PODS containers are made of a steel frame with specially designed, aluminum skin panels. The top is a translucent durable polymer material that allows ambient light to pass through and illuminate the inside of the container. Plus, there is a light-weight steel roll up door.

PODS containers are weather-resistant. The construction has been designed to withstand 110 mph winds when partially filled.

Only you have the key to your PODS container. PODS Storage Centers feature sophisticated security systems. PODS delivery trucks are equipped with a patented lift system that minimizes the shift of contents while in transit. PODS offers a content protection program.

PODS containers are designed to accommodate a typical household. Larger households will require multiple containers. In general, each 8x7x7 container may accommodate 1 room, each 8x8x12 container may accommodate 2-3 rooms, and each 8x8x16 container may accommodate 3-4 rooms. As every household is different, the customer is responsible for assessing the container capacity for their belongings. Container sizes are approximate.

Long distance moves use the 8x8x16 container.

Yes. PODS' scheduling technology permits flexible delivery and pick-up days for convenient loading and unloading. PODS containers can be delivered and picked-up based upon the day of your moving requirement, schedule permitting.

PODS containers are designed to allow for partial household loads. There are eyehooks for tie downs every 4 feet and throughout the container that permit securing the load.

PODS can recommend companies for packing, loading, or unloading in each of our locations. Our flexible scheduling allows for adequate time to load the PODS container at your leisure. Our packing services page can provide additional details.

PODS allows you to pack your PODS container at your leisure. There are no deadlines, time pressure, you move when you are ready.

Select the "Ready to place an order!" option or contact our Sales and Service Center at 1-888-776-PODS (7637) to have your PODS container delivered to your home or place of business.

You can often get a PODS container the next day depending on availability. Our schedules can fill up quickly. We recommend that you order or schedule your container as soon as possible.

No, although we recommend that someone be present whenever possible. Our deliveries and pick-ups may occur at any time after 7:00 am local time. The customer is responsible for ensuring that there is adequate clearance and accessibility for the desired location of the container.

PODS delivery truck is equipped with a patented hydraulic lift system, PODZILLA, designed to reduce shifting of your contents. It securely transports the PODS container to and from your location.

Our professional drivers are experts at transporting our PODS containers. The use of PODZILLA minimizes the possibility of shifting or damage. PODS offers a complete variety of packing services and supplies. PODS also offers a comprehensive content protection program.

PODS provides services in most major markets. Moving longer distances may require the movement from one secure Storage Center facility to another. PODS is the ideal solution to pack and unpack your belongings only one time and store them in our secure warehouses when needed. Most movers pack and unpack your possessions several times when moving and storing them.

Delivery time depends on a variety of factors, which include availability of delivery vehicles and the distance to the delivery location. PODS scheduling technology provides the flexibility to meet your moving needs.

PODS operates all locations 6 days per week and in some locations 7 days. We recognize the need to offer loading and unloading flexibility and we do not limit the time the PODS container can stay on your property. Local ordinances may be applicable. You may want to check with your local authorities.

PODS Storage Centers are designed from corporate guidelines to assure the secure movement of your container from one location to another. They are secure, dry facilities that accommodate the storage of individual containers. You have the only key to your lock on your container.

You can schedule access to your container by contacting our customer service department. Access is available to our Storage Center locations typically within 24 to 48 hours, 6 days per week. There is no additional charge for this service. PODS internal container access can vary by location.

PODS pricing is based upon delivery charges, transportation charges, and storage costs. Billing is on a monthly basis. PODS offers free quotations that are valid for 7 days. Once scheduled, the pricing and invoices are determined and posted to the account.

PODS quotations include all taxes and applicable delivery charges. Packing supplies, locks, and a content protection program are available upon request. In some cases where a paved driveway is not available or it would be difficult to place the container, additional charges are possible. Check with our agents for details.

PODS accepts these major debit and credit cards: Visa, MasterCard, American Express and Discover. Certain locations may accept check, money order or cash for local moves. PODS' billing cycle begins on the day of initial delivery and continues to the same day the following month.

In order to place a PODS container on your property we need a clearance of 12 feet in width and 15 feet in height with no steep inclines, low branches or wires.

PODS uses a patented hydraulic lift system, PODZILLA, designed to position the container safely on your driveway. For new driveways check with your builder or developer before scheduling placement. We are unable to determine the integrity of any paved surface, so you should always check for existing cracks and request placement away from that area.

Yes, most driveways that will allow for two vehicles to be placed side by side or end to end will accommodate two containers to be placed. 25 feet in width and 15 feet in height will allow for side by side placement. For end to end placement, we need 12' in width, 15' in height and 33' in length.

Delivery can be made if you are not available, just be sure you provide specific delivery instructions at the time you place your order. It is recommended that you visit our website prior to delivery to review and accept the terms and conditions of our customer rental agreements. If you are unable to do so, all applicable paperwork will be left for you inside the container.

PODS will inform you of any regulation that we are aware of. If we do not have information for your area, a quick internet search on the city website should provide you the information you are looking for.

Unless there is a specific regulation that defines the amount of time a container may be placed at your location, you may keep it for as long as you need.

While we are able to successfully place a container within a single parking space, we recommend you contact your property management to determine what the delivery requirements are.

While the container is at your location, please make sure to keep the roll up door locked when you are not accessing the container.

Parking lots: Shared parking areas require 3 consecutive parking spaces for delivery and pickup. Your container will be placed in the middle space.

Our deliveries usually begin @ 7:00 am local time and will work until all deliveries scheduled for that day are completed.

We always recommend to place the container on a paved surface, but if not available, our professional drivers will work with you to determine other placement options.

We are able to successfully place containers in most locations without resulting in damage. Please note however, that if you elect for a non-paved surface placement, there is always the possibility of some yard damage, especially if the ground is wet, or the soil is loose. In all cases, we take the utmost care to deliver your container in a fashion that minimizes the possibility of any damage.