Effective Date: September 2026

At Universal Containers LLC, we understand that delivery is an important part of purchasing a shipping container. Our goal is to make the delivery process clear, organized, transparent, and safe from order confirmation through placement at your location.

We coordinate container deliveries throughout the United States based on product availability, delivery location, carrier availability, site accessibility, and the requirements of the specific container.

1. Nationwide Delivery

Universal Containers LLC serves customers throughout the United States.

A flat-rate shipping and delivery fee of $655 applies to standard eligible container deliveries nationwide.

We coordinate deliveries to a variety of locations, including:

Residential properties
Construction sites
Farms
Warehouses
Manufacturing facilities
Commercial properties
Industrial sites
Schools
Government facilities

The $655 flat-rate delivery fee applies to standard deliveries that can be completed using normal transportation and unloading equipment.

Additional charges may apply only when the delivery requires specialized equipment, unusual placement services, difficult-access handling, re-delivery, or other services outside standard delivery. Any known additional charges will be disclosed to the customer before the applicable service is scheduled.

2. Order Processing & Delivery Scheduling

After an order has been confirmed and the required payment has been received and verified, our team begins the delivery coordination process.

Delivery scheduling may involve:

Confirming the customer’s delivery address.
Confirming container availability.
Identifying the appropriate delivery equipment.
Reviewing site-access requirements.
Coordinating with the transportation provider.
Establishing an estimated delivery window.
Confirming the delivery appointment with the customer.

Delivery dates are estimates until the carrier and delivery appointment have been confirmed.

3. Delivery Times

Delivery time depends on several factors, including:

Delivery location
Container availability
Distance from the inventory location
Carrier availability
Container size and type
Road conditions
Weather
Site accessibility
Special handling requirements

Customers will receive an estimated delivery timeframe after their order and delivery arrangements have been reviewed.

For containers requiring specialized transportation or handling, additional time may be required.

4. Delivery Methods

The delivery equipment used depends on the container, destination, and site conditions.

Tilt-Bed Delivery

Tilt-bed trucks are commonly used for standard container deliveries.

The container is unloaded from the truck by tilting the bed and allowing the container to slide into the prepared placement area.

This method generally requires:

Adequate truck access
Sufficient clearance
A suitable placement surface
Enough space for the truck and container

Flatbed Delivery

Flatbed transportation may be used for certain container types, longer-distance shipments, or multi-container orders.

Additional unloading equipment may be required where the container cannot be safely unloaded using standard equipment.

Specialized Delivery

Some locations may require specialized equipment or additional planning because of:

Restricted access
Sloped terrain
Limited maneuvering space
Elevated placement
Narrow entrances
Crane requirements
Other site-specific conditions

The standard $655 flat-rate delivery fee covers eligible standard delivery.

Specialized equipment or services that fall outside normal delivery may result in additional charges. Where reasonably possible, these charges will be communicated and agreed upon before the specialized service is scheduled.

5. Delivery Site Requirements

Customers are responsible for ensuring that their delivery site is prepared before the scheduled delivery.

Access

The delivery route should provide sufficient space for the delivery vehicle and container.

Customers should consider:

Road width
Entrance width
Turning radius
Driveway conditions
Overhead clearance
Utility lines
Trees and branches
Buildings and other structures

As a general guideline, customers should allow approximately 12 feet of width and 14 feet of vertical clearance, although actual requirements may vary depending on the delivery equipment and container.

6. Ground Conditions

The placement area should be:

Firm
Stable
Relatively level
Accessible to the delivery vehicle
Capable of supporting the container and delivery equipment

Soft, muddy, unstable, or excessively sloped ground may prevent safe delivery.

Customers may need to prepare the site using:

Gravel
Concrete pads
Railroad ties
Other appropriate support systems

Universal Containers LLC and its delivery providers reserve the right to postpone or decline placement when site conditions create an unsafe situation.

7. Placement Area

Before delivery, customers should ensure that the intended placement location is:

Clear of vehicles
Clear of equipment
Free from debris
Free from low-hanging branches
Clear of overhead power lines
Accessible to the delivery vehicle
Large enough for the container and unloading process

The customer is responsible for identifying the desired placement location before delivery.

8. Permits & Local Regulations

Container placement requirements vary by city, county, and state.

Depending on the intended use and location, permits or approvals may be required.

Customers are responsible for determining whether their project requires:

Building permits
Zoning approval
Land-use approval
HOA approval
Fire-code approval
Other local permits or permissions

Universal Containers LLC does not guarantee that a container placement will be permitted at a customer’s property.

Customers should contact their local authorities before ordering if they are unsure about applicable requirements.

9. Shipping & Delivery Costs

Universal Containers LLC charges a flat-rate shipping and delivery fee of $655 for standard eligible deliveries throughout the United States.

The standard $655 delivery fee is intended to cover normal transportation and standard unloading or placement under suitable delivery conditions.

The flat-rate fee does not automatically include extraordinary or specialized services such as:

Crane services
Specialized lifting equipment
Difficult-access placement
Extended unloading services
Elevated placement
Additional delivery personnel
Special transportation arrangements
Re-delivery caused by an unprepared or inaccessible site

Where additional services are necessary, the applicable additional cost will be disclosed before the service is scheduled whenever reasonably possible.

Customers should review the complete order total, including the container price, the $655 flat-rate delivery fee, and any approved specialized-service charges before completing payment.

10. Special Delivery Services

Additional charges may apply when a delivery requires services beyond standard transportation and placement.

Examples may include:

Crane services
Specialized lifting equipment
Extended unloading requirements
Difficult-access placement
Elevated placement
Additional delivery personnel
Special transportation arrangements
Re-delivery caused by an unprepared site

These charges are separate from the standard $655 flat-rate shipping and delivery fee.

Any known additional charges will be communicated before the specialized service is scheduled whenever reasonably possible.

Customers will not be charged for optional specialized services without being informed of the applicable cost beforehand.

11. Customer Responsibilities

To help ensure a successful delivery, customers are responsible for:

Providing Accurate Information

Customers must provide accurate:

Delivery address
Contact information
Site-access information
Placement instructions
Property information

Preparing the Site

The customer must ensure that the delivery location is accessible and suitable for placement.

Obtaining Required Permits

Customers are responsible for obtaining any permits or approvals required by their local jurisdiction.

Being Available

Customers should be available during delivery or designate an authorized representative who can assist with placement instructions.

Clearing the Delivery Area

Vehicles, equipment, debris, and other obstacles should be removed before the delivery vehicle arrives.

12. Delivery Delays

Although we work to coordinate deliveries efficiently, circumstances outside our control may affect delivery schedules.

Potential causes include:

Severe weather
Traffic
Road restrictions
Mechanical problems
Carrier delays
Equipment availability
Unexpected site conditions
Permit issues
Natural disasters
Other unforeseen circumstances

When a significant delay occurs, we will work with the customer and transportation provider to establish a revised delivery schedule.

13. Failed Delivery Attempts

A delivery may be delayed or rescheduled when the driver cannot safely access or place the container.

Examples include:

Insufficient access
Blocked driveway
Low power lines
Unsafe ground conditions
Insufficient clearance
Incorrect delivery address
Customer not available when required
Unauthorized placement location
Severe weather

Additional transportation or re-delivery charges may apply when a failed delivery is caused by conditions within the customer’s responsibility.

Any re-delivery charge is separate from the original $655 flat-rate shipping and delivery fee.

14. Delivery Inspection

Customers should inspect the container after delivery.

We recommend checking:

Container size
Container identification number, if applicable
Exterior condition
Doors
Locking mechanisms
Floor condition
Roof and walls
General condition
Any visible transportation damage

If you believe the delivered container is materially different from what was ordered or has suffered significant transportation damage, contact Universal Containers LLC promptly.

Photographs may be requested to assist with the investigation.

15. Delivery Damage

If damage is discovered upon delivery, customers should:

Photograph the affected area.
Photograph the entire container.
Record the container identification number, if available.
Contact Universal Containers LLC as soon as possible.
Avoid repairing or modifying the container before the claim is reviewed, unless necessary to address an immediate safety concern.

Our team will review the circumstances and determine the appropriate next steps.

16. Container Placement

Standard delivery generally means placing the container in an accessible location identified by the customer and approved by the delivery driver.

Drivers have final authority regarding whether a particular placement can be completed safely.

A driver may refuse a requested placement when:

Ground conditions are unsafe
Access is insufficient
Overhead hazards are present
The truck cannot safely maneuver
The requested location creates a risk of property damage or injury

Customer safety, driver safety, and protection of property take priority over a requested placement location.

17. Delivery of Multiple Containers

For bulk orders, containers may be delivered in multiple shipments depending on:

Inventory locations
Carrier availability
Route planning
Container quantity
Delivery destination
Equipment availability

Customers will receive applicable scheduling information for multi-container orders.

Unless otherwise stated in the customer’s quotation or order confirmation, the applicable shipping and delivery fee for a multi-container order will be clearly disclosed before payment.

18. Refrigerated & Specialized Containers

Certain products may require specialized transportation or handling.

Examples include:

Refrigerated containers
Open-side containers
Flat-rack containers
Modified containers
Office containers
Custom-built units

The standard $655 flat-rate shipping and delivery fee applies where these products can be transported and placed using normal delivery arrangements.

If specialized equipment or handling is required because of the particular product or delivery location, any additional charge will be disclosed before the specialized service is scheduled whenever reasonably possible.

19. Delivery & Returns

The standard $655 flat-rate shipping and delivery fee is separate from the advertised product price unless the applicable product listing, quotation, or order confirmation expressly states that delivery is included.

If an approved return requires transportation, responsibility for return shipping and related costs will be determined according to our Refund & Return Policy and the circumstances of the return.

The original outbound delivery charge and return-transportation costs will be handled according to the terms applicable to the specific return.

20. Contact Us About Delivery

If you have questions about delivery before placing your order, our sales team can help you determine whether your location is suitable and whether any specialized delivery requirements may apply.

Universal Containers LLC

Phone: +1 (713) 294-6529

Email: sales@universalcontainersllc.com

Address:
423 Langdon Rd
Hutchins, TX 75141
United States

Need Delivery Information?

When contacting our team, provide:

Container type
Container size
Quantity
Delivery address
City
State
ZIP code
Intended placement location
Any access restrictions
Special placement requirements

Providing accurate information helps our team determine whether standard delivery applies and identify any specialized delivery requirements before dispatch.

Our Delivery Commitment

Universal Containers LLC is committed to making container delivery as clear, safe, and predictable as possible.

We focus on:

Transparent Pricing Standard eligible deliveries are subject to a clearly disclosed $655 flat-rate shipping and delivery fee nationwide.

Coordination Working with customers and delivery providers to arrange appropriate transportation.

Communication Informing customers of any necessary specialized-service charges before those services are scheduled whenever reasonably possible.

Safety Prioritizing safe transportation, unloading, and placement.

Reliability — Working to meet agreed delivery schedules while recognizing that transportation, weather, carrier availability, and site conditions can affect timing.

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