Moving & Storage Containers

Locally Owned & Family Run 5-Star Rated Alternative to PODS®

Portable Storage

Choose your local 5-Star rated alternative to PODS®. Our boxes are 100% steel and mold-resistant. Delivered fast, and always low-priced, Mobile Storage Solutions is your one-stop on-site portable storage and moving provider.

Serving Chicagoland, Rockford, and surrounding Illinois areas, we make storage simple, flexible, and affordable.

Our boxes are perfect for:

  • Home & Garage Floor Renovations
  • Temporary On-Site Storage
  • Residential Moves
  • Climate-Controlled & Secure Outside Storage Available

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Portable Storage & Moving Containers

Residential Portable Storage & Moving Containers in Chicagoland

We provide secure, weatherproof storage containers designed to protect your valuables through any season. Serving Chicagoland, Rockford, and surrounding Illinois areas, we make storage simple, flexible, and affordable.

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Tailored for Your Life: Who We Serve

We know that if you’re looking for a portable container, you’re likely in the middle of a big life transition. Whether you’re upgrading your home or moving across the state, we’ve designed our service to take the "hectic" out of the process.

🏠 For the Home Remodeler

Don’t let your renovation turn your living room into a cluttered warehouse.

  • Clear the Way: Move your furniture into a secure container on your driveway so contractors have space to work.
  • Dust-Free Storage: Keep your couch and electronics safe from drywall dust and debris.
  • On Your Timeline: Keep the unit for as long as the project takes—whether it’s two weeks or two months.

🚚 For the Residential Mover

Moving is ranked as one of life’s most stressful events. We’re here to change that.

  • Move at Your Own Pace: Load your container over several days rather than rushing to fill a rental truck in four hours.
  • No "Truck Driving" Required: We handle the transport. No navigating a massive moving van through Chicagoland traffic.
  • Flexible Destinations: We can move your container to your new home or store it at our secure facility until your new place is ready.

Why Choose Steel? The Better Way to Move & Store

Don’t settle for flimsy plastic or wood-framed containers. When you choose portable storage & moving containers from Mobile Storage Solutions, you’re getting a vault-grade environment for your belongings.

  • Maximum Protection: 100% steel walls provide superior security and weather resistance.
  • Breathable & Dry: Our mold-resistant design ensures your furniture and heirlooms stay in pristine condition.
  • Ground-Level Loading: No ramps, no heavy lifting, and no specialized equipment needed. Just easy, walk-in access.

The Local Advantage: Chicagoland’s Choice

While the "big guys" treat you like a number, we treat you like a neighbor. Serving Chicagoland, Rockford, and the surrounding Illinois areas, we pride ourselves on:

  • Fast Delivery: Often available when the national chains are booked out weeks in advance.
  • Transparent Pricing: No hidden "fuel surcharges" or surprise administrative fees.
  • Five-Star Service: Real people answering the phone, ready to help you solve your storage puzzles.

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Whether you need temporary on-site storage or long-term commercial container solutions, Mobile Storage Solutions delivers the space you need—on your schedule and within your budget.

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Here’s what a few of our happy customers are saying about Mobile Storage Solutions.

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16-Foot Storage Container

Spacious, Secure, & Weather-Resistant Storage

Walls & Roof

Rated for 60 lbs/sq ft snow load and 120 mph winds to ensure the container remains water, wind, dust, and pest-proof

Weatherproof Vents

Help reduce heat, humidity, and prevent condensation from forming during storage

Interior Tie-Downs

Tracks and rings for numerous tie-down locations and configurations

Door Seals

Waterproof gasketing along top and bottom seams

Lockable Door Handle

Designed to accommodate most large pad locks and disk locks to help keep your contents safe

Interior Flooring

Non-slip, sealed marine grade plywood for a clean storage surface

Dimensions

Exterior: 194” L x 96” W x 96” H

Interior: 189” L x 90” W x 91” H

Door Opening: 68” W x 79” H

Weight

Max Cargo Weight: 10,000 lbs

How Mobile Storage Works

Get It

We deliver a storage container to your location.

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Pack It

You pack the container on your schedule. Ground-level loading makes it easy.

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Store It

Keep the storage container at your location, in our secure warehouse, or at our outdoor storage facility.

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Move it

We pick up your storage container and move it to your new location within the Greater Chicago area.

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Frequently asked questions

We are Chicagoland's premier provider of customized storage solutions. We offer: Portable Storage Containers: Delivered directly to your home or business for moving, renovation, or on-site storage. Self-Storage: Secure, accessible, and new self-storage units at our facility. Shipping Containers: We offer new shipping containers for sale for permanent commercial or residential use.

The process is simple and flexible: We Deliver: We bring a secure storage container right to your location. You Pack: You load the container on your own schedule and at your own pace. You Decide: You can keep the container on-site at your property, or we can Move It to your new location or store it at our secure facility. We Pick Up: When you are done, we retrieve the empty container.

We proudly serve Northern Illinois, Southern Wisconsin, and Northwest Indiana.

We offer a flexible selection of containers to meet various needs: Portable Storage: We offer our standard 16-foot portable storage containers. These are designed to hold the contents of up to three average bedrooms and fit easily within a single parking space for convenient on-site loading. Shipping Containers (For Rent and Sale): For commercial, industrial, or permanent storage needs, we also offer rugged new shipping containers in 20-foot and 40-foot sizes.

We offer flexible month-to-month rentals with no long-term commitment. You can keep your container for as long as you need it, and your billing cycle renews monthly from the delivery date.

Our containers are built for security and durability. They feature steel-reinforced construction, weatherproof gasketing, and a lockable door handle. Plus, you own the lock and key, ensuring only you have access to your belongings.

We are committed to best-in-class customer service and the most competitive pricing.

Getting started is easy! You can fill out our online form for a free, no-obligation quote or call us directly at 847-714-4552 to speak with a storage specialist.

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