a Moving Container There are several companies out there, so do some homework and choose a company with a good reputation for quality and trust.
In terms of the containers themselves, quality can vary tremendously.
Before signing a contract or making any payments, check to see whether your container will offer: - Sturdy, solid construction that will adequately protect your belongings from theft or the elements - Smooth interior walls that will not tear or damage your belongings - Strong tie-down rings located strategically throughout the container to help you secure your things - for an extra measure of security - A translucent roof to allow light into the container - so you can see what you're doing when loading - Security - solid construction and the ability to use more than one lock Packing and Loading Services Something else to check on when looking at portable moving containers, is packing and loading services.
Most moving container companies do not offer these services, but if you need help packing your belongings and getting them loaded into (and out of) your container, make sure you find a company that can safely provide these services.
Portable moving and storage containers are perfect for do-it-yourself movers and anyone needing short- or long-term storage, whether before, during or after a move.
Moving Containers Vs.
Renting a Truck The major difference between portable moving containers and renting a truck is convenience.
When you rent a moving truck, you have to drive to the truck rental company, drive your truck home, find a location to park it, and then maneuver it into position to begin loading your belongings.
This can be difficult, as just the task of driving a large moving truck can be daunting for some people.
Portable containers, however, could not be simpler.
The moving container company will deliver your container right to your home and leave it where you need it - whether in your driveway or on the street.
You can keep the container as long as you need while loading your belongings, and when you're done, the company will return, load up the container and either store it for you, or deliver it to your new home for unloading.
What to Look for in a Moving Container There are several companies out there, so do some homework and choose a company with a good reputation for quality and trust.
In terms of the containers themselves, quality can vary tremendously.
Before signing a contract or making any payments, check to see whether your container will offer: - Sturdy, solid construction that will adequately protect your belongings from theft or the elements - Smooth interior walls that will not tear or damage your belongings - Strong tie-down rings located strategically throughout the container to help you secure your things - for an extra measure of security - A translucent roof to allow light into the container - so you can see what you're doing when loading - Security - solid construction and the ability to use more than one lock Packing and Loading Services Something else to check on when looking at portable moving containers, is packing and loading services.
Most moving container companies do not offer these services, but if you need help packing your belongings and getting them loaded into (and out of) your container, make sure you find a company that can safely provide these services.