Need to move freight container - Please Help

As funny as the U Ship post above seems, it might be the way to go!

 

Better off selling it and leaving it behind

 

It won't be cheap but most heavy duty towing companies can move the 40' container, I used to do them all the time with our Landoll. A heavy towing company with a 40 ton or greater rotator tow truck would be able to pick the container up and load it on a step deck or even a regular flatbed trailer. You will need a fairly accurate weight of the contents as well as a detailed list to make up the bill of lading. The hardest part about moving a container full of your personal stuff is you will need a trucking company that is authorized for household goods which most flatbed carriers are not. Expect it to cost about $500 for a heavy wrecker to lift the container and load it, plus at least $2.50 or more per mile to truck it.

 

Actually, if you list the contents of the container as used furniture, non-household goods, anyone can haul the container. We are not a licensed HHG carrier, but haul containers of personal belongings/household goods all the time. The BOL lists the contents as used furniture, that's all that's needed. Otherwise, a tow company with an ext. boom HD wrecker should be able to lift the container and load it onto a step deck. You will need one on either end, make sure there is good access for the wrecker at either end for loading/unloading, and specifically on the other end, once it's in place, it's not moving again. BTW, don't both with a large forklift to try and lift it, we move empty 40' containers all the time with a forklift, the forklift you need to move one loaded, can't be driven in one piece to your job site.

 

Find someone with a Hammar Lift trailer. It's got hydraulic arms that swing off one side, chains that clip into the container and then lift the container onto the trailer from the ground, and go.

 

I know this is an older thread and likely the OP had had his needs filled by now, but....

Yesterday I had a 40' container moved about 16 miles. It was partially loaded. Total cost including a small tip to the driver was just under $400.00

This driver was very knowledgeable about his equipment and how to use it to the fullest. Equipment was not new but maintained and everything was fully functional. He was also a very nice guy with a good attitude. I would have no problem recommending him for such a move. It is my understanding that he also hauls other items that fit the trailer size and weight parameters.

I have a phone # for the man (An owner op) if anybody needs it. He is located in the Tampa, FL. area and runs most of Florida. If you need the # message me and I'll pass it along.