Looking for shipping containers for sale in Alabama? First Choice Containers delivers new and used shipping containers, container offices, refrigerated containers and site buildings to Birmingham, Huntsville, Mobile, Montgomery and Tuscaloosa, and to towns and rural properties across the state. Every container is delivered to your site, and you get a delivered price for your ZIP code before you order.
From the Port of Mobile to the aerospace and auto plants around Huntsville and Montgomery, Alabama businesses use containers for parts storage, site offices and overflow stock. Farms across the Black Belt use them as secure, rodent-proof barns.
Popular uses for shipping containers in Alabama
- Farm and hunting land storage
- Auto and manufacturing parts
- Construction site offices
- Gulf Coast storm-season storage
Shipping container sizes we deliver in Alabama
- Mini shipping containers: 6ft to 12ft, for small yards and tight spaces
- 10ft containers: compact storage for homes and small businesses
- 20ft shipping containers: the most popular size, about 1,170 cu ft
- 40ft shipping containers: double the space for farms, contractors and businesses
- High cube, 45ft and 53ft containers for extra height and length
Also available in Alabama: refrigerated containers, container offices, container homes, steel cabins and toilet blocks. Not sure whether to buy new or used? Compare new one-trip containers and used shipping containers.
Containers for sale in Alabama
Shipping container delivery in Alabama
We deliver throughout Alabama, including Birmingham, Huntsville, Mobile, Montgomery and Tuscaloosa. Most containers arrive on a tilt-bed truck, which slides the container straight onto your prepared spot. A 20ft container needs about 60ft of straight-line clearance and a 40ft needs about 100ft. Where access is tight, we can arrange a crane. Ground should be firm and level; gravel, concrete blocks or railroad ties all work well. See our shipping policy for details.
Climate tips for containers in Alabama
Humidity can cause condensation inside bare steel, so we recommend vents, an anti-condensation coating or an insulated container for stored furniture, paper or electronics. In hurricane-prone areas, place the container on a level, firm base and ask us about tie-down points. Steel containers are far stronger in high winds than sheds or garages.
Nearby states we serve
We also deliver to Mississippi, Tennessee, Georgia, Florida. See the full list of states we deliver shipping containers to.
Get a delivered price in Alabama
Frequently asked questions
Do you deliver shipping containers in Alabama?
Yes. We deliver new and used shipping containers throughout Alabama, including Birmingham, Huntsville, Mobile, Montgomery and Tuscaloosa. Request a quote with your ZIP code for a delivered price.
How much does a shipping container cost in Alabama?
The price depends on the size, condition and your delivery location. You can see current prices on our product pages, and we will quote delivery to your ZIP code in Alabama before you order.
Do I need a permit for a shipping container in Alabama?
Rules are set by your city or county in Alabama, not statewide. Storage containers on private property are often allowed, but some areas have zoning or HOA limits, and container homes and offices usually need a building permit. Check with your local planning office before delivery.
What type of container is best for Alabama's climate?
Humidity can cause condensation inside bare steel, so we recommend vents, an anti-condensation coating or an insulated container for stored furniture, paper or electronics.
