Condition is part of the value
Inspect doors, seals, locking gear, roof line, corner posts, floor and visible repairs. The cheapest box can become expensive when it needs floor work, door repair or weatherproofing before it can protect inventory.
Quote the delivered container
Ask for the container, transport and placement assumptions in writing. Delivery access can matter as much as the unit itself; review delivery-space requirements before the truck is dispatched.
Buy for the actual use
A standard dry container may suit tools and boxed inventory, while sensitive contents can require ventilation, insulation or a different specification. The purchase guide helps organize those decisions.
Put these details in the request:
- New, one-trip or used condition
- Standard or high-cube height
- Doors, vents and approved modifications
- Freight and placement conditions