Hiring shipping containers for your business is a good idea as you will find very few issues with the containers given the standard they follow. However, you need to get some facts clear before renting the containers. When you are opting for storage container hire, you will have to sign a contract with the company, and you are also responsible for storing it properly during the contract period.

Most people rent either 40ft. or 20 ft. The shipping containers which require space and do not fit in your backyard should not be selected. Thus, before you hire the containers or sign the contracts, you need to take care of these commitments. You also need to be sure about the logistics of the rental service.

Permit Requirements

Permit requirements will vary from state to state in Australia. In most of the cases, when you hire a container, it is not going to be a permanent structure on your property. So, in such a case, you need to obtain a temporary permit or may not need a permit at all.

Most local container suppliers will be familiar with legal requirements of the area. It is a good idea to contact the local authorities and get to know about the rules of your place.

Delivery Fees

Hidden fees such as delivery fees can add up quickly to the cost of the shipping container hire. This fee is usually determined by the mileage or distance between the container renting company and your property.

Often suppliers charge a flat fee for the delivery distance falling within a 60-mile radius. It increases the charge as per the mile falling under the radius. Get quotes for delivery before signing the contract. Greater the distance more is going to be the delivery fees. The cost of delivery can also make a huge difference in your total price.

The contract you will sign must contain all the details of the shipping container and most important the charges and for how long you are going to hire it.