Looking for shipping containers for sale in Maine? First Choice Containers delivers new and used shipping containers, container offices, refrigerated containers and site buildings to Portland, Bangor, Lewiston, Augusta and Biddeford, 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.
In Maine, containers protect fishing gear, lobster traps and boat equipment along the coast, and they store firewood, tools and seasonal goods inland. Insulation helps a lot through long, cold winters.
Popular uses for shipping containers in Maine
- Fishing and lobster gear
- Boat and marine storage
- Seasonal and camp storage
- Construction storage
Shipping container sizes we deliver in Maine
- 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 Maine: 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 Maine
Shipping container delivery in Maine
We deliver throughout Maine, including Portland, Bangor, Lewiston, Augusta and Biddeford. 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 Maine
Containers handle snow loads well, but clear heavy drifts from the doors and choose a roll-up door container or a container with a personnel door if you need access all winter. Near the coast, choose a well-painted Corten steel container and touch up scratches quickly to slow salt-air corrosion. In deep cold, an insulated container keeps tools, paint and supplies from freezing and makes a far more comfortable workshop or office.
Nearby states we serve
We also deliver to New Hampshire. See the full list of states we deliver shipping containers to.
Get a delivered price in Maine
Frequently asked questions
Do you deliver shipping containers in Maine?
Yes. We deliver new and used shipping containers throughout Maine, including Portland, Bangor, Lewiston, Augusta and Biddeford. Request a quote with your ZIP code for a delivered price.
How much does a shipping container cost in Maine?
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 Maine before you order.
Do I need a permit for a shipping container in Maine?
Rules are set by your city or county in Maine, 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 Maine's climate?
Containers handle snow loads well, but clear heavy drifts from the doors and choose a roll-up door container or a container with a personnel door if you need access all winter.
