Storage Container Rentals in Columbia, SC

20′ and 40′ steel storage containers delivered to homes, businesses, and job sites across Columbia, Richland County, and Lexington County. Standard or high cube, short or long-term. Family owned for 35+ years, based about 45 miles east in Sumter.

Serving Columbia and the Midlands

We deliver storage containers throughout Richland and Lexington counties, not just the city limits:

In and around the city: Shandon, Rosewood, Forest Acres, Five Points, the Vista, and Northeast Columbia
West of the river: West Columbia, Cayce, Lexington, Irmo, and Chapin
North on I-77: Blythewood and northeast Richland County

Our yard is in Sumter, about 45 miles east of downtown Columbia on US-378, so every Midlands delivery is scheduled with a local driver who knows the area.

Storage Container Sizes Available

All containers feature heavy-gauge weathering steel, secure lockboxes, and ground-level swing-out doors.

20' Storage Container

Length: 20 ft
Width: 8 ft
Std Height: 8'6"
High Cube: 9'6"
Best for: Residential storage, small job sites, tight delivery locations

40' Storage Container

Length: 40 ft
Width: 8 ft
Std Height: 8'6"
High Cube: 9'6"
Best for: Construction, manufacturing overflow, commercial storage, long-term projects

High Cube

Length: 20 or 40 ft
Width: 8 ft
High Cube: 9'6"
Extra clearance: +1 ft
Best for: Tall equipment, racking systems, workshop conversions

Not sure which size you need? Our team will help you choose the most cost-effective option based on your materials and timeline.

How Columbia Customers Use Our Containers

Home renovations and moves: older neighborhoods like Shandon and Rosewood often have narrow, tree-lined driveways where a 20′ container is the right fit.
Businesses and warehouses: overflow inventory and seasonal stock for shops and distribution sites along the I-20, I-26, and I-77 corridors.
Construction sites: lockable tool and material storage for projects across the Midlands, including the fast-growing Blythewood and I-77 corridor.
Lake Murray and lake-area homes: off-season storage for furniture, dock gear, and equipment in Irmo, Chapin, and Lexington.
Storm and water-damage recovery: keep contents dry and secure on site while repairs are made.

Before Your Container Arrives in Columbia

City of Columbia zoning: the City’s Temporary Use Permit application lists storage pods among the structures that may need a site plan and Zoning Administrator review. If you are unsure whether your placement needs one, contact Columbia Planning and Development (Zoning@ColumbiaSC.gov) before delivery.
Outside city limits: addresses in unincorporated Richland or Lexington County, or towns like Cayce, West Columbia, and Irmo, follow their own zoning rules.
HOAs: many Columbia-area neighborhoods limit where and how long a container can sit.
Keep it off the street: placement in a public right-of-way needs an encroachment permit. See our dumpster and container permit guide.
Leave room for the truck: about 50 feet of straight clearance for a 20′ and 80 feet for a 40′.

Local rules change. This reflects publicly posted City of Columbia information as of November 2026.

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Storage Container FAQs: Columbia, SC

Do you deliver storage containers in Columbia, SC?

Yes. We deliver 20 and 40-foot storage containers throughout Columbia and Richland and Lexington counties, including Forest Acres, West Columbia, Cayce, Lexington, Irmo, Chapin, and Blythewood.

Do I need a permit for a storage container in Columbia?

It depends on the address. The City of Columbia's Temporary Use Permit application lists storage pods among structures that may need a site plan and zoning review, and placement in a public right-of-way needs an encroachment permit. Contact Columbia Planning and Development if you are unsure, and check HOA rules.

What size container fits a Columbia driveway?

A 20-foot container fits most residential driveways and needs about 50 feet of straight clearance for delivery. Narrow or tree-lined driveways in older neighborhoods are usually best suited to a 20-foot unit.

Can you deliver to a business or job site in the Midlands?

Yes. We deliver to warehouses, retail sites, and construction projects across the Midlands. A 40-foot container needs about 80 feet of straight clearance.

How long can I rent a storage container in Columbia?

As long as you need. We offer flexible short and long-term rentals, from a couple of weeks to a year or more.

Are your containers secure and weather-tight?

Yes. They are heavy-gauge Corten weathering steel with sealed swing-out doors and a steel lockbox on every unit. Locks are not included.

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