Shipping Container Delivery: What to Expect

How container delivery works

Containers deliver on tilt-tray (roll-off) or side-loader trucks. A tilt-tray tilts its bed and slides the container onto your surface as the truck pulls forward; a side-loader sets the unit down beside the truck with hydraulic cranes. Which truck your delivery uses depends on the container size, your region, and site access.

Site requirements

• •Roughly 60–80 feet of straight-line clearance for tilt-tray placement
• •Firm, level ground — soft soil or slopes need advance discussion
• •Overhead clearance free of power lines and low branches
• •Decide door orientation before delivery day — turning a placed container is costly

Lead times and pricing

Typical delivery windows are 2–10 business days in Canada and 5–15 business days in the United States after order confirmation, depending on your distance from the source yard and current inventory position. Delivery cost is included as a line item in your quote — you always see the full landed price before committing. Long-distance and interprovincial/interstate moves are arranged through our transportation partners.

Permits

Many municipalities require a temporary placement permit for long-term container placement, particularly in residential zones. Check with your local planning office before delivery; our team can advise on common requirements for your city.