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Moving box rental questions, answered

Everything people ask before renting plastic moving boxes in San Diego. Pricing, delivery, rental length, and what happens if something breaks.

A bedroom packed and ready to move using Good Day plastic moving bins
How much does it cost to rent plastic moving boxes in San Diego?

Packages run $119 to $209 for two weeks, depending on how many bins you need. A studio is 20 bins for $119. A two-bedroom is 40 bins for $149. A three-bedroom is 60 bins for $179. A four-bedroom or bigger is 80 bins for $209. Delivery, pickup, and a dolly are included in every package.

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How far ahead do I need to book?

48 hours ahead works for most moves. Booking more than 40 bins? Give us 7 days. Moving faster than that? Reach out and we'll tell you honestly what we can do.

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How long do I keep the bins?

Two weeks is included in every package. Need longer? Extra weeks are $40 to $85 depending on the package size.

Do you deliver on weekends?

Yes, and weekdays too. Pick a morning or evening window any day of the week. Tuesdays and Thursdays also have an afternoon window. We confirm the exact time 48 hours before delivery.

Where do you deliver?

Delivery and pickup are included within 10 miles of City Heights. That covers downtown, North Park, Normal Heights, Kensington, Talmadge, South Park, Hillcrest, University Heights, and La Mesa. An address 10 to 20 miles out adds $20 for that trip, so $20 if one address is out there, $40 if both are. Past twenty miles we still deliver anywhere in San Diego County, quoted first.

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Two weeks, delivered, from $119

Delivery, pickup, and a dolly are included in every package. You pick the dates and the time window. We confirm 48 hours before delivery.

Are the bins clean?

Yes. Every bin is cleaned and inspected between rentals.

What if I need more bins mid-pack?

Add them before delivery, and we'll bring them along. After delivery, message us and we'll let you know if a same-week drop is possible. Extra bins are $5 each.

What happens if a bin gets damaged?

Normal wear is expected. A bin that comes back broken or missing is $20 to replace. You'll see that number before you pay, not after.

What is the cancellation policy?

Full refund if you cancel 48 hours or more before delivery. Inside 48 hours, the fee is $50. Once the bins are delivered, the rental is non-refundable.

Are plastic moving boxes better than cardboard?

For most moves, yes. They arrive ready with no assembly or tape, they stack and roll on a dolly, hard sides protect what's inside, and we pick them up when you're done. A typical two-bedroom cardboard setup costs about $265 in boxes and tape. Our 40-bin package is $149 all in.

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Can I use the bins for storage instead of moving?

The bins are built for moving and rented in two-week blocks. For short-term storage during a move, that works well. For long-term storage, renting bins is usually not the cheapest route.

Do the bins close without tape?

Yes. The lids are attached and latch shut. Labels, a Sharpie, and zip ties come with every order.

Ready to skip the cardboard?

Four packages from $119 to $209. Delivery and pickup included within 10 miles of City Heights. Full refund if you cancel 48 hours or more before delivery.

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How many moving boxes do you need?

Tell us about the place you're leaving, not the one you're going to. We'll size the package for you.

Home size of the place you are leaving
How much stuff, honestly? Pick the packing style that matches you.
Anything that eats boxes? Check all that apply.

Counts are for our 27-gallon plastic boxes. If you're between sizes, go up. Extra boxes are $5 each and empty ones are easier than a last-minute cardboard run. Live plants ride loose, not in boxes, so we don't count them.

Our recommendation
40boxes
Two-bedroom package $149

40 boxes, one dolly, labels, delivery and pickup, two weeks included.

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Cardboard instead
~$265 48 cardboard boxes + tape
Time you skip
1h 36m of cardboard assembly