A 40ft storage container gives you roughly double the space of a 20-footer, and monthly rates on the smaller unit run 100 to 250 dollars depending on term length and delivery distance. Des Plaines Porta Pros handles delivery and pickup for job sites, renovations and long-term storage needs across Des Plaines.
Storage container pricing depends on size, length of rental and how far the truck has to travel. Des Plaines Porta Pros prices storage container rentals by the month, and the numbers below cover the 20ft option since that is the unit with measured data. For exact 40ft container quotes, request a quote and we will confirm based on your Des Plaines address and site access.
| unit | duration | low | typical | high |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| storage | month | 100 | 125 | 250 |
| delivery_fee | month | 120 | 172 | 420 |
Delivery fees vary with distance and site conditions, which matters if you are comparing a 40 foot storage container rental near California or Texas job sites against a Des Plaines drop. Freight and fuel differences are real, so a quote tied to your actual address beats a number pulled from another region. See our storage container rental cost page for the fuller breakdown.
A 40 foot storage container rental holds roughly double what a 20ft unit does, which makes it the choice for whole-house moves, large equipment fleets, or a construction crew consolidating tools and materials on one site. Contractors running construction site services in Des Plaines often pair a container with a roll-off dumpster rental for debris and a mobile office trailer rental for the crew, covering storage, waste and workspace in one delivery.
Renovation crews doing a home renovation porta potty job often need a container for fixtures and lumber while the dumpster handles demo debris. Compare footprints on the dumpster sizes and dimensions page if you are deciding between a container and a roll-off, or need both. A delivery truck generally needs about 60 feet of straight clearance behind it to set a roll-off, and container deliveries need similar clearance, so measure your driveway or lot access before scheduling.
Placement rules depend on whether the container sits on private property or touches the right of way, and that distinction is not something we can confirm from a spec sheet. Confirm placement with the City of Des Plaines before delivery, especially for anything near a sidewalk, curb cut or public easement. Our dumpster permit requirements page walks through the same right-of-way question for roll-offs, and the logic carries over to storage containers.
Job sites in Mount Prospect, 3.4 miles northwest of Des Plaines, and Park Ridge, 4.6 miles southeast, follow their own local rules, so a permit confirmed in one town does not carry over to another. If your project spans Elk Grove Village or Glenview, check placement separately for each address. See our full service areas page for coverage across the region, including Wheeling.
Most Des Plaines customers rent by the month, and terms extend as long as the project needs. Short renovation jobs might run one month; ongoing storage for a business can run indefinitely. Monthly billing is simplest for planning, and storage container rental cost scales with how many months you keep the unit.
A container placed entirely on private property, like a driveway, is less likely to need a permit than one touching the street or sidewalk. This still needs confirming with the City of Des Plaines directly, since we have not verified a specific ordinance number. Ask before delivery to avoid a mid-project relocation.
A 40ft container roughly doubles the floor space of a 20ft storage container, same width and height, just longer. Choose 40ft for whole-house moves or larger equipment loads. Choose 20ft for tighter lots or smaller inventories. Both need the same clearance for delivery trucks.
Yes, and many renovation and construction jobs do exactly that. The container holds tools, fixtures or inventory while a 10 yard dumpster rental or larger size handles debris removal, keeping the site organized and code-compliant.
Book as early as your project timeline allows, especially during busy construction seasons. Availability tightens fast in Des Plaines when several job sites need delivery the same week. Request a quote early to lock in your delivery date and confirm site access.
Yes. Des Plaines Porta Pros delivers 40ft storage container across Des Plaines and the surrounding metro, with same-day and next-day drop-off available on most orders.
Pricing depends on the unit and how long you need it. See our cost breakdown and request a free quote for an exact figure.
Standard rentals include scheduled service — a pump-out, a clean, a restock and fresh deodorizer. Busy or hot-weather sites can be serviced more often.
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