Rent Storage Containers in Barking

Shipping Containers of London supplies secure shipping containers for rent and sale in Barking. Our steel containers provide dry, safe storage for businesses, schools, and homes across East London. We deliver using Hiab trucks for precise placement.

Container Hire in Barking

We offer flexible container hire in Barking for short-term projects or long-term storage. Our fleet includes 20ft and 40ft units suitable for construction sites, retail stock, and archive storage. You get clean, watertight containers delivered to your premises.

We require a minimum hire term of 8 weeks. You pay a collection deposit when you order, which covers the transport cost to remove the container when you finish. This makes the process clear and simple.

Choose the Right Container Size

Most customers in Barking choose our standard 20ft or 40ft containers. We check every unit before delivery to ensure it is wind and watertight.

20ft Shipping Containers

The 20ft unit fits in a standard parking space length but requires clear access for the delivery truck. It holds about the contents of a three-bedroom house.

• Hire 20ft Containers
• Hire 20ft Flat Racks
• Hire 20ft Open Tops
• Hire 20ft Refrigerated Containers

40ft Shipping Containers

The 40ft unit offers double the volume. It works best for large sites with ample turning space for an articulated lorry.

• Hire 40ft Containers
• Hire 40ft Flat Racks
• Hire 40ft Open Tops
• Hire 40ft Refrigerated Containers

Security and Build Quality

We supply containers built from Corten steel. This material resists rust and withstands British weather. Shipping lines use Corten steel because it lasts for decades at sea.

Lock Boxes: We fit a steel lock box to the cargo doors. This shroud protects your padlock from bolt cutters and drills. It is a standard feature on our hire fleet.

Doors and Seals: Rubber door seals keep water out. We inspect these seals to prevent leaks. The heavy-duty cam bars keep the doors shut tight against wind and rain.

Delivery to Barking

We deliver to Barking using Hiab crane trucks. The driver lifts the container from the vehicle to the ground. You must prepare the site before we arrive.

Hard Standing: The truck needs firm ground, such as concrete or tarmac. We cannot drive on grass, mud, or soft soil. The vehicle weighs over 15 tonnes and will sink in soft ground.

Clearance: The crane arm extends up to 30ft. You must check for overhead power cables and telephone lines. We need at least 20ft of height clearance to lift the container safely.

Review our Delivery Guidelines to check your site access.

Planning Permission in Barking

You often do not need planning permission for temporary storage containers. However, rules change if you keep the unit for a long time or place it near a road. You should check with the local authority.

Visit the Barking and Dagenham Council Planning pages for local rules.

Buy a Shipping Container

You can buy containers if you need permanent storage. We sell new (one-trip) and used units. Owning the container allows you to paint, modify, or convert it. View our Sales in Barking options.