Why 10ft Shipping Containers Are Rare and Costly: What You Need to Know

We are often asked to supply a 10ft shipping container by those who simply do not have the space for a larger container.  Sadly 10ft shipping containers are not a standard size. The cost of producing a new or used 10ft shipping container works out to be a lot more expensive than a new or …

Storage Made Simple: The Case for Investing in a Shipping Container

Why storage matters There is a lack of secure and flexible storage space for many industries and private people.  The solution to this problem is buying or hiring a shipping container for storage. They are secure, robust and watertight, which means they are perfect for your storage needs. Hiring storage containers can be a more …

Container Lighting: A Guide to Safe and Effective Solutions

Introduction Container lighting is a must when using your shipping container. As an owner of a shipping container, you need to be sure that your staff/employees are able to use the container safely.  Lighting affects not only functionality but also safety and security. Here we will guide you through important considerations when it comes to …

Maximising Shipping Container Efficiency with Accessories: Lighting, Moisture Control, and Security

Introduction Container accessories will make your life easier by ensuring your container’s security and functionality. To maximise the potential of your container, accessories are increasingly essential. The main types of container accessories we will cover are: Importance of container accessories These container accessories will improve the longevity of your purchased or rented container and ensure …

Can I Put a Shipping Container on My Driveway? Everything You Need to Know

So many customers ask us if they can put a shipping container on their driveway. Shipping containers for storage are becoming more popular, in particular with the private house owner, when they are extending their house, doing a new build on their land or re-build of their home.  Legal considerations The local authorities may well …

Do Shipping Containers Require Planning Permission in the UK?

We are asked many times whether a shipping container requires planning permission.  The answer is often no, but some councils have different rules when it comes to planning permission.  In short, we recommend you speak to your local planning department for advice.  What is planning permission? It is formal permission from a local authority for …

Shipping Container Rental in the UK: Everything You Need to Know

It is important to choose the right container rental partner with the expertise and knowledge to guide you through the container rental process. Billie Box has been trading for over 12 years now and we offer 20ft and 40ft containers on a rental basis.  Renting a shipping container from Billie Box in the UK is …

Your Guide to Using Shipping Containers on Your Property

Are you considering a shipping container for your property?  Here is a list of things to consider when deciding on your shipping container for storage or a facility – for example, a portable office. The Versatility of Shipping Containers Navigating Legal Requirements Containers are “a temporary structure and as such can be moved with the …

Finding a Secure Site Storage Container: The Ultimate Guide

A secure storage container is an absolute given for any work site. Whether you’re looking to safeguard valuable equipment, sensitive documents, or essential materials, you need a container that will keep you resting easy at night knowing your valuables are safely tucked away. Now, while they might all look like a giant colourful metal box, …

How to easily expand storage at a hospital, school or supermarket

With the current social distancing measures in place in the UK due to COVID-19, many businesses have been deemed non-essential and have been asked to close by the government. Here at Billie Box, we are still very much open and functioning as an essential business; this is because container storage is a highly practical and …

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