Most Popular Size

20ft Shipping Containers in California

The most popular container size in California. Fits most residential driveways, holds the equivalent of a two-car garage, and delivers to your address with pricing always included.

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Specifications

20ft Container Dimensions & Details

The 20ft standard container -- sometimes called a TEU (Twenty-foot Equivalent Unit) -- is the global standard in intermodal shipping. It's the most widely available container size and the most practical choice for the majority of California residential and small-business customers.

At 20 feet long and 8 feet wide, it fits comfortably in a standard California residential driveway and can be placed on most lots without special equipment or extensive site preparation. The steel construction handles California's weather -- sun exposure, coastal moisture, earthquakes, and temperature extremes -- without any concerns.

Exterior Dimensions

Length20 ft 0 in (6.058 m)
Width8 ft 0 in (2.438 m)
Height8 ft 6 in (2.591 m)

Interior Dimensions

Length19 ft 4 in (5.898 m)
Width7 ft 9 in (2.352 m)
Height7 ft 10 in (2.385 m)
Volume~1,170 cu ft (33.1 m³)
Door Opening (W × H)7 ft 8 in × 7 ft 5 in

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Condition Options

Used WWT vs. One-Trip: Which Is Right for You?

Used Wind & Water Tight (WWT)

Inspected and certified to keep wind and water out. Shows the normal cosmetic wear you'd expect from a container that's spent years in commercial shipping service -- surface rust, paint chips, minor dents. But the interior stays dry, the doors seal tight, and the floor is structurally solid.

Best for: General storage, construction sites, farm and ranch use, any application where appearance is less important than value.

Most popular choice for California homeowners and ranchers. The best value for the dollar.

One-Trip (Like New)

Made a single ocean crossing from the factory and is essentially brand new. Minimal cosmetic marks from that one voyage, clean and dry interior, excellent floor condition, like-new paint. More expensive than used WWT, but the cleanest container you can buy short of a factory-new unit.

Best for: Conversions, food-adjacent storage, clients who want the best-looking unit, sensitive storage applications.

Top choice for California container conversion projects and customers who want premium appearance.
Use Cases

What California Customers Use 20ft Containers For

Home Renovation Storage

Los Angeles homeowners use 20ft containers to clear out furniture and belongings during kitchen remodels, basement finishing, and whole-home renovations. Fits in the driveway while work is underway, then gets picked up when you're done.

California Ranch Storage

Smaller ranches and hobby farms across the Central Valley and Inland Empire use 20ft containers for storing hand tools, fencing supplies, tack, small equipment, and seasonal items that don't justify a full 40ft.

Contractor Tool Storage

California contractors use 20ft containers on smaller job sites where a 40ft is too large or too hard to position. Easy to lock, weather-tight, and far more secure than a job-site trailer for storing valuable tools and materials.

Mountain Property Gear

ATVs, boats, surfboards, and off-season equipment need weatherproof storage at rural properties. A 20ft container at your Lake County or Sierra foothill property beats a leaky shed every time.

Small Business Overflow

California small businesses -- retailers, landscape companies, equipment rental operations -- use 20ft containers to handle seasonal inventory overflow without paying for expensive commercial storage units.

Vehicle & Classic Car Storage

A 20ft container is wide enough to store a motorcycle or ATV and fits perfectly in most garages or paved areas. California collectors use them for protecting vehicles from UV damage and coastal salt air.

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Delivery Info

20ft Container Delivery in California

What You Need for Delivery

  • Clear approach: At least 25–30 feet of clear, firm surface for the truck to position and tilt.
  • Overhead clearance: No low branches, power lines, or carport roofs in the delivery path.
  • Firm ground: Grass, gravel, dirt, or concrete all work. Soft or waterlogged ground may need gravel prep.
  • Final placement spot: Know where you want it before the driver arrives -- repositioning on-site is possible but easier to plan ahead.

Delivery Timing Across California

  • Greater Los Angeles & Southern California: 1–2 weeks
  • Bay Area & Northern California: 1–2 weeks
  • Central Valley (Fresno, Bakersfield): 1–2 weeks
  • Inland Empire & San Diego: 1–2 weeks
  • Rural & Remote Properties: 2–3 weeks (access-dependent)
Price always includes delivery. No surprise freight charges. The number you get is the number you pay.
FAQ

20ft Container Questions

In most cases, yes. You need at least 25–30 feet of clear, firm surface for the delivery truck to position and tilt the container off. The container itself is 20 feet long and 8 feet wide. If your driveway is tight, send us a photo or description -- we can often advise without a site visit. HOA properties may have placement restrictions, so check before ordering.
For most California homeowners using a 20ft for general storage, renovation, or moving, a used WWT container is the right choice -- it's inspected, certified to keep weather out, and offers significantly better value than one-trip. One-trip is worth the premium if you want the cleanest possible interior or are planning a conversion project (office, studio, etc.).
A 20ft container has roughly 1,170 cubic feet of interior space -- comparable to a two-car garage. You can fit the contents of a 3-bedroom home, a significant amount of construction materials, or multiple pallets of inventory. The maximum payload is around 47,900 lbs (though for most storage uses, you'll never come close to that).
It depends on your municipality. Rural California counties often have no permit requirement for temporary storage containers. Los Angeles, California Springs, and other metro areas may require a permit for placement lasting more than a short term or for permanent structural use. Check with your local building department. We're happy to advise on what questions to ask -- just call or text us.

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