Des Moines Storage and Shipping Container Movers

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Let Us Transport Your Shipping or Storage Container in Des Moines, Iowa

Container Transport stands out as one of the best container shipping companies in Des Moines, Iowa. We transport containers of all types, helping businesses and individuals safely deliver them anywhere in Iowa and other states. We’re licensed, certified, and fully insured to qualify as a container shipping company. That means we’ve completed the training and certification process to handle containers. Containers are a big part of our lives due to their versatility and ability to be moved from one location to another. Container Transport has the experts to plan and dispatch your shipment on time and the resources to make the move possible. We have modern state-of-the-art trailers in cities across the country, which help us serve you fast and efficiently. Book our container moving services in Des Moines, Iowa, for a free estimate.

Container Shipping on a Trailer.
Container on a trailer.

Container Moving Services You Can Rely On in Des Moines, Iowa

Container Transport offers efficient container shipping services in Des Moines, Iowa. We help customers move containers of all sizes and weights. To make a booking, you only need to provide us with the pick-up and drop-off addresses, weight, dimensions, and shipping date. That information is essential because we can start making plans, such as choosing a trailer for transport, contacting a driver near the pick-up address, and giving you an accurate estimate. When you ship an empty or loaded container with us, we ensure it’s protected against damage before it’s loaded on a trailer for transport. Book our shipping and storage container shipping services in Des Moines, Iowa, to get started. 

Import and Export Container Moving Services

Whether you’re importing a container with goods for your business or exporting an empty one, we’re here to help. Container Transport has over a decade of experience in import and export container transport services. We’re here to ensure your container is transported smoothly and your items arrive in good condition. Whether you’re importing or exporting single or multiple containers, we’re here to get the job done. Call us for a free quote.

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20ft Container on a Trailer.

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Loaded and Empty Container Shipping Services in Des Moines, Iowa

Container Transport doesn’t only transport empty containers. We also transport loaded containers for clients. Customers can ship household goods, equipment, machinery, tools, tractors, merchandise, and construction materials loaded in containers. Containers are a great way of moving any type of goods in bulk. However, you must ensure everything is well packaged to avoid getting damaged while in transit. For example, if you’re moving to another residential area, take your time in carefully packing your personal belongings in boxes before they’re loaded into the container. That minimizes the risk of damage, and your valuables arrive safely. Book our loaded container transportation services in Des Moines, Iowa, today. 

container types we transport

20ft Container Transport Services

20ft Container Transport Services
40ft Container Transport Services

40ft Container Transport Services
Conex Container Shipping Services

Conex Container Shipping Services
Container Clinic Transport

Container Clinic Transport
Container Garage Transport

Container Garage Transport
Container Home Moving Services

Container Home Moving Services
Container Pool Shipping Services

Container Pool Shipping Services
Container Sauna Transport

Container Sauna Transport
Dry Storage Container Transport

Dry Storage Container Transport
Flat Rack Container Moving Services

Flat Rack Container Moving Services
Food Truck and Kitchen Container Shipping

Food Truck and Kitchen Container Shipping
High Cube Container Moving Services 

High Cube Container Moving Services 
Modified Container Shipping Services

Modified Container Shipping Services
Open-Top Container Transport Services

Open-Top Container Transport Services
Roll-Up Door Container Transport Services

Roll-Up Door Container Transport Services
Shipping Container Bathroom Transport

Shipping Container Bathroom Transport
Swap Body Container Movers

Swap Body Container Movers
Tank Container Shipping Company

Tank Container Shipping Company

Budget-Friendly Container Moving Services in Des Moines, Iowa 

The cost of shipping a container in Des Moines, Iowa, depends on the weight, dimensions, distance, fuel cost, and shipping date. Therefore, it’s not fixed. For example, transporting a container during high season might save you money due to the high availability of drivers along your route. However, shipping a container during the low seasons, such as winter, increases the cost of transport due to the low availability of drivers and the high cost of insurance due to the risks involved. We’re an experienced company with the skills to transport containers in all seasons, including winter. Therefore, if you’re in a rush and your shipment can’t wait, we will deliver it safely. Book our affordable container shipping and delivery services in Des Moines, Iowa, today. 

Transporting a Cannabis Extraction Facility Container.
State to StateDistanceTrailer Cost
Des Moines, Iowa to Houma, Louisiana1,037.3 mi$3,215.63
Des Moines, Iowa to Wilmington, North Carolina1,227.0 mi$3,803.7
Monticello, Utah to Des Moines, Iowa1,073.8 mi$3,328.78
Seattle, Washington to Des Moines, Iowa1,756.1 mi$5,443.91
Yuma, Arizona to Des Moines, Iowa1,619.9 mi$5,021.69

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

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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.

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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.

Transport a Container To and From These Ports and Airports Serving Des Moines, Iowa

We transport containers in these ports and airports near Des Moines, Iowa, and nationwide. 

  • Port of Chicago
  • Port of St. Louis
  • Port of Kansas City 
  • Port of New Orleans
  • Des Moines International Airport (DSM) 
  • Ankeny Regional Airport (IKV) 

Here are some highways we use to ensure your container is delivered to the right address and on time: Interstate 35 (I-35), Interstate 80 (I-80), Interstate 235 (I-235), U.S. Route 65 (US 65), U.S. Route 69 (US 69), Iowa Highway 5 (IA 5), and Iowa Highway 28 (IA 28).

Container Shipping Services To and From Cities Near Des Moines, Iowa

We transport containers to and from these cities neighboring Des Moines, Iowa. 

  • West Des Moines
  • Ankeny
  • Urbandale
  • Clive
  • Johnston
  • Altoona
  • Pleasant Hill
  • Norwalk
  • Windsor Heights
  • Waukee

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Frequently aSKED questions

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.
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.
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.
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.
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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