Buy – Rent Shipping Containers Cary, NC
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Find steel shipping containers in Cary, NC, ranging from 6 feet to 45 feet in length. Buy or rent conex boxes from local suppliers offering fast onsite delivery, financing, and much more. Reach out to these local suppliers directly, or request quotes and we’ll get you pricing from Conex Box dealers near you.
Dey Airfreight INC
501 Pinner Weald Way, Cary, NC 27513
Gkris Services Inc
1204 Village Market Pl, Morrisville, NC 27560
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Cary, NC 27513
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Cost of Steel Shipping Containers in Cary, NC
Perhaps your business needs a short-term storage solution, or you’re not ready to invest in purchasing a metal shipping container. If this is the case, then renting is a great option.
If a 10′ or 20′ storage container best fits your needs, expect to pay about $140 a month. For a 40′ container, you’ll pay closer to $190 a month. Buying a metal shipping container in Cary will run you between $1,956 – $10,220.
That purchase range is wide because it spans every condition grade and size. The section below explains what actually moves the number, so you can tell whether a Cary quote is fair before you commit.
Container Condition Grades — What You’re Actually Paying For
Two 20-foot containers in Cary can differ by thousands of dollars and look almost identical in a photo. The difference is the grade:
One-trip (often sold as “new”). Manufactured overseas and used for a single loaded voyage. Minimal wear, doors seal cleanly, paint is intact. The most expensive option and the one to choose if appearance matters — a customer-facing site, an office conversion, or anything you plan to modify.
Cargo-worthy (CW). Certified structurally sound for international shipping. Surface rust and cosmetic dents are normal; the structure and seals are not compromised. This is the value sweet spot for most buyers who do not need showroom condition.
Wind and watertight (WWT). No longer certified for ocean freight, but sealed against weather. This is the most common grade for straightforward on-site storage and typically the cheapest unit you can still trust to keep contents dry.
As-is. Sold with known defects, which may include holes, floor damage, or doors that do not seal. Only worth considering if you have inspected it in person and the damage does not matter for your use.
The practical rule: if the container will sit on your property and hold equipment or inventory, wind and watertight is usually sufficient. Pay up for cargo-worthy or one-trip only when appearance, modification, or actual shipping is involved. When you compare Cary quotes, confirm the grade in writing — a price that looks unusually low is often an as-is unit.
Delivery Access in Cary — What Your Site Needs
Most delivery problems are access problems, and they are cheaper to solve before the truck is dispatched than after it arrives.
Containers are usually delivered by tilt-bed truck, which slides the unit off the back while the truck pulls forward. That motion needs a straight, level, unobstructed run — as a working guide, roughly 60 to 80 feet of clearance for a 20-foot container and 100 feet or more for a 40-foot unit, plus about 12 feet of width and 15 or more feet of overhead clearance for the tilt.
Overhead is the constraint people miss most often. Mature tree canopy, low utility lines, and carport or gate structures all block a tilt-bed drop even when the ground path looks fine. Walk the full route, not just the destination.
If the site cannot take a tilt-bed, a crane or a flatbed with a forklift is the alternative. Both work, and both cost more — so it is worth telling your supplier about tight access up front rather than paying a failed-delivery fee and rescheduling. Delivery to outlying Cary zip codes and the surrounding Wake County area may also carry a mileage charge from yards based elsewhere in the Triangle; ask whether the quoted price is delivered or yard pickup.
Site Prep and Placement
A container does not need a concrete pad, but it does need level, firm ground and drainage.
Level the ground first. A container that sits on uneven ground racks slightly out of square, and the first symptom is doors that will not latch cleanly.
Support the corners. Containers carry their load through the four corner castings, not the floor. Concrete blocks, timbers, or railroad ties under the corners keep the frame off wet soil and let air move underneath.
Plan for water. Avoid low spots where water pools. Standing water against the base is what turns surface rust into a real problem over years.
Think about the doors. Position the doors on the higher side if the ground slopes at all, and leave yourself room to swing them fully open — a container placed tight against a fence is a container you will fight with every visit.
Permits and Placement Rules in Cary
North Carolina municipalities commonly regulate shipping containers as accessory structures, and the rules differ by zoning district and by whether the placement is temporary or permanent. Requirements can cover setbacks from property lines, screening, and how long a unit may remain on site.
Because those rules vary and are periodically updated, confirm your specific situation with the Town of Cary Planning Department before a permanent placement, and check your HOA covenants if you are in a neighborhood that has them. A short call before delivery is far cheaper than relocating a 40-foot container after a complaint. Temporary construction-site storage is generally treated differently from a permanent accessory structure, so say which one you intend.
Sizes of Metal Shipping Containers in Cary, NC
Cary metal shipping containers come in a variety of sizes. Smaller conex boxes come in 6′, 8′, 10′, and 16′ sizes. Medium size metal storage containers range from 20′ to 30′, while large conex boxes are 40′ and 45′.
For most Cary buyers the practical choice is between a 20-foot and a 40-foot unit. A 20-foot container holds roughly the contents of a two- to three-bedroom home and fits on a standard driveway or lot corner. A 40-foot unit costs less per square foot but needs substantially more delivery clearance, which is the deciding factor on many residential lots.
Shop By Popular Container Sizes (Length x Width x Height):
| 8' (ft) Container | External Dimensions: 8 ft (2.44 m) L x 7 ft 2 in (2.2 m) W x 7 ft 4 in (2.26 m) H | Internal Dimensions: 7 ft 6 in (2.29 m) L x 6 ft 11 in (2.11 m) W x 6 ft 9 in (2.06 m) H | Door Opening: 6 ft 10 in (2.1 m) W x 6 ft 4 in (1.95 m) H | Cubic Volume: 351 ft3 (cubic ft) 9.95 m3 (cubic meters) | Empty Weight: 2100 lbs. (950 kg) | Load Capacity: 11,143 lbs. (5050 kg) | Max Gross Weight: 13,243 lbs. (6000 kg) |
| 10' (ft) Container | External Dimensions: 9 ft 10 in (3 m) L x 8 ft (2.438 m) W x 8 ft 6 in (2.591 m) H | Internal Dimensions: 9 ft 3 in (2.84 m) L x 7 ft 8 in (2.35 m) W x 7 ft 10 in (2.39 m) H | Door Opening: 7 ft 8 in (2.34 m) W x 7 ft 5 in (2.28 m) H | Cubic Volume: 561 ft3 (cubic ft) 15.1 m3 (cubic meters) | Empty Weight: 2870 lbs. (1300 kg) | Load Capacity: 19,530 lbs. (8860 kg) | Max Gross Weight: 22,400 lbs. (10,160 kg) |
| 20' (ft) Container | External Dimensions: 19 ft 10.5 in (6.058 m) L x 8 ft (2.438 m) W x 8 ft 6 in (2.591 m) H | Internal Dimensions: 19 ft 3 in (5.867 m) L x 7 ft 8 19⁄32 in (2.352 m) W x 7 ft 9 57⁄64 in (2.385 m) H | Door Opening: 7 ft 8 1⁄8 in (2.340 m) W x 7 ft 5 3⁄4 in (2.280 m) H | Cubic Volume: 1,169 ft3 (cubic ft) 33.1 m3 (cubic meters) | Empty Weight: 4850 lbs. (2200 kg) | Load Capacity: 61,289 lbs. (27,800 kg) | Max Gross Weight: 66,139 lbs. (30,000 kg) |
| 40' (ft) Container | External Dimensions: 40 ft (12.192 m) L x 8 ft (2.438 m) W x 8 ft 6 in (2.591 m) H | Internal Dimensions: 39 ft 5 45⁄64 in (12.032 m) L x 7 ft 8 19⁄32 in (2.352 m) W x 7 ft 9 57⁄64 in (2.385 m) H | Door Opening: 7 ft 8 1⁄8 in (2.340 m) W x 7 ft 5 3⁄4 in (2.280 m) H | Cubic Volume: 2,385 ft3 (cubic ft) 67.5 m3 (cubic meters) | Empty Weight: 8380 lbs. (3800 kg) | Load Capacity: 57,759 lbs. (26,199 kg) | Max Gross Weight: 66,139 lbs. (30,000 kg) |
| 40' (ft) High-Cube Container | External Dimensions: 40 ft (12.192 m) L x 8 ft (2.438 m) W x 9 ft 6 in (2.896 m) H | Internal Dimensions: 39 ft 4 in (11.989 m) L x 7 ft 7 in (2.311 m) W x 8 ft 9 in (2.667 m) H | Door Opening: 7 ft 6 in (2.286 m) W x 8 ft 5 in (2.565 m) H | Cubic Volume: 2,660 ft3 (cubic ft) 75.3 m3 (cubic meters) | Empty Weight: 8598 lbs. (3900 kg) | Load Capacity: 58,598 lbs. (26,580 kg) | Max Gross Weight: 68,008 lbs. (30,848 kg) |
| 45' (ft) High-Cube Container | External Dimensions: 45 ft (13.716 m) L x 8 ft (2.438 m) W x 9 ft 6 in (2.896 m) H | Internal Dimensions: 44 ft 4 in (13.513 m) L x 7 ft 8 19⁄32 in (2.352 m) W x 8 ft 9 15⁄16 in (2.691 m) H | Door Opening: 7 ft 8 1⁄8 in (2.340 m) W x 8 ft 5 49⁄64 in (2.585 m) H | Cubic Volume: 3,040 ft3 (cubic ft) 86.1 m3 (cubic meters) | Empty Weight: 10,580 lbs. (4800 kg) | Load Capacity: 55,559 lbs. (25,201 kg) | Max Gross Weight: 66,139 lbs. (30,000 kg) |
| 48' (ft) Container | External Dimensions: 48 ft (14.630 m) L x 8 ft 6 in (2.591 m) W x 9 ft 6 in (2.896 m) H | Internal Dimensions: 47 ft 6 in (14.478 m) L x 8 ft 2 in (2.489 m) W x 8 ft 11 in (2.718 m) H | Door Opening: 8 ft 2 in (2.489 m) W x 8 ft 10 in (2.692 m) H | Cubic Volume: 3,454 ft3 (cubic ft) 97.8 m3 (cubic meters) | Empty Weight: 10,850 lbs. (4920 kg) | Load Capacity: 56,350 lbs. (25,560 kg) | Max Gross Weight: 67,200 lbs. (30,500 kg) |
| 53' (ft) Container | External Dimensions: 53 ft (16.154 m) L x 8 ft 6 in (2.591 m) W x 9 ft 6 in (2.896 m) H | Internal Dimensions: 52 ft 6 in (16.002 m) L x 8 ft 2 in (2.489 m) W x 8 ft 11 in (2.718 m) H | Door Opening: 8 ft 2 in (2.489 m) W x 8 ft 10 in (2.692 m) H | Cubic Volume: 3,830 ft3 (cubic ft) 108.5 m3 (cubic meters) | Empty Weight: 11,110 lbs. (5040 kg) | Load Capacity: 56,090 lbs. (25,440 kg) | Max Gross Weight: 67,200 lbs. (30,500 kg) |
Metal Storage Container Types
Metal shipping containers for commercial use come in a wide array of styles. One of the most common types of storage containers is dry storage containers. They’re commonly used to transport goods and come in 10′, 20′, and 40′ sizes.
Another popular type of shipping container is a tunnel container. As their name suggests, they open on both sides to assist in unloading items and reloading.
If you have particularly large items to store, consider open side metal shipping containers for commercial use. They have extra-wide openings to accommodate anything you need to be stored.
Other types of metal shipping containers include insulated containers, refrigerated containers, open side storage containers, open-top storage containers, and flat rack containers.
Common Questions About Conex Containers in Cary
How much does a shipping container cost in Cary, NC?
Buying runs roughly $1,956 to $10,220 depending on size and condition grade, while renting is about $140 a month for a 10′ or 20′ unit and around $190 a month for a 40′. Delivery may be quoted separately, so confirm whether a price is delivered or yard pickup.
Should I buy or rent?
Renting usually wins for needs under a year, seasonal overflow, and construction-site storage. Buying tends to win past roughly two years of continuous use, and it is the only option if you plan to modify the container. Run your own timeline through the container cost calculator before deciding.
How much room do I need for delivery?
Plan on about 60 to 80 feet of straight clearance for a 20-foot container and 100 feet or more for a 40-foot, plus roughly 12 feet of width and 15 or more feet overhead. Low branches and utility lines block more deliveries in established Cary neighborhoods than tight ground space does.
Do I need a permit?
It depends on your zoning district and whether the placement is temporary or permanent. Confirm with the Town of Cary Planning Department before a permanent placement, and check HOA covenants if they apply.
What condition grade should I buy?
Wind and watertight is sufficient for ordinary on-site storage. Choose cargo-worthy or one-trip when appearance matters, when you intend to modify the unit, or when it will actually ship.
How long does a steel container last?
Kept on blocks, off wet ground, with rust spots touched up, a used container in the North Carolina climate reasonably lasts decades. Standing water against the base and blocked drainage are what shorten that.
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