Looking for shipping containers for sale in Philadelphia? You need a supplier who actually picks up the phone, knows the product cold, and doesn’t make you wait three weeks for delivery. That’s Jake Containers. 

A few things about us: 

• Family-owned, single-site operation — no franchise layers 
• Based in Ridgefield Park, NJ, about 90 minutes from Philadelphia 
• The tri-state’s go-to source for commercial and industrial shipping containers 
• Low overhead means better pricing for you 
• A team of industry veterans who’ve handled just about every job type 
• A+ rating with the Better Business Bureau 
• 100+ five-star reviews 
• Member of the National Portable Storage Association (NPSA) 
• New and used units in stock 

Whether you’re setting up a job site, adding overflow space at a distribution facility, or expanding at headquarters, we’ve got the right container ready to go — delivered in as little as 48 hours. Call 973-957-7600 or request a free quote to get started. 

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Plenty of companies sell shipping containers around Philadelphia. What keeps customers coming back to us is pretty simple: we answer the phone, we know what we’re talking about, and we treat every order like it matters. 

Between our team, we’ve got 75 years in the portable storage business. Container specs, site access questions, delivery logistics — we’ve fielded it all before and we’re not guessing when we answer you. 

The biggest difference between us and a national chain or online broker? Ownership is actually involved. You’re not routed through a call center or handed off to some regional rep. Darrin and the team are hands-on with quality control and making sure every order goes right. 

Here’s what that looks like in practice: 

BBB A+ Rating. Earned and maintained — it reflects how we handle orders and resolve problems when they come up, not just how we advertise. 

100+ Five-Star Reviews. Verified reviews from commercial and industrial customers across the tri-state area. We deliver what we say we will. 

Delivery in as Little as 48 Hours. Businesses don’t have time to wait around, and we don’t make them. 

Price Match Guarantee. Find a comparable container for less from a reputable competitor? Bring it to us and we’ll match it. 

We Know the Tri-State Area. Roads, regulations, loading dock quirks — our drivers have navigated Philadelphia’s commercial corridors and industrial zones plenty of times. 

A Fleet That Doesn’t Break Down. Modern, well-maintained trucks mean fewer delays and no excuses. 

We keep a full range of sizes on hand, new and used, and every single unit gets inspected before it goes out the door. Here’s what we carry: 

10-Foot Containers 

Good fit for tighter footprints or businesses that don’t need a ton of space — especially useful in urban settings where yard room is limited. 

• Exterior: L10′ x W8′ x H8’6″ 
• Interior: L9’4″ x W7’8″ x H7’10” 
• Door Opening: H7’6″ 
• Floor to Sill: H6″ 
• Capacity: 680 Cu Ft 
• Empty Weight: 2,450 lbs 

20-Foot Containers 

Our most popular size, and for good reason — it fits on nearly any commercial lot and still holds a serious amount of inventory, equipment, or documents. 

• Exterior: L20′ x W8′ x H8’6″ 
• Interior: L19’4″ x W7’8″ x H7’10” 
• Door Opening: H7’6″ 
• Floor to Sill: H6″ 
• Capacity: 1,360 Cu Ft 
• Empty Weight: 4,900 lbs 

40-Foot Containers 

The workhorse size for manufacturing, logistics, and construction crews that need maximum ground-level storage. 

• Exterior: L40′ x W8′ x H8’6″ 
• Interior: L39’5″ x W7’8″ x H7’10” 
• Door Opening: H7’6″ 
• Floor to Sill: H6″ 
• Capacity: 2,720 Cu Ft 
• Empty Weight: 8,400 lbs 

40-Foot High Cube Containers 

An extra foot of interior height compared to the standard 40-footer — matters more than you’d think when you’re storing tall equipment, racking, or stacked pallets. 

• Exterior: L40′ x W8′ x H9’6″ 
• Interior: L39’5″ x W7’8″ x H8’10” 
• Door Opening: H8’6″ 
• Floor to Sill: H6″ 
• Capacity: 3,040 Cu Ft 
• Empty Weight: 8,600 lbs 

Dimensions are approximate and may vary slightly. 

We also carry a few specialty configurations: 

• Open-Side Containers — a wide swinging door for drive-up access, good for loading bulky or oversized items regularly. 
• Double-Door Containers — doors on both ends for flexible access, popular in construction, retail, manufacturing, and event work. 
• Tri-Door Containers — double doors on one side, single on the other, for businesses that need convenient access without sacrificing security. 

Not sure which type fits your operation? Call 973-957-7600 and we’ll walk you through it. 

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Philadelphia has one of the more diversified economies in the Northeast, and that shows in who calls us. Here’s where we see the most demand: 

Construction and Contractor Storage. Between the Delaware River waterfront build-out, University City institutional projects, and the wave of new residential construction citywide, contractors and trades lean on our containers to lock up tools and materials on active job sites. 

Distribution and Logistics Overflow. Companies along the I-95 corridor and in Northeast Philly’s industrial areas often need extra capacity fast. A 40-footer parked on your lot adds storage without signing a new lease. 

Pharmaceutical and Healthcare Storage. With so many pharma companies, biotech firms, and hospitals in the city, secure on-site storage for supplies and equipment is a constant need. We can add shelving, lighting, or ventilation to fit specific storage requirements. 

Retail and Seasonal Inventory. Rather than paying for off-site storage during seasonal surges, plenty of local retailers keep a container on their lot or loading dock instead. A 20-footer holds about as much as a fully stocked stockroom. 

University and Institutional Storage. Penn, Temple, Drexel, Jefferson, CCP, LaSalle — facilities departments at these schools use our containers during renovations, enrollment surges, and for outdoor storage at athletic facilities. 

Manufacturing and Industrial Operations. In Kensington, Port Richmond, and industrial corridors across South and Northeast Philly, manufacturers use containers as staging areas, tool cribs, and transitional storage during line reconfigurations. 

Event Production. From Fourth of July on the Parkway to parades and outdoor markets, event companies use our containers as secure staging and equipment lockup before and during the event. 

Municipal and Government Projects. The city and surrounding agencies use containers for public works, parks maintenance, and emergency staging — a fast, affordable option for projects with shifting timelines. 

Step 1: Get a Quote. Call 973-957-7600 or submit a request online. Tell us the size you need, new or used, and where it’s going. We’ll get back to you fast with straightforward pricing. 

Step 2: Confirm Your Order. Once you approve the quote, we lock in delivery and help you figure out the best placement spot on your property. 

Step 3: Delivery in as Little as 48 Hours. Our drivers handle placement carefully so the container ends up exactly where you need it. 

Step 4: You’re Set. It’s ready to use the moment it’s placed. Need modifications or another unit down the road? We’re a phone call away.

Sometimes a standard container isn’t quite enough. We can turn one into a mobile office, secure job-site storage, or whatever specialized setup your operation needs. 

Custom Exterior Paint & Branding. Match your company colors or blend in with your facility — whatever the property or zoning calls for. 

Lockboxes. Heavy-duty steel housing welded over the locking mechanism so the padlock can’t be cut or pried off. Good peace of mind if you’re storing anything valuable. 

Personnel Doors. A walk-in door cut into the side or end so your team doesn’t have to swing open the full cargo doors every time. Common on job-site offices and tool rooms. 

Rollup Doors. Move vertically instead of swinging out, which is a real advantage on tight properties or crowded job sites where clearance space is scarce. 

Venting. Louvered vents let air circulate while keeping rain and pests out — worth it for anything sensitive to moisture, or for containers converted into workspaces. 

Windows. Installed in a range of configurations, most often for site offices or guard stations, without compromising security or weather resistance. 

Electrical and Lighting. Wiring and interior lighting to make the container fully functional as a workspace or monitored storage unit. 

Shelving. Built-in organization for tool cribs, parts rooms, or anywhere fast retrieval matters. 

Mix and match whatever your job requires — we’ll help you figure out the right combination before delivery. Call 973-957-7600 or mention it in your quote request. 

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“Great experience from start to finish. Professional, reliable, and honest. We ordered 2 20′ used containers for our business and couldn’t be happier with the purchase. Highly recommend them if you’re looking for some shipping containers and their customer service is top notch!” — Vincent P. 

“Darren is a no-nonsense, just pure professionalism and reasonable type of guy. The prices are on point, and the condition of the steel storage container was mint. The driver Juan was punctual and got in and out super quick and easy. 10/10 would recommend to anyone who needs shipping containers.” — Omar M. 

“We recently purchased two new storage containers from Jake Storage Containers, and the entire experience was outstanding from start to finish. The containers were delivered yesterday exactly as promised, and the quality was excellent. A special shoutout to their delivery driver, who was professional, courteous, and extremely skilled. He made the placement process smooth and stress-free, taking great care to position both containers perfectly. Highly recommend Jake Storage Containers for their great products, reliable service, and top-notch delivery team!” — Pete G. 

“Super easy company to deal with. I reached out to about 5 different companies, and they were by far the easiest to do business with. Their prices were lower than anyone else and shipping took just two days. Amira is who I dealt with and have since referred their name out to a few companies. Darrin, the owner, even called me on his day off to make sure we were satisfied.” — Ant G. 

“Great service and communication throughout the whole process. This is the 3rd container I have purchased from Jake’s. This was customized to our exact specs adding 2 8ft roll up doors and came out great!” — David M. 

Ready to buy a shipping container in Philadelphia? We stock 10-foot, 20-foot, 40-foot standard, and 40-foot high cube containers for immediate delivery across the city and metro area. 75 years of combined team experience, a BBB A+ rating, and an owner who still picks up the phone. 

Call 973-957-7600 or request a free quote — we’ll get back to you fast and make sure you get the right container at the right price. 

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Still have questions?  Learn more about the storage container rental process or go directly to our FAQ page.

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973-957-7600