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BraveBox Bonus - Military DiscountsWith Pay-on-Delivery, you don't pay until your container arrives at your site and you've had the chance to inspect it. If it doesn't match your order, you don't have to accept it. POD is available on qualifying orders nationwide and has become one of YES Containers' most requested services — because it removes the single biggest risk in buying a container online.
Buying a container online carries real risk — condition photos only tell part of the story, and by the time a standard-payment container arrives, your leverage is gone. Pay-on-Delivery restructures the transaction entirely: the container has to meet your expectations before the seller gets paid.
Inspect Before You Pay
Walk the container, check doors and floor, confirm it matches your order — before the transaction is complete.
No Upfront Risk
Payment only happens after delivery. You're not committed until you've confirmed the unit is what you ordered.
Rejection Protection
If the container doesn't match your order, you can reject it on the spot — before a dollar changes hands.
All Major Sizes
Available for 20ft standard, 40ft standard, and 40ft High Cube containers on qualifying orders.
Scam Prevention
POD eliminates the bait-and-switch risk common with less reputable sellers who require full payment before delivery.
Cash Flow Friendly
For businesses, paying on delivery rather than upfront allows better cash flow management on container purchases.
POD follows the same ordering process as a standard container purchase — with one structural difference: the payment step moves to after delivery and inspection rather than before.
Select Your Container
Browse available containers and choose the size, condition, and configuration that fits your needs. Enter your ZIP for location-based pricing.
Request POD at Checkout
Add "POD" in the order notes when purchasing online, or call (800) 223-4755 to request POD directly with a specialist who will confirm eligibility for your location.
Sign the POD Agreement
YES Containers provides a simple Pay-on-Delivery agreement that formalizes the arrangement — confirming the delivery terms, inspection expectations, and payment timeline.
Delivery and On-Site Inspection
The container is delivered to your site by tilt-bed trailer. Walk it thoroughly — check structure, doors, floor, and interior. Confirm size and condition match your order documentation before accepting.
Accept and Complete Payment
Once you've confirmed the container meets expectations, complete payment on the spot. If it doesn't match your order, you have the right to reject the delivery before any payment is made.
Both payment structures use the same container inventory, the same delivery process, and the same pricing. The only difference is when payment happens — and that single difference fundamentally changes how much risk the buyer carries.
Request POD on Your Order| Feature | Standard Payment | Pay-on-Delivery |
|---|---|---|
| When you pay | Before delivery | After inspection on delivery day |
| Inspect before paying | No | Yes — full on-site inspection |
| Rejection option | After-the-fact dispute | On the spot before payment |
| Upfront risk | Full container price at risk | None — no payment before arrival |
| Container pricing | Same pricing | Same pricing |
| Availability | All locations | Most metro areas — confirm at order |
POD is available in most metro areas across the continental U.S. for both residential and commercial deliveries. Some remote locations may require partial pre-payment. Confirm POD eligibility when placing your order or when speaking with a specialist.
POD provides meaningful protection in different ways depending on who's buying and why they're buying. These are the three groups that request it most frequently.
If you've never purchased a container before, POD removes the uncertainty of buying from a photo and a product description. You don't need to trust that the container will match the listing — you confirm it yourself before anything is finalized.
Used container grades — WWT, cargo-worthy, and as-is — vary more widely in condition than new one-trip units. POD is especially valuable for used container purchases where the gap between described and delivered condition is largest and hardest to verify from photos alone.
Companies purchasing containers for operations, storage, or resale benefit from POD both as a fraud protection layer and as a cash flow management tool. Paying on delivery means funds are not committed until the asset is verified and on-site.
Isabella Russo
Customer support followed up after delivery to check on us, which was a thoughtful touch. The container is exactly as described.
David Romero
Ordering was straightforward and the delivery crew handled everything with confidence. The container arrived spotless, doors aligned perfectly, and the whole drop-off took less than an hour.
Priya Chandra
Communication from quote to delivery was excellent. We're storing tools and materials, and the container has stayed bone-dry and secure.
Anthony Wells
Our 40ft container was watertight and completely square. The driver placed it exactly where marked and left our lot intact — very professional crew.
Sara Perkins
The quality exceeded expectations for a used container. A couple of minor dents, but nothing affecting functionality — we'd definitely order again.
Grace Thompson
Delivery was drama-free and the container has been incredibly useful for warehouse overflow. Plenty of space and very reliable.
Marcus Hill
Driver walked us through placement options before unloading, which saved us hassle later. The attention to detail was excellent.
Laura Chen
We chose a 40ft high cube and it's been a game changer for inventory. Plenty of space, solid flooring, and weather-tight seals we trust.
Omar Ali
The container arrived after heavy rain yet was completely dry inside. We started loading it the same afternoon with full confidence.
Katherine Diaz
Perfect for seasonal equipment storage. Doors align cleanly, floor is sturdy, and we got exactly what we paid for.
POD is available on qualifying orders — the fastest way to confirm eligibility is to speak with a specialist before or during checkout. They'll confirm your delivery area qualifies, set up the POD agreement, and make sure everything is in place before the truck is dispatched.
From delivery and pick-up to modifications, rental, and certification — YES Containers supports every stage of container ownership.
Shipping Container Delivery
Nationwide tilt-bed delivery with mileage-based pricing, 100 miles included, and Pay-on-Delivery on qualifying orders.
Learn MoreContainer Pick-Up
Skip the delivery fee entirely by picking up your container directly from the nearest YES Containers depot location.
Learn MoreRush Delivery
Faster than the standard window — rush delivery options in select locations for time-sensitive projects.
Learn MoreEmpty Container Moving
Already own a container? YES Containers relocates empty units between sites safely and efficiently.
Learn MoreContainer Rental
Rental options available for temporary storage, construction projects, and seasonal overflow needs.
Learn MoreInstallment Payments
Spread your container purchase using PayPal installment options — flexible financing without full upfront payment.
Learn MoreContainer Modifications
Custom fabrication — doors, windows, ventilation, flooring, electrical — for office, retail, and storage applications.
Learn MoreSeaworthy Certification
CSC recertification for containers returning to international shipping or freight operations.
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