There are plenty of reasons why you might be looking to buy or hire steel containers, whether you’re searching for a secure place to store your business’ valuable construction tools, some used portable buildings in London or some extra storage for personal use. Storage containers are used for far more than the simple transportation of goods and you need to know how the differences between new and used could affect your experience.
Should I Choose A New or Used Steel Storage Container?
In many circumstances, you will undoubtedly benefit from purchasing a used container from a trusted and experienced supplier. Some of the pros that we will discuss in this article include eco-friendly advantages and lower costs, but depending on where you purchase your container from – a used container could come with a few maintenance problems.
USED – Eco-friendly
To be eco-friendly in today’s world is to be fashionable, moral and efficient. To purchase used products is one way of showing your allegiance to planet Earth by making your belongings go further, as well as respecting the hard work that goes into crafting them.
If you’re concerned about the future of planet Earth, then you will know that it is also important to purchase products which can be fully recycled. Steel is one of few materials on our planet that is 100% recyclable, so when you are finished with your steel container and need to pass it on to recycling, you can be sure that absolutely nothing will be going to waste.
USED – Lower Costs
Another rather obvious advantage of buying a used storage container is that the cost will undoubtedly be lower than buying new. This could be a statement on the quality of the product, as a used product may show some signs of wear and tear such as scratches or slight weathering on the exterior, but you can be sure that when you buy with an experienced and trustworthy business such as ourselves that your used steel storage container will not be compromised on its functionality and will have undergone a thorough series of checks before its sale.
NEW – Perfect Condition
Buying your container new will mean that it will arrive in perfect condition from most suppliers, though we may endeavour to sell used goods that are up to standard, the same cannot be said for all suppliers. When buying from less experienced or trustworthy companies, it may be necessary to buy new to avoid paying for a container that will cause you issues with rust in the near future.
If you are buying a steel storage container for more than just storage, such as for a pop-up business, then aesthetic perfection may be more important to your business. For this reason, you may choose to purchase a new container over a used one despite the initial cost savings you would make from buying second hand. On the other hand, you may be wanting to consider a bespoke container designed to suit your business, in which case the design work your container will be undergoing will mean that whether or not the original container was new or used will have little effect on the end product.
Other Tips for Buying Steel Containers
When purchasing a used steel container, it is important that you source it carefully. You may want to compile a short checklist to help you decide whether the company and container are correct for you. For example, if you are hoping to build a shipping container home or extension, then you will want to avoid using containers that have lived a hard life on open seas. These containers are necessarily sprayed with pesticides and chemicals to survive the harsh weather conditions, but such treatments might not be suitable for personal uses.
To conclude, the money you will save from purchasing a used container often means that it will be very worthwhile to undertake a few extra measures to ensure that you receive a great deal on a fantastic eco-friendly container. Understanding the recent history of your prospective container and how it is treated by the company selling it on could be the decider between whether you buy new or used, but whichever route you decide to take, we will be available to help you every step of the way.
For more information about buying new or used storage containers in London and across the UK, speak to our team of experts today. We will be able to help you make the right decision for your business.
