You may have noticed that shipping containers have grown in popularity. Our clients use them for large amounts of storage, housing, and more! If you’re a business owner, you may need portable storage rentals. Here are some types of businesses we see the most often that are in need of portable storage rentals.

1. Construction

As you may know, construction projects are messy and can go on for months or even years. There may be times when construction workers have to take extended breaks due to the weather or a delay in the delivery of materials or funding. Of course, construction workers have to go home at the end of the day and must leave materials and equipment behind. It isn't safe to leave such expensive equipment out in the open for anyone to grab, but portable storage rentals provide a reliable way to protect these materials.

2. Retail

Anyone with a retail business has tons of inventory to handle. Whether that retail involves clothing, shoes, books, electronics, or accessories, there are loads that manufacturers must be able to store for a long period. With the holidays such as Thanksgiving and Christmas coming, the shopping season will be gearing up, especially for Black Friday. Seasonal times mean retailers will have extra supplies on hand that they must store and be able to quickly put out on shelves.

3. Restaurants

Some restaurants have outdoor seating they utilize during summer or whenever the weather warms up. If they're in a seasonal climate, they must store their furniture somewhere, and portable storage rentals help. Some restaurants also have decorations and other accessories they put out for catering events and such.

4. Movers

Of course, a local moving company can make great use of portable storage rentals. These containers provide an easy way for moving companies to store large furniture, boxes, and other items that must be shipped to a client's location. Some moving companies may also supply ongoing storage for these same clients.

According to Maritime Professionals, standard shipping containers are 20 feet long, but shipping containers range from 10 feet to 40 feet long. If you’re an entrepreneur, small business owner, or corporation, these containers might be the perfect fit to help your project run smoothly. For more information on how our shipping containers can help meet your business needs, contact our team at John Fayard Moving & Warehousing LLC for a free consultation.