Looking for shipping containers for sale in Louisiana? First Choice Containers delivers new and used shipping containers, container offices, refrigerated containers and site buildings to New Orleans, Baton Rouge, Shreveport, Lafayette and Lake Charles, 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.
Louisiana's ports, petrochemical plants and offshore industry make heavy use of containers, including DNV offshore boxes and bunded stores. Seafood and restaurant businesses rely on refrigerated containers, and homeowners use steel storage through hurricane season.
Popular uses for shipping containers in Louisiana
- Petrochemical and offshore storage
- Seafood and restaurant cold storage
- Hurricane-season storage
- Construction and recovery sites
Shipping container sizes we deliver in Louisiana
- 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 Louisiana: 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 Louisiana
Shipping container delivery in Louisiana
We deliver throughout Louisiana, including New Orleans, Baton Rouge, Shreveport, Lafayette and Lake Charles. 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 Louisiana
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. 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. Near the coast, choose a well-painted Corten steel container and touch up scratches quickly to slow salt-air corrosion.
Nearby states we serve
We also deliver to Texas, Arkansas, Mississippi. See the full list of states we deliver shipping containers to.
Get a delivered price in Louisiana
Frequently asked questions
Do you deliver shipping containers in Louisiana?
Yes. We deliver new and used shipping containers throughout Louisiana, including New Orleans, Baton Rouge, Shreveport, Lafayette and Lake Charles. Request a quote with your ZIP code for a delivered price.
How much does a shipping container cost in Louisiana?
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 Louisiana before you order.
Do I need a permit for a shipping container in Louisiana?
Rules are set by your city or county in Louisiana, 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 Louisiana's climate?
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.
