Did you know that using shipping containers to store items can cost as low as half the price of budget self storage units in Perth?
ABC Containers offers low cost, convenient and secure self storage containers for the short or long term punter. Whether you are downsizing, moving home or office or need to warehouse excess goods we have attractive packages for personal, commercial storage and industrial storage requirements.
Roughly half the price of a traditional Perth self storage unit
CCTV monitored, drive-in access facility at Bibra Lake
Mobile storage: we deliver a container to you, then collect it once packed
Sizes from 6ft through to 40ft, new build to as-is condition
For personal, commercial and industrial storage needs
Self storage in Perth does not have to mean paying full price at a traditional storage facility, and it does not have to mean packing a trailer and driving across town either. Container-based self storage solves both problems at once, and if you have never looked at it as an option, it is worth understanding how it actually works before you sign up for anything.
ABC Containers runs container-based self storage from a low-crime, CCTV-monitored facility at Bibra Lake, with drive-in access. There is also a mobile storage option, where a container is delivered to your own site for packing, then picked up and stored securely, which suits anyone who would rather pack at home than load a truck. Container storage generally works out at around half the price of traditional Perth self storage facilities, for personal, commercial, and industrial use.
Storage units earn their keep once they’re set up right. Fit shelving into the units and boxes stop sliding, with packing supplies staying sorted rather than buried under more boxes before something is moving in. That’s the difference between clearing space for a renovation and just shifting more boxes into a bigger space.
Condition matters too. New build and premium units suit stock moving between climates or seasons, while a B grade or as-is option suits hardier gear at a lower cost. Either way, the units stay easy to open, so nothing sits packed away between one moving day and the next.
Facilities set up for shelving and insulation beat a home shed, and the facilities suit both short stays and long-term stock. Before you shop elsewhere, compare these facilities and packing space beyond size, and skip the shop around, or shop online, once you’ve seen the condition options in person. Ask about vehicle access too: not every vehicle handles a tight yard laneway, and a bigger vehicle needs more room than a small one.
Get in contact by phone, or contact us by message if a call isn’t convenient, so the team can contact you back with the right unit and the right space for whatever you’re packing.
Self Storage Using Shipping Containers In Perth

The idea is simple: instead of renting a room inside a storage building, you get a secure steel container, either kept at the Bibra Lake facility or delivered to your own site. It is a practical option whether you need somewhere for household items during a move, business archives, or industrial stock that just needs to be out of the way.
Steel units hold their shape through Perth’s heat and any wet season, keeping boxes and stock dry without extra upkeep. Because units can be relocated, moving them to a new site later doesn’t mean repacking the boxes from scratch; the whole container travels as one piece. Delivery by a single vehicle usually covers it, so there’s no second vehicle trip once units settle on site, and no need to shop around for separate transport, or shop twice once the container is positioned.
For household boxes after a moving job, or several units spread across an industrial site, the setup adapts as plans change. Anyone still weighing it up can shop this against a traditional facility, check vehicle access before the first delivery, and let moving day sort itself out with one vehicle and the right units already in place.
Access Hours And Security At The Storage Facility
Security at the Bibra Lake facility includes CCTV monitoring and drive-in access, giving peace of mind whether you are storing personal belongings or commercial stock for an extended period.
Self Storage Pricing In Perth
Here is the main reason container storage is worth a look:
That price gap adds up quickly over a few months of storage, which is exactly why container storage suits longer-term needs as well as short-term gaps.
Illustrative comparison based on ABC Containers pricing being roughly half a traditional Perth self storage unit.
Business, Industrial, and Personal Storage Options

Self storage covers a wide range of needs, including:
- Personal and household storage during a move or renovation.
- Business archives and documents that need to be kept but are not needed daily.
- Industrial and commercial stock or equipment storage.
Container Size And Condition Guide
Short Term Versus Long Term Storage
Whether you need storage for a few weeks during a move, or an ongoing arrangement for business stock, the container storage model flexes to suit both, without locking you into a facility built only for one or the other.
Storing Vehicles, Boats, and Bulky Goods
Bulky items that will not fit into a standard storage unit, larger equipment, extra stock, or oversized household goods are exactly where a full container makes more sense than a small storage locker.
A shipping container gives you the full floor space and height of a standard steel box, rather than a subdivided room with awkward corners and a low door. That makes loading and unloading bulky or irregularly shaped items considerably easier than fighting them through a narrow storage unit doorway.
Self Storage Versus Traditional Storage Units

The main difference comes down to price and flexibility. A traditional storage unit is a fixed room inside a facility. A container gives you a full, secure steel box, at roughly half the price, with the added option of having it delivered to your own site rather than driving your things across town.
There is also a simplicity to container storage that a lot of people appreciate once they have tried it. There is no shared corridor, no lift, and no need to book access during limited opening hours, just your own container, accessible on your own terms.
Delivery And Pick Up Across Perth And WA
The mobile storage model covers delivery to your site for packing, then pick up once you are done, with the container taken to secure storage at Bibra Lake. This removes the need to hire a truck or trailer yourself.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Self Storage
Is container storage cheaper than a traditional storage unit?
Yes, generally around half the price of a traditional Perth self storage unit.
Can a container be delivered to my house for packing?
Yes, the mobile storage option delivers a container to your site, then picks it up once packed.
Is the Bibra Lake facility secure?
Yes, it is CCTV monitored with drive-in access.
Can I store business stock as well as personal items?
Yes, options cover personal, commercial and industrial storage.
Is there a minimum storage term?
Both short-term and long-term storage are available, so it can flex to suit your situation.

