A 20ft storage container gives you roughly 160 square feet of lockable space, built on a steel frame that stacks and stays weatherproof on a job site or driveway. Monthly storage container rental rates run from 100 to 250 dollars depending on condition and add-ons. Bradenton Porta Pros delivers them across the city.
The standard box measures 20 feet long, 8 feet wide, and about 8.5 feet tall on the outside, with a hair less room once you account for wall thickness. That gives a usable interior close to 19 feet 4 inches by 7 feet 8 inches, enough for pallets, tools, or the overflow from a home renovation. If you're staging a home renovation porta potty alongside a container, plan the driveway layout together since both need flat, stable ground. For bigger loads, the 40ft storage container doubles the length but keeps the same width and height. We also stock mobile office trailer rental units for crews that need a desk and AC instead of just shelving, and a 20ft mobile office container with trailer setup is available for jobs that need to move between phases of a build. Ground surfaces should be stable and firm per ADA Standards section 302.1, which matters if the container sits next to an ADA accessible porta potty unit on a mixed-use site.
An empty 20ft steel container weighs roughly 4,800 to 5,000 pounds, depending on manufacturer and steel gauge. Loaded, weight climbs fast, so know what's going in before you plan the pad it sits on. This matters for anyone comparing it against a roll-off dumpster rental for a demolition job, since dumpsters are rated for debris weight and containers are not designed the same way. If your project also needs debris hauled off, check dumpster weight limits and what cannot go in a dumpster before mixing storage and disposal on one site. A 20 yard dumpster rental sits lower and shorter than a 20ft container and serves a different purpose entirely: one holds, the other hauls away. For sites near Palmetto, about 2.9 miles north of Bradenton, or West Bradenton, 3.3 miles west, delivery trucks need clear, level access same as any roll-off; expect a similar straight approach behind the vehicle for placement.
Cold storage units exist in the market but they run a different price tier than standard dry containers, since they carry refrigeration equipment and higher power draw. If you need temperature control for food, plants, or event catering near a venue in South Bradenton, 2.6 miles south, ask when you request a quote so we can confirm what's on hand. Standard containers don't include cooling. Pair one with a handwashing station rental or portable sink rental if you're running a food operation that needs both cold storage and 29 CFR 1910.141(d)(2) compliant washing with soap and towels, since hand sanitizer alone doesn't meet that standard. For construction sites layering storage with sanitation, see construction site services for the fuller picture, and check storage container rental cost for a breakdown before you budget.
Monthly rates typically run 100 to 250 dollars, based on measured pricing across the market. Delivery adds a separate fee, often 120 to 420 dollars depending on distance and access. Ask about combined pricing if you're also renting a temporary fence rental to secure the container on an open lot.
A 30 yard dumpster rental is closest in footprint to a 20ft container but built for debris, not storage. Containers lock and stay put for weeks or months. Dumpsters get swapped and hauled. Different jobs, different tools.
Placement in the right of way or on certain lots may need city confirmation. Check dumpster permit requirements for the general permitting process Bradenton follows, since storage containers can fall under similar review depending on placement.
Yes, as long as the surface is stable, firm, and slip resistant, per ADA Standards section 302.1. Uneven or soft ground risks the frame settling unevenly over months of use. Ask our crew to check your pad before delivery day.
We often pair containers with temporary power pole setups, light tower rental units, or a porta john rental for job sites without existing utilities. One call covers the whole site.
Yes. Bradenton Porta Pros delivers 20ft storage container across Bradenton and the surrounding metro, with same-day and next-day drop-off available on most orders.
Pricing depends on the unit and how long you need it. See our cost breakdown and request a free quote for an exact figure.
Standard rentals include scheduled service — a pump-out, a clean, a restock and fresh deodorizer. Busy or hot-weather sites can be serviced more often.
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