Container Transporters in California

Container Transport is a reliable container shipping company in California. We’re to help you transport containers of all sizes, weights, and numbers safely. Get a free quote now!

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Professional Container Shipping Services in California

Container Transport is one of the best container-moving companies in California. We help businesses and individuals transport containers to and from different cities in California at affordable rates. Whether your container is coming from the port loaded or empty or if you’re transporting it across the country, we’re the right company for you.

Transporting a Conex Container.

We have resources across different parts of California to help us serve different customers simultaneously and efficiently. One of the many benefits of transporting containers to or from California with us is that you will work with a dedicated specialist who will handle all your needs from start to finish. That includes choosing the best trailer for transport, acquiring permits if needed, and dispatching the shipment on time. We have many trailers, such as flatbeds, hotshots, lowboys, step decks, and RGNs. Get a free estimate today!

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Fill out our quick and easy form to get started on transporting your container with a dedicated logistics specialist.

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Timely and Fully Insured Container Transport Services in California

We all love timely deliveries, whether it’s a package from Amazon or a shipping container. Our team is experienced and works tirelessly to ensure each shipment is dispatched on time to avoid inconveniencing you. Our top priority is to always protect your container for transport to guarantee safe delivery.

Crane lifting Container.

Hence, we fully insure each shipment and make the owner a holder of the insurance as proof and give them the power to claim compensation directly from our insurer if anything happens to their shipment while under our care. When our team arrives at the pick-up location, the first thing they do is inspect the container and fill out a bill of lading form. That form helps us document its state before transport and know if it arrived safely. Book our container transport services in California today and get a free estimate.

A Better B2B Shipping Experience

Container Transport offers all business container shipping solutions. Transport your valuable business assets locally, nationwide, or even overseas. As a family-owned business, we understand the importance of ensuring every detail is done correctly. We treat your container move as if it were our own.

24/7 Customer Support

24/7 Customer Support

Dedicated 24/7 customer support with one of our 120+ logistics agents ensures your business moves seamlessly, anytime, anywhere.

Customs Clearance

Customs Clearance

Our B2B freight shipping services include expert customs clearance, ensuring your shipments arrive smoothly and without delay.

Credit Line

Credit Line

We offer a credit line with monthly billing statements for easy and stress-free container transport.

A Better B2B Shipping Experience

Container Transport offers all business container shipping solutions. Transport your valuable business assets locally, nationwide, or even overseas. As a family-owned business, we understand the importance of ensuring every detail is done correctly. We treat your container move as if it were our own.

24/7 Customer Support

Dedicated 24/7 customer support with one of our 120+ logistics agents ensures your business moves seamlessly, anytime, anywhere.

Customs Clearance

Our B2B freight shipping services include expert customs clearance, ensuring your shipments arrive smoothly and without delay.

Credit Line

We offer a credit line with monthly billing statements for easy and stress-free container transport.

We Transport Personal Items, Furniture, and Household Goods Loaded in a Container To or From California

Shipping a container

Are you moving to California or another state or city? A shipping container might be safe and stress-free to make that move happen. You need to hire a container that can fit your items, carefully pack your furniture and items and load them in a container, or hire a professional. Once that’s done, our team will pick up the container on the day of your choice and head to your new home. It’s good to ensure your items are properly wrapped to protect them against shock during movement. Contact us today for a container transport estimate.

 

 

We Transport All Types of Containers To and From California

We’re licensed to transport containers of all dimensions and weights to and from all California cities. Whether yours is loaded or empty, or you’re transporting more than one, we’re the right company for you. Here are some types of containers we transport to and from California.

 

 

Container Types We Transport

Container Transport moves all types of containers. Whether yours is fully loaded, empty, half-empty, or customized, we will move it.

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What’s The Cost of Shipping a Container in California?

Moving a container to or from California costs between $2.95 and $3.10 per mile. That’s just an average cost, and it tends to fluctuate depending on what you’re transporting, when, and other factors. For example, if the cost of fuel is high, the cost of transport increases. When you provide us with your transport details, we will offer you an accurate estimate at the time of your booking. Here are container transport estimates to and from California.

State to State Distance Trailer Cost
Oakland, California to Concord, New Hampshire 3,070.3 mi $9,517,93
San Diego, California to Louisville, Kentucky 2,067.2 mi $6,408.32
Boca Raton, Florida to Anaheim, California 2,674.9 mi $8,292.19
Jonesboro, Arkansas to Fresno, California 1,888.1 mi $5,853.11
Ames, Iowa to Los Angeles, California 1,718.7 mi $5,327.97

Note: The above container moving costs are estimates and might be higher or lower upon booking. They depend on location, loading/unloading needs, weight, size, etc. Call us to get an accurate price.

 

 

Transport Containers To and From Ports and Airports in California With Us

California has some of the busiest ports in the world, and our team is committed to helping clients transport containers from these ports and airports all year round. Whether your container is headed to or from the port or airport, we will help you transport it. Below is a list of ports and airports we serve in California.

Working with a reputable company means that you get to enjoy premium services all around. Our experienced drivers only use reliable routes to get your containers where needed. The highways commonly used include I-5, I-10, I-15, I-80, I-405, I-580, US 101, SR I, SR 99, and SR 210.

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We Offer Container Transport Services To And From The Following Cities In California, Including:

Frequently Asked Questions

How Do I Get a Container Shipping Quote?

To get a quote for moving containers, you can call Container Transport or visit our website. Click the get quote tab, usually at the bottom of the home or about us page. Sometimes, the tab is on the menu section. Give details of what you want to ship, in this case, a container. Next, you need to give information on the final destination of your container. Before you get the quote or estimate, submit your personal information, including your name, phone number, and email, to receive your free quote for moving containers.

What Kind of Trailers Do You Use to Move a Container?

Moving containers requires the best trailers that can handle heavy or wide loads. The choice of a suitable trailer depends on the container size, 20 feet or 40 feet, and weight. Our container transport company has numerous types of trailers that handle oversized, heavy, or wide containers. Our logistic agents can recommend lightweight and high-strength chassis trailers because of their outstanding maneuverability, flexibility, and ability to carry 20-foot, 40-foot, and extended containers. We also use flatbed trailers that have adequate strength for container hauling. Another trailer option to hire is the Gooseneck, which can carry light to heavy containers.

How Do You Load a Container On a Trailer?

Loading a container on a trailer or truck requires specialized equipment or tools. Shipping container movers first ensure the container is in perfect condition, free from damages, holes, or issues that can damage the things inside. Next, the shipping specialists moving the containers ensure the trailer is parked in the best position for proper loading. It should have all the required tie-downs to hold the container securely for safe transportation. Our container transport company uses cargo lifters, such as top pickers, driverless AGVs, forklifts, and cranes, to lift the cargo and properly position it in the trailer for securing and transportation

Do I Need Permits to Ship a Container?

Yes, permits are a vital requirement when shipping a container locally or internationally. Some local, state, international, and federal guidelines, regulations, and laws require you to have permits based on the type of goods you are transporting and the final destination of your cargo. As a renowned legitimate transportation company, we navigate the shipping industry and regulations to ensure our clients get all the necessary permits to ship their containers safely without legal issues.

Do You Provide Cranes for Loading and Unloading Containers?

Yes, we have cranes that help us load and offload your container from trailers and other means of transportation. The numerous cranes for loading and unloading include crawler, tower, overhead, floating, and gantry cranes with different applications. Tower cranes are state-of-the-art equipment that can lift containers to and from trailers during intermodal shipping. Overhead cranes help in lifting heavy containers in our shipyards.

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Why Choose Container Transport

“Used Janelle to ship my car in a container – was easy, affordable, and had no problems! Great experience and would use her and her company again!”

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Victoria McNeil

“I worked with Gilbert Hevia twice. Once to solve an import container problem. And once to get product moved across the country – fast. He was excellent. Great pricing. Great service. I always knew the status of the shipment. I would hire this company again. Call Gilbert. He’ll solve it.”

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Tracey Holzapfel

“The transport guys were amazing. Knew exactly how to get around in tight spaces, quickly picked up our container and was on their way. Arrived at drop off location on time and dropped it exactly where we wanted it with no effort at all.”

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Kim Laug

“It was great working with Janelle to help me in my move from Maine to Washington. I was able to get my items packed into a 40ft shipping container and transported safely to its destination. Janelle kept in touch throughout the whole process to coordinate things and…”

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Jair Mendes

“I needed to move a shipping container out of the Miami port. Seth went above and beyond to ensure we had the right driver to get into the port and safely deliver to my home.”

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Katie Sweigard

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