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What Sizes Of Storage Containers Are Available?
Two sizes cover most jobs: 20ft storage containers and 40ft storage containers, and both show up often on the construction dumpster rental jobs we deliver to. The 20ft box handles tool storage, seasonal inventory, and small job sites in Tempe. The 40ft unit suits full building cleanouts, retail overflow, or a contractor running several crews out of one yard. Both are steel, weather-tight, and lockable, which matters if the container sits on a street-facing lot near Mill Avenue for more than a few days, and it's worth reviewing the porta potty placement guide for the same logic applied to restroom units. If you're not sure which fits, look at what you're storing first and pick capacity second. A lot of customers renting a roll-off dumpster rental for a renovation also grab a container for tools and materials that need to stay dry and locked, rather than sitting exposed next to a 10 yard dumpster rental or 20 yard dumpster rental. Need help matching size to the job? Check dumpster sizes and dimensions if you're pairing a container with debris removal, and storage container rental cost for a fuller cost breakdown by size and term.
How Much Does Storage Container Rental Cost In Tempe?
Storage containers run $100 to $250 per month, based on 7 measured datapoints, with delivery handled separately.
| Duration | Low | Typical | High |
|---|---|---|---|
| Month | $100 | $125 | $250 |
Delivery fees for containers, dumpsters, and trailers around Tempe fall between $120 and $420 a month depending on distance and access, so ask for a delivered quote rather than assuming the sticker price covers everything. If you're comparing against renting a portable storage container rental versus a dumpster for a cleanout, the dumpster rental cost page breaks out day, week, and month pricing for that separately. For most residential jobs, one month covers the work; commercial sites often keep containers for several months running, similar to how a monthly porta potty rental works for longer builds.
Why Rent A Portable Storage Container Instead Of A Dumpster?
A storage container keeps materials, tools, and inventory secure and dry. A dumpster is for debris you're throwing away. If you need both, order them together: many Tempe job sites run a container for equipment next to a 30 yard dumpster rental or 40 yard dumpster rental for waste. Self storage container rental also beats a rented storage unit across town because the box comes to you, the same convenience argument that applies to a portable sink rental instead of hauling crews to a fixed washroom. There's no driving to a facility, no monthly trip with a truck. For a home renovation, that difference alone often justifies renting a home renovation porta potty and a container on the same delivery. Contractors doing construction site services in Tempe frequently combine a container with a temporary fence rental around the perimeter, since a locked container inside a fenced yard cuts down on theft risk overnight.
Where Can A Container Be Placed On My Property?
Placement depends on access and surface. A container needs a flat, stable spot, similar to the ADA Standards 302.1 requirement that ground surfaces be stable, firm, and slip resistant for accessible routes, though that standard applies to accessibility paths rather than delivery pads directly, and it's the same siting logic we use for an ADA accessible porta potty or a handwashing station rental. Driveways, gravel lots, and paved yards all work. If the container sits in a public right of way or blocks a sidewalk, placement needs confirming with the City of Tempe before delivery. We don't guess on that. A roll-off delivery, similar to what's needed for a container drop, needs about 60 feet of straight clearance behind the truck, so tight urban lots or alley access should be measured ahead of time. If you're planning a delivery near Guadalupe, 3.5 miles southwest of Tempe, or out toward Paradise Valley, 15.8 miles north, let us know the address early so we can check clearance and any local placement questions before the truck rolls, and see service areas for the full coverage map.
Do I Need A Permit For A Storage Container In Tempe?
Permit rules vary by property type, use, and how long the container stays, and that's not something we'll guess at. Placement on private property is usually straightforward, but anything touching a public street, sidewalk, or right of way needs confirming with the City of Tempe directly. We'd rather tell you to check than invent an answer that costs you a fine. If you're also planning temporary fencing, restrooms, or a dumpster for the same project, review porta potty permit requirements and dumpster permit requirements for the sanitation and waste side of the same question, since those tend to get asked together on multi-service jobs. For ongoing agricultural or field-labor operations, note that OSHA 1928.110 sets separate sanitation requirements for hand-labor employees, which is a different question from container permitting but often comes up on the same rural sites, alongside questions covered in handwashing station requirements and general OSHA portable toilet requirements.
How Long Can I Rent A Storage Container?
There's no fixed minimum or maximum. Some renters need a container for a single month during a move, using pods storage container rental style flexibility to pack at their own pace. Others keep one for a year or more as a permanent yard fixture on a commercial lot. Monthly rental storage container pricing is the standard structure here, not daily or weekly, since containers are built for longer stays than a dumpster or a porta potty. If your need is short, like a single move-out weekend, a 20ft storage container still makes sense; you just pay for the month even if you only need two weeks. For ongoing projects, pair the container with a mobile office trailer rental if you need a workspace on site too, which is common on longer builds around Tempe and pairs well with a temporary power pole or light tower rental for site power and lighting.
What's the difference between a storage container and a mobile office trailer?
A storage container holds materials and equipment; a mobile office trailer is a workspace with power and a door crews can walk into. Many job sites rent both. Check mobile office trailer rental if you need desks, AC, or a place to review plans on site rather than just locked storage, and see restroom trailer rental if that same crew also needs a nicer restroom than a standard unit.
Can I get a storage container delivered same week in Tempe?
Usually yes, depending on size and current inventory. Delivery fees range from about $120 to $420 a month depending on distance and site access. Call ahead if your timeline is tight, especially for a 40ft unit, since fewer of those are in rotation than 20ft boxes, the same way we recommend booking early through emergency porta potty rental or emergency septic service for last-minute needs.
Does the container come with a lock?
Yes, standard containers are lockable steel units. Bring your own lock or ask about one at delivery. This matters most on open lots near retail corridors or construction sites where tools and inventory sit inside overnight without a fenced perimeter, which is also why many sites add a chain link temporary fence or crowd control barrier rental around the yard.
How much space does a 20ft container take up on site?
Plan for the container footprint plus room for the delivery truck to maneuver. A roll-off style delivery needs roughly 60 feet of straight clearance behind the truck, so measure your driveway or lot access before booking, particularly on tighter residential lots, the same clearance check we walk through on the porta potty rental checklist.
Can I combine a storage container with other rentals for one project?
Yes. Most commercial jobs order a container alongside a roll-off dumpster rental, a temporary fence rental, or portable restroom rental for crews. Ordering together through Tempe Porta Pros usually means one delivery schedule instead of three separate coordination calls, and you can start that process anytime through request a quote or contact.
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