Containers Aldershot for Sale and Hire

Choose the right container size for your Aldershot site

The available space, the goods being stored and the way you need to load the container will all influence your choice.

• 10ft containers: A compact option where the available space is limited. See the range of 10ft storage containers for sale.
• 20ft containers: A standard size for many storage requirements, including tools, equipment, stock and machinery. Review the 20ft container dimensions before choosing a delivery position.
• 40ft containers: A larger option for requirements involving more goods, machinery or bulk materials. Check the available space carefully, including the area needed for delivery and access to the doors.

Our container dimensions hub provides further information to help you compare sizes. Do not assess the footprint alone. Leave room for the doors to open and consider how the container will be accessed after it has been placed.

Containers for sale in Aldershot

Buying can suit a requirement where the container is intended to remain on site for longer-term storage. Available choices include 20ft shipping containers for sale and 40ft shipping containers for sale.

Think about the size of the goods, the space available and how often you will need to load or remove items. A smaller container may be easier to position, while a larger unit can provide more room where the site and delivery access allow it. The correct choice depends on the proposed use and the available position.

Container hire in Aldershot

Hiring can be suitable for temporary storage, a project with a defined period or a short-term increase in the amount of space required. You can compare 20ft containers for hire and 40ft containers for hire according to the space needed.

Before hiring, consider where the container will be placed, how it will be loaded and whether the position will remain accessible throughout the hire period. Confirm the hire arrangements and any collection requirements when requesting a quotation.

Container condition and storage requirements

Containers may be available in different conditions. A one-trip container has generally completed a limited initial shipping journey and may have a newer appearance than a used unit. Used containers can show signs of previous use, such as dents or surface rust, so condition should be discussed in relation to the intended storage requirement.

Wind and watertight describes a container condition intended to resist wind and rain under normal use. It should not be described as airtight, and it does not remove the need to consider ventilation, condensation and the way goods are stored inside.

If the container is intended for international shipping rather than on-site storage, ask about the relevant requirements for that use. A cargo-worthy description and current CSC status are not interchangeable. CSC refers to the International Convention for Safe Containers, with the plate relating to use in international transport.

HIAB delivery to Aldershot

Shipping Containers of Southampton uses HIAB delivery. HIAB is the common UK term for a lorry-mounted crane used to unload and position a container. The container may fit the intended location but still be unsuitable for delivery if the HIAB vehicle cannot reach a suitable lifting position.

Review the proposed delivery area before arranging the container. Useful points to consider include:

• the access route and available turning space;
• where the HIAB vehicle can stop safely to position the container;
• overhead obstructions, including trees, cables and other structures;
• the firmness and level of the ground;
• the direction in which the container doors should face; and
• whether the position will remain accessible if the container later needs to be collected.

Share the relevant site information when you request a container quotation. This allows the delivery requirements to be considered before arrangements are confirmed. HIAB delivery does not automatically mean that a container can be lifted over buildings, walls, fences or other obstacles.

Ground preparation and placement

The proposed position should provide firm, reasonably level support suited to the site and the expected load. Soft or uneven ground can contribute to settlement and affect door operation.

Consider drainage around the container and leave enough room to open the doors and reach the stored goods. A suitable support arrangement will depend on the site, the ground and the intended use. Our guide to shipping container foundations explains the points to review when preparing the position.

For storage, also consider the type of lock, whether a lockbox is appropriate, and whether ventilation, lining or insulation is relevant to the goods being kept inside. These features should be assessed against the intended use rather than assumed to provide a particular result.

Planning considerations for Aldershot

Planning requirements can depend on how the container will be used, how long it will remain in place, the status of the site, its visibility, nearby neighbours and local planning policy. Listed buildings, conservation areas, a change of use or a prominent position may create additional considerations.

Planning permission is not automatically required or excluded for every container placement. Read our guide to shipping container planning permission, then check current requirements with Rushmoor Borough Council before committing to the proposed placement or use.