General FAQs
What are your hours of operation?
We are open 8AM – 5PM Monday thru Friday.
Can I rent a storage trailer or container and have it stored on E&J property?
Yes, for an additional fee we will store your contents on our property.
Can I look at the product before purchasing?
Absolutely! We encourage our customers to look at our products before purchasing, it is one of the things that sets us apart from our competitors.
What is the minimum amount of time for a lease of a container or trailer?
E&J Trailer can structure a storage container rental agreement from one week to five years. If you contact us, we will be happy to arrange a plan to meet your needs. Unless specified you will be billed on a month-to-month basis on a 12 Month Calendar.
Do you accept credit cards?
Yes, please note our processing charges a 3.99% surcharge for credit card usage.
Can I set up auto payment for leasing fees?
Yes, we are happy to set up an automatic recurring payment.
Do you have a leasing agreement?
What is the difference between a storage trailer and a storage container?
A storage trailer sits on average 52 inches off the ground and can be brought to a loading dock and moved on-site. Ground-level trailer storage is not possible due to their design. A portable storage container is ground level, providing the ability to walk right in. However, the 20-foot or 40-foot containers are limited in ability to be moved, where trailers are much more mobile from dock to dock.
What are the dimensions of your trailers and containers?
Our trailers range from 27’ to 53’. Our most popular container sizes are 20 feet and 40 feet in length. We also have a limited inventory of 10’, 20’ high cube and 45’ high cube containers.
Delivery FAQs
How far will you deliver?
Our average delivery radius is within 150 miles of the Cincinnati area, we can travel further upon request.
How fast is delivery?
The average is 3-7 business days for delivery but can attempt to make exceptions based on location and schedule. Please note that deliveries are subject to weather delay.
Will my delivery have a fuel surcharge?
At E&J Trailer we do not add a fuel surcharge to delivery costs.
Container FAQs
Can you deliver two 20’ containers on one truck?
Yes, we can. Two 20′ Storage office containers take up the same amount of space as one 40′ container.
What container accessories do you offer?
We offer door locks, lock boxes, canopies, ramps, stacking locks, shelving, insulation kits, extra doors (roll up or swing), and windows.
What is the difference between high cube and standard height containers?
Standard height is 8’6” tall and a high cube is 9’6”. Door opening heights are 7’ 5.75” on standard and 8’ 5.25” on a high cube.
Is there steel support under the container floor?
Yes, 4” steel cross members.
Do containers have ventilation?
Yes, newer units offer more ventilation than older units.
Do containers come with a title?
No, containers do not come with a title, but we will give you an invoice and bill of sale with purchase.
Will a car fit in a container?
Typically, yes. We have many customers who use them for car storage, give us a call with specifics.
Do I need a permit to put a container on my property?
Typically, no, because it is not a permanent structure, but we always suggest checking with your local building department for the most up to date information. This is a benefit to portable, non-permanent structures.
Can containers be moved while loaded?
Yes, but please note that our trailers tilt containers at a 12–15-degree angle when loading and unloading. You will want to be confident in securing your belongings, as we take no responsibility for potential movement or damage during transportation.
What is the difference between container and connex box?
There is no difference between a container and a connex box, they are one and the same.
Do you offer a lease to own option for containers?
No, currently we do not offer lease to own, however we will do a lease with a buyout option and the lessee can make additional payments toward the buyout price at any time. Give us a call for more details.
Can containers be set on the ground, or do they need airflow below?
A solid base such as concrete or gravel with good drainage is ideal. Our recommendation is to set containers on 4×4’s or 4×6’s, especially if they are set on soft ground/ grass.
Is there any site prep?
We strongly advise selecting a flat and level surface for the placement of your container. In the event that such a surface is not available, we highly recommend taking measures to ensure proper leveling of the container. Should you decide to position or relocate the container in an area such as grass or soft ground, we kindly request that the ground be sufficiently dry. This precautionary measure aims to prevent any potential complications such as our vehicles becoming immobilized, which may result in additional charges.
Can storage containers be stacked?
Yes.
Can a forklift be driven into a container?
Yes, keep in mind that there is 4-6” of elevation to door frame and mast height must be verified to ensure fitment. Door opening Heights are 7’ 5.75” on standard and 8’ 5.25” on a high cube.
Can you certify a container I own, or purchase, for use in overseas shipping?
Through a partnership with a local company, we can facilitate prompt and thorough inspections to certify your shipping container for overseas use. Please contact us to arrange an inspection or for more information.
Do you move containers?
Yes, we do offer the service of transporting your empty container, give us a call for a quote.
Do you purchase or buy back containers?
Yes! Give us a call today for a quote!
Do you offer modification of containers?
We do offer a limited amount of modification such as adding roll up and man doors, windows, insulation kits, and extra ventilation.
What is the weight of the containers?
20’ containers weigh 4,500 – 5,000 lbs. and 40’ are 8,200 – 9,000 lbs.
Can a container withstand a hurricane or tornado?
We cannot certify or guarantee that a container can withstand a hurricane or tornado, we can only share container manufacturer specifications which state that storage containers are made to withstand winds up to 100 miles per hour.
Trailer FAQs
Who can move the storage trailer?
Yard holsters can move storage trailers onsite, but they are not to be transported over the road.
Do you offer overhead or swing door trailers?
When available we offer both.
How many pallets fit in a storage trailer?
The answer depends on the size of the trailer. For 102-inch-wide trailers with a 13-foot 6-inch external height, using 48” wide pallets a 53-foot trailer holds 26 pallets, a 48-foot trailer holds 24 pallets, a 45-foot trailer holds 22 pallets, and a 28-foot trailer holds 12 pallets. A 96” wide trailer in the same length will handle 42” pallets in the same quantity.