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Container Transport is here to help you transport containers to and from all the cities in Rhode Island at affordable rates. Contact us today for a free estimate.
Container Transport is a top-rated container moving company in Rhode Island with over 14 years of experience. We help clients transport containers of all sizes and weights to and from all the cities in Rhode Island. Our services are available all year round, including during winter. We have a skilled team that will handle your container with care and ensure it’s delivered safely.
Winter is challenging to maneuver, but with a qualified company like ours, your container will be in the right hands. When you book our container shipping services in Rhode Island, expect to work with a professional expert who will choose a suitable trailer for transport, process paperwork, pull permits if necessary, and dispatch your shipment. The best part about working with a dedicated specialist is that you can always communicate with them for updates. Get a free shipping estimate today.
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Container Transport is a company you can count on to transport storage containers anytime you want. Whether your move is urgent or planned ahead of time, we have the resources and ability to complete it on time. Depending on the size and weight of your container, we use trailers such as lowboys, flatbeds, RGNs, and hotshots.
Your shipment will be insured before dispatch to protect it against potential damage and give you a stress-free experience. Booking our container moving services in Rhode Island is easy and can be done by calling, filling out our form, or emailing. Get your free estimate now!
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.
Container Transport has helped many customers relocate loaded containers safely. Whether you’re relocating to a new home, moving merchandise, or different items, we’re here to help. If you don’t own a container and plan on leasing one, it’s important to ensure you get the right size to fit your items. If you’re moving your home and aren’t sure what to lease, you can contact us for advice, and we will transport the container to your address for packing. We transport containers loaded with personal belongings, machinery, equipment, lumber, building materials, and more. Make your booking with us today.
We transport all types of containers to and from all the cities in Rhode Island. Whether you’re moving a custom or standard container, we will deliver it safely. Here are the different types of containers we ship.
Container Transport moves all types of containers. Whether yours is fully loaded, empty, half-empty, or customized, we will move it.
The price of transporting a container in Rhode Island is about $2.95 and $3.10 per mile. However, that’s just an estimate and not a conclusive cost because it varies from shipment to shipment depending on the number of containers you’re transporting, their sizes, the distance between pick-up and drop-off locations, time of the year, whether you require loading assistance and fuel costs. Rhode Island is one of the states where snow and shipping a container during winter might increase the cost of transport significantly due to the challenges faced and the scarcity of drivers. We ensure you get the best rates regardless of when you want your container shipped. Book our container shipping services in Rhode Island today!
| State to State | Distance | Trailer Cost |
| Newport, Rhode Island to Fremont, Nebraska | 1,445.5 mi | $4,481.05 |
| Bristol, Rhode Island to Miami, Florida | 1,483.2 mi | $4,597.92 |
| Homer, Alaska to Warwick, Rhode Island | 4,756.8 mi | $14,746.08 |
| Nampa, Idaho to Providence, Rhode Island | 2,663.1 mi | $8,255.61 |
| Ruston, Louisiana to Smithfield, Rhode Island | 1,533.1 mi | $4,752.61 |
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.
Container Transport moves containers to and from ports and airports in Rhode Island and across the country. Here are some of the most common ones;
Our drivers are licensed, vetted, and experienced. They know the best routes to and from different parts of Rhode Island to ensure your shipment is delivered on time and safely. Common routes they use include Interstate 95 (I-95), Interstate 195 (I-195), Interstate 295 (I-295), U.S. Route 1 (US 1), U.S. Route 6 (US 6), and U.S. Route 44 (US 44).
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.
“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!”
“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.”
“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.”
“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…”
“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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