FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, you most certainly can. Our depot is located at 465-467 Somerville Rd, Brooklyn. The sales office is open 7.30am to 5.00pm and we are open Saturday mornings. Alternatively we can email or message you photographs
Used containers are generally released from shipping lines for resale after they have been written down on their books for about ten years. So a container straight out of shipping will likely be at least ten years old. Expect a few exterior dints and/or patches (they have been around the world a few times don’t forget). We also offer refurbished containers which have had the interior floor sanded and painted.
Every container is checked in our workshop prior to release. The door gaskets and locking mechanisms are inspected to ensure they are all in good working order.
Most floors are marine timber ply but there are also some with steel floors.
The most common are blue or brown however we do offer a repainting service in which your container can be custom painted to a colour of your choice.
We keep 10ft, 20ft and 40ft General Purpose and High Cube containers in stock. Refer to our sales page for more information.
10Ft Container Dimensions
| 10FT STANDARD | ||
|---|---|---|
| External | Length | 3.05m (10”) |
| Width | 2.44m (8”) | |
| Height | 2.59m (8’6”) | |
| Internal | Length | 2.80m (9’2”) |
| Width | 2.33m (7’8”) | |
| Height | 2.35 (7’9”) |
| 10FT HIGH CUBE (additional 1 ft in height) | ||
|---|---|---|
| External | Length | 3.05m (10”) |
| Width | 2.44m (8”) | |
| Height | 2.89m (9’6”) | |
| Internal | Length | 2.80m (9’2”) |
| Width | 2.33m (7’8”) | |
| Height | 2.65m (8’9”) |
**This chart is a guide only. As the containers are manufactured they may vary by a few millimetres.
Please note 10ft containers created using the cut down process are not suitable for international shipping use.
20Ft Container Dimensions
| 20FT STANDARD | ||
|---|---|---|
| External | Length | 6.06m (20’) |
| Width | 2.44m (8) | |
| Height | 2.59m (8’6”) | |
| Internal | Length | 5.87m (19’3”) |
| Width | 2.33m (7’8”) | |
| Height | 2.35m (7’9”) |
| 20FT HIGH CUBE | ||
|---|---|---|
| External | Length | 6.06m (20’) |
| Width | 2.44m (8’) | |
| Height | 2.89m (9’6”) | |
| Internal | Length | 5.87m (19’3”) |
| Width | 2.33m (7’8”) | |
| Height | 2.65m (8’9”) |
40Ft Container Dimensions
| 40FT STANDARD | ||
|---|---|---|
| External | Length | 12.19m (40’) |
| Width | 2.44m (8) | |
| Height | 2.59m (8’6”) | |
| Internal | Length | 12.00m (39’5”) |
| Width | 2.33m (7’8”) | |
| Height | 2.35m (7’9”) |
| 40FT HIGH CUBE | ||
|---|---|---|
| External | Length | 12.19m (40’) |
| Width | 2.44m (8’) | |
| Height | 2.89m (9’6”) | |
| Internal | Length | 12.00m (39’5”) |
| Width | 2.33m (7’8”) | |
| Height | 2.65m (8’9”) |
The difference is the height of exactly one foot, giving it extra storage capacity.
Payment is required prior to delivery. We accept payments via direct deposit (EFT), Cheque, Cash, Bankcard, Mastercard, Visa and American Express cards.
Yes we do, however bear in mind when we quote a buy-back price that we have to consider transport costs and the amount of time the container will be in storage with us before we can resell it.
We can arrange same day delivery to most Melbourne suburbs. Delivery time depends on available transport, the required container and quantity and if any accessories or modifications are required.
Delivery is usually booked at the time of your order.
Delivery is usually booked at the time of your order.
Yes, we deliver all over Victoria. Some of our transport partners are based in Geelong and Ballarat and we deliver on a daily basis.
When placing your order we will discuss which type of truck will be best suited for your needs. Most commonly we’ll use tilt tray and side loaders. A tilt tray truck reverses to the delivery point and the tray will tilt to the ground with the container sliding off the back A side loader lifts the container off the driver’s side and place 1 metre beside the trucks trailer.
It may be possible but a lot depends on access
Yes absolutely you can, but you need to make a Containerchain booking. Also for safety reasons all transport vehicles must have twist lock mechanisms as we do not allow operators to climb on top of the container.
Its best to ensure that your container is on a level surface as uneven ground may impede on the operation of the doors. The container can sit directly on the ground with only the four corners being in contact with the surface. Generally no surface preparation is required however elevation is recommended to prolong the life of the timber floor by creating air flow underneath the container. Many of our customers choose to place sleepers, timber or bricks under each corner end.
Yes, they can! Just ask one our friendly staff team members and have your plans ready.
Prices will depend on what your specific requirements are so it’s best to contact our sales team for a definite quote.
In Victoria, storage sheds do not require a permit or approval if they meet the following guidelines.
• Have a floor area of no greater than 10m²
• 3m or less in height, or, if situated within 1m of a boundary, is no more than 2.4m in height located no further forward than the front wall of the single dwelling
Although its always best to check with your local Council, a 10ft shipping container thereby should not require a permit if it meets these guidelines. Other sizes clearly fall outside this rule, and as each Council has different regulations, we recommend you contact them first.
| Council | Website | |
|---|---|---|
| Alpine Shire Council | http://www.ararat.vic.gov.au/index/home | council@ararat.vic.gov.au |
| Ararat Rural City Council | http://www.ararat.vic.gov.au/index/home | council@ararat.vic.gov.au |
| Ballarat City Council | http://www.ballarat.vic.gov.au/ | ballcity@ballarat.vic.gov.au |
| Banyule City Council | http://www.banyule.vic.gov.au/Home | enquiries@banyule.vic.gov.au |
| Bass Coast Shire Council | http://www.basscoast.vic.gov.au/Home | basscoast@basscoast.vic.gov.au |
| Baw Baw Shire Council | http://www.bawbawshire.vic.gov.au/Home | bawbaw@bawbawshire.vic.gov.au |
| Bayside City Council | http://www.bayside.vic.gov.au/index.htm | enquiries@bayside.vic.gov.au |
| Benalla Rural City Council | http://www.benalla.vic.gov.au/ | council@benalla.vic.gov.au |
| Boroondara City Council | http://www.boroondara.vic.gov.au/ | boroondara@boroondara.vic.gov.au |
| Brimbank City Council | http://www.brimbank.vic.gov.au/Homepage_Links | info@brimbank.vic.gov.au |
| Buloke Shire Council | http://www.buloke.vic.gov.au/ | buloke@buloke.vic.gov.au |
| Campaspe Shire Council | http://www.campaspe.vic.gov.au/ | shire@campaspe.vic.gov.au |
| Cardinia Shire Council | http://www.cardinia.vic.gov.au/page/HomePage.aspx | mail@cardinia.vic.gov.au |
| Casey City Council | http://www.casey.vic.gov.au/Home | caseycc@casey.vic.gov.au |
| Central Goldfields Shire Council | http://www.centralgoldfields.com.au/ | mail@cgoldshire.vic.gov.au |
| Colac Otway Shire Council | http://www.colacotway.vic.gov.au/ | inq@colacotway.vic.gov.au |
| Corangamite Shire Council | http://www.corangamite.vic.gov.au/ | shire@corangamite.vic.gov.au |
| Darebin City Council | http://www.darebin.vic.gov.au/page/HomePage.aspx | mailbox@darebin.vic.gov.au |
| East Gippsland Shire Council | http://www.eastgippsland.vic.gov.au/Home | feedback@egipps.vic.gov.au |
| Frankston City Council | http://www.frankston.vic.gov.au/Home | correspondence@frankston.vic.gov.au |
| Gannawarra Shire Council | http://www.gannawarra.vic.gov.au/ | council@gannawarra.vic.gov.au |
| Glen Eira City Council | http://www.gleneira.vic.gov.au/Home | mail@gleneira.vic.gov.au |
| Glenelg Shire Council | http://www.glenelg.vic.gov.au/page/HomePage.aspx | enquiry@glenelg.vic.gov.au |
| Golden Plains Shire Council | http://www.goldenplains.vic.gov.au/page.aspx | enquiries@gplains.vic.gov.au |
| Greater Bendigo City Council | https://www.bendigo.vic.gov.au/Home | request@bendigo.vic.gov.au |
| Greater Dandenong City Council | http://www.greaterdandenong.com/ | council@cgd.vic.gov.au |
| Greater Geelong City Council | http://www.geelongaustralia.com.au/ | contactus@geelongcity.vic.gov.au |
| Greater Shepparton City Council | http://www.greatershepparton.com.au/ | council@shepparton.vic.gov.au |
| Hepburn Shire Council | http://www.hepburn.vic.gov.au/ | shire@hepburn.vic.gov.au |
| Hindmarsh Shire Council | http://www.hindmarsh.vic.gov.au/ | info@hindmarsh.vic.gov.au |
| Hobsons Bay City Council | http://www.hobsonsbay.vic.gov.au/Home | customerservice@hobsonsbay.vic.gov.au |
| Horsham Rural City Council | http://www.hrcc.vic.gov.au/ | council@hrcc.vic.gov.au |
| Hume City Council | http://www.hume.vic.gov.au/Homepage | contactus@hume.vic.gov.au |
| Indigo Shire Council | http://www.indigoshire.vic.gov.au/Home | indigoshire@indigoshire.vic.gov.au |
| Kingston City Council | http://www.kingston.vic.gov.au/Home | info@kingston.vic.gov.au |
| Knox City Council | http://www.knox.vic.gov.au/page/HomePage.aspx | knoxcc@knox.vic.gov.au |
| Latrobe City Council | http://www.latrobe.vic.gov.au/Home | latrobe@latrobe.vic.gov.au |
| Loddon Shire Council | http://www.loddon.vic.gov.au/Home | loddon@loddon.vic.gov.au |
| Macedon Ranges Shire Council | http://www.mrsc.vic.gov.au/Home | mrsc@mrsc.vic.gov.au |
| Manningham City Council | http://www.manningham.vic.gov.au/ | manningham@manningham.vic.gov.au |
| Mansfield Shire Council | http://www.mansfield.vic.gov.au/home.aspx | council@mansfield.vic.gov.au |
| Maribyrnong City Council | http://www.maribyrnong.vic.gov.au/page/HomePage.aspx | email@maribyrnong.vic.gov.au |
| Maroondah City Council | http://www.maroondah.vic.gov.au/default.aspx | maroondah@maroondah.vic.gov.au |
| Melbourne City Council | http://www.melbourne.vic.gov.au/Pages/default.aspx | admin@melbourne.vic.gov.au |
| Melton City Council | http://www.melton.vic.gov.au/Home | csu@melton.vic.gov.au |
| Mildura Rural City Council | http://www.mildura.vic.gov.au/Home | mrcc@mildura.vic.gov.au |
| Mitchell Shire Council | http://www.mitchellshire.vic.gov.au/ | mitchell@mitchellshire.vic.gov.au |
| Moira Shire Council | http://www.moira.vic.gov.au/Home | webmaster@moira.vic.gov.au |
| Monash City Council | http://www.monash.vic.gov.au/Home | mail@monash.vic.gov.au |
| Moonee Valley City Council | http://www.mvcc.vic.gov.au/ | council@mvcc.vic.gov.au |
| Moorabool Shire Council | http://www.moorabool.vic.gov.au/ | info@moorabool.vic.gov.au |
| Moreland City Council | http://www.moreland.vic.gov.au/ | info@moreland.vic.gov.au |
| Mornington Peninsula Shire Council | http://www.mornpen.vic.gov.au/Home | customerservice@mornpen.vic.gov.au |
| Mount Alexander Shire Council | https://www.mountalexander.vic.gov.au/page/HomePage.aspx | info@mountalexander.vic.gov.au |
| Moyne Shire Council | http://www.moyne.vic.gov.au/Home | moyne@moyne.vic.gov.au |
| Murrindindi Shire Council | http://www.murrindindi.vic.gov.au/Home | msc@murrindindi.vic.gov.au |
| Nillumbik Shire Council | http://www.nillumbik.vic.gov.au/Home | nillumbik@nillumbik.vic.gov.au |
| Northern Grampians Shire Council | http://www.ngshire.vic.gov.au/Home | ngshire@ngshire.vic.gov.au |
| Port Phillip City Council | http://www.portphillip.vic.gov.au/index.htm | assist@portphillip.vic.gov.au |
| Pyrenees Shire Council | http://www.pyrenees.vic.gov.au/Home | pyrenees@pyrenees.vic.gov.au |
| Queenscliffe Borough Council | http://www.queenscliffe.vic.gov.au/ | info@queenscliffe.vic.gov.au |
| South Gippsland Shire Council | http://www.southgippsland.vic.gov.au/ | council@southgippsland.vic.gov.au |
| Southern Grampians Shire Council | http://www.sthgrampians.vic.gov.au/ | council@sthgrampians.vic.gov.au |
| Stonnington City Council | http://www.stonnington.vic.gov.au/ | council@stonnington.vic.gov.au |
| Strathbogie Shire Council | http://www.strathbogie.vic.gov.au/ | info@strathbogie.vic.gov.au |
| Surf Coast Shire Council | http://www.surfcoast.vic.gov.au/Home | info@surfcoast.vic.gov.au |
| Swan Hill Rural City Council | http://www.swanhill.vic.gov.au/ | council@swanhill.vic.gov.au |
| Towong Shire Council | http://www.towong.vic.gov.au/ | info@towong.vic.gov.au |
| Wangaratta Rural City Council | http://www.wangaratta.vic.gov.au/ | council@wangaratta.vic.gov.au |
| Warrnambool City Council | http://www.warrnambool.vic.gov.au/ | wbool_city@warrnambool.vic.gov.au |
| Wellington Shire Council | http://www.wellington.vic.gov.au/Home | enquiries@wellington.vic.gov.au |
| West Wimmera Shire Council | http://www.westwimmera.vic.gov.au/ | council@westwimmera.vic.gov.au |
| Whitehorse City Council | http://www.whitehorse.vic.gov.au/ | customer.service@whitehorse.vic.gov.au |
| Whittlesea City Council | https://www.whittlesea.vic.gov.au/ | info@whittlesea.vic.gov.au |
| Wodonga City Council | http://www.wodonga.vic.gov.au/ | info@wodonga.vic.gov.au |
| Wyndham City Council | http://www.wyndham.vic.gov.au/ | mail@wyndham.vic.gov.au |
| Yarra City Council | http://www.yarracity.vic.gov.au/ | Info@yarracity.vic.gov.au |
| Yarra Ranges Shire Council | http://www.yarraranges.vic.gov.au/Home | mail@yarraranges.vic.gov.au |
| Yarriambiack Shire Council | http://yarriambiack.vic.gov.au/ | info@yarriambiack.vic.gov.au |
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Getting a container delivered is easy. We keep plenty of stock and with an extensive network of transport operators can offer same or next day delivery service across Victoria.
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