Drop-Off Moving Containers With PODS: Choose A Flexible Approach For Your Next Move

f the thought of juggling moving trucks, strict timelines, and way too much heavy lifting has you breaking into a stress sweat, you’re not alone. That’s where drop-off moving containers like the ones from PODS step in to save the day. Not only are they more cost-effective than traditional moving services, but they also provide something priceless: More control and flexibility. Instead of racing against the clock with a truck rental, you can pack and load your container at your own pace. How do you know if PODS drop-off container moving is right for you, though? That’s what this guide is here to help you decide.

PODS Drop-Off Moving Containers: 101

Drop-off moving containers allow you to store and pack your items at your own pace, and then have them picked up and transported to your new home (or storage, in some cases). They’re meant to provide something simpler than a rental truck without the heavy price tag of full-service movers.

With locations in 46 states and over 25 years of service, PODS especially understands the flexibility you need with a move — whether you’re moving local or long-distance. And the variety of their services is enough to prove it. Here’s a quick breakdown.

Container Sizes

You have three size options when renting a container: 8-, 12-, and 16-feet. All three sizes are available for local moves, while only 8- and 16-foot containers are available for long-distance moves. If you need help figuring out the best size, check out the PODS online moving and storage calculator.

Get Help With Every Part of Your Move

Need help with the heavy lifting? PODS can connect you with local packing and loading services (think of it like moving with full-service movers, without all the rush). And, although they don’t ship cars, they can refer you to someone through their network of preferred providers — they’ve teamed up with the pros at ACERTUS and Mr. Car Shipper to help you get where you need to go.

City Services

PODS City Service is perfect if you’re moving to a major metro or away from one. (And comes with availability in 20+ cities between the U.S. and Canada!) You still have the convenience of a portable moving container being delivered directly to your door, but this time, the container stays on the truck. The driver stays with the truck, so you don’t have to worry about driving or parking. They’re also in charge of the hydraulic lift that gets you in and out of the container, so there’s no need to worry about space for ramps.

PODS delivers your container right to your driveway with PODZILLA — a level lifting system that keeps your container (and everything inside) steady while it’s loaded and unloaded.

How PODS Drop-Off Moving Containers Work

From getting a quote and setting your drop-off date to the pick-up and traveling to your new home, working with PODS on your move is a great way to add flexibility to the entire moving process. Here’s how it works, step-by-step.

Getting a PODS Quote

The professionals at PODS can help you determine the type of containers that will be used for your move and the number of containers required. Depending on the size of your move, you can mix and match container sizes to get exactly what you need. And if it ends up being too much, you can easily cancel the reservation. 

Get a free moving quote online or by calling 877-350-7637 (long-distance quotes are available by phone only). Through personalized solutions and support, they make sure that you get the best possible service during your journey. Plus, with one month of storage built into the cost of every move, you can take your time packing, loading, and unloading without feeling like the clock is ticking.

Pro tip: Summer may be the most popular time to move, but it’s also the priciest. If your timeline is flexible, consider booking your move between September and April, off-peak season — your wallet will thank you.

PODS Drop-Off and On-Site Storage

When moving day rolls around, PODS delivers your container right to your driveway with PODZILLA — a level lifting system that keeps your container (and everything inside) steady while it’s loaded and unloaded. So you don’t have to worry about things falling around during transit.

Remember, though, it requires a clearance of 12 feet by 15 feet high. So you’ll have to make sure that there are no vertical obstacles, including utility lines and tree branches, that can block the way for the container. Also make sure that other parked cars are out of the way! 

Once it’s set in your driveway, the real convenience kicks in. You’ve got your very own storage space just steps from your front door. That means easy packing at your own pace, and a place to set your boxes out of the way in the weeks leading up to your move.

PODS Pick-Up and Transport

Once you finish packing your container, PODS will deliver it to your new home or keep it at a PODS Storage Center for however long you need. Maybe you’re still homesearching, need to wait on the closing of your house, or maybe there’s some remodeling still taking place at your new home before you move in — PODS storage containers are up for the wait. 

On the day of your pick up, a PODS driver will pick up your container with the help of PODZILLA and deliver it to its new location.

You can store your container at a secure PODS Storage Center for as long as you need.

Secure PODS Storage Centers

Once your belongings are secured inside the PODS container, you can relax knowing they’re protected from the elements. If you need to store your things and would prefer not to keep the container on your property, you can have it transported to one of 230+ secure PODS Storage Centers across the country.

Why go with a PODS Storage Center over traditional storage? Not only do you get the convenience of pick-up and delivery wherever you are, but all of the facilities are closed to the public and only accessible by appointment. Think of it as a “double layer” of protection — your stuff stays safe inside the container, and the container stays safe inside the storage center. Plus, you’re the only one with a key to the container.

With pay-as-you-go monthly pricing and a comprehensive quote delivered via email, PODS makes it simple to store your things for as long as you need without any confusion.

PODZILLA Delivery

When you’re ready for the final delivery, PODS will deliver the container right to your driveway using PODZILLA. That means easy unloading at your own pace — no need to have it all back within 24 hours or on someone else’s timeline.

Have a PODS portable moving container delivered right to your driveway for convenient loading and unloading.

The Best Drop-Off Moving Containers for Your Move

Make your move a flexible one with PODS drop-off moving containers. Have a portable moving container delivered right to your driveway, where you can pack and load it up at your own pace. Need help with the heavy lifting? PODS can refer you to local packing and loading services. Plus, one month’s storage is included in the cost of every move, so you can load and unload without feeling rushed.

Visit PODS online to get a free local moving quote or call 877-350-7637 for long-distance moving.