{"id":30957,"date":"2026-10-13T13:54:25","date_gmt":"2026-10-13T13:54:25","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/all-containers.de\/?page_id=30957"},"modified":"2026-10-13T13:54:25","modified_gmt":"2026-10-13T13:54:25","slug":"faq","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/all-containers.de\/en\/faq\/","title":{"rendered":"FAQ"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>[et_pb_section fb_built=&#8221;1&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.25.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; module_class=&#8221;acp-root&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;0px||0px||false|false&#8221;][et_pb_row _builder_version=&#8221;4.25.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; width=&#8221;100%&#8221; max_width=&#8221;100%&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;0px||0px||false|false&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.25.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_code _builder_version=&#8221;4.25.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<div class=\"acp\">\n<header class=\"acp-hero acp-hero--short\"><img width=\"2560\" height=\"1920\" src=\"https:\/\/all-containers.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Sanitary-Container-scaled.jpg\" class=\"acp-hero__img\" alt=\"White modular container\" sizes=\"100vw\" decoding=\"async\" loading=\"eager\" fetchpriority=\"high\" data-no-lazy=\"1\" srcset=\"https:\/\/all-containers.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Sanitary-Container-scaled.jpg 2560w, https:\/\/all-containers.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Sanitary-Container-1280x960.jpg 1280w, https:\/\/all-containers.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Sanitary-Container-980x735.jpg 980w, https:\/\/all-containers.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Sanitary-Container-480x360.jpg 480w\" title=\"\"><\/p>\n<div class=\"acp-wrap\">\n<div class=\"acp-crumbs\"><nav aria-label=\"breadcrumbs\" class=\"rank-math-breadcrumb\"><p><span class=\"last\">Home<\/span><\/p><\/nav><\/div>\n<p><span class=\"acp-kicker\" style=\"color:#ffb4ab\">FAQ<\/span><\/p>\n<h1>Frequently Asked Questions about Containers<\/h1>\n<pee class=\"acp-hero__lead\">Answers to the questions our customers ask most often.<\/pee><\/div>\n<\/header>\n<section class=\"acp-sec\">\n<div class=\"acp-wrap\">\n<div class=\"acp-head\">\n<h2 class=\"acp-h2\">Answers on ordering, delivery and placement<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"acp-faq-layout\">\n<div>\n<div class=\"acp-faq\">\n<details open>\n<summary>\n<h3 class=\"acp-faq__q\">Can I see the container before I buy it?<\/h3>\n<\/summary>\n<div class=\"acp-faq__a\"><pee>Your quote states the type, condition and dimensions of the container. Ask us for photos or a viewing \u2013 we will tell you what is possible for your container.<\/pee><pee style=\"margin-top:10px\"><a class=\"acp-link\" href=\"\/en\/about-us\/\">About All-Container<\/a><\/pee><\/div>\n<\/details>\n<details>\n<summary>\n<h3 class=\"acp-faq__q\">How does payment work?<\/h3>\n<\/summary>\n<div class=\"acp-faq__a\"><pee>The payment terms are stated in your quote and in our <a href=\"\/en\/general-business-conditions\/\">general business conditions<\/a>. You receive an invoice from All-Container GmbH (HRB 207188, Local Court Tostedt) for every order.<\/pee><\/div>\n<\/details>\n<details>\n<summary>\n<h3 class=\"acp-faq__q\">How long does delivery take?<\/h3>\n<\/summary>\n<div class=\"acp-faq__a\"><pee>It depends on the container type, availability and the delivery location. We agree the delivery date with you and state it in the quote.<\/pee><pee style=\"margin-top:10px\"><a class=\"acp-link\" href=\"\/en\/planing-montage-and-logistic\/\">Transport and installation<\/a><\/pee><\/div>\n<\/details>\n<details>\n<summary>\n<h3 class=\"acp-faq__q\">What do \u201cone-trip\u201d, \u201ccargo-worthy\u201d and \u201cstorage grade\u201d mean?<\/h3>\n<\/summary>\n<div class=\"acp-faq__a\"><pee>One-trip means a practically new container used for a single sea voyage. Cargo-worthy (CW) is a used, inspected container that can still be shipped. A storage-grade container is used and wind- and watertight but shows wear; it is the cheapest option for storage.<\/pee><pee style=\"margin-top:10px\"><a class=\"acp-link\" href=\"\/en\/one-trip-cargo-worthy-iicl-containers\/\">Guide: one-trip, cargo-worthy, IICL<\/a><\/pee><\/div>\n<\/details>\n<details>\n<summary>\n<h3 class=\"acp-faq__q\">What is the difference between a 20 ft and a 40 ft container?<\/h3>\n<\/summary>\n<div class=\"acp-faq__a\"><pee>A 20 ft container is about 6 m long with roughly 33 m\u00b3; a 40 ft container is about 12 m long with roughly 67 m\u00b3. High cube versions are about 30 cm taller.<\/pee><pee style=\"margin-top:10px\"><a class=\"acp-link\" href=\"\/en\/20ft-vs-40ft-container\/\">Guide: 20 ft vs 40 ft<\/a><\/pee><\/div>\n<\/details>\n<details>\n<summary>\n<h3 class=\"acp-faq__q\">How should the ground be prepared?<\/h3>\n<\/summary>\n<div class=\"acp-faq__a\"><pee>The ground must be level and stable. A storage container usually stands on 4\u20136 concrete blocks or slabs under the corners; no poured foundation is needed for storage.<\/pee><pee style=\"margin-top:10px\"><a class=\"acp-link\" href=\"\/en\/preparing-ground-container-delivery\/\">Guide: preparing the ground<\/a><\/pee><\/div>\n<\/details>\n<details>\n<summary>\n<h3 class=\"acp-faq__q\">What access does the delivery vehicle need?<\/h3>\n<\/summary>\n<div class=\"acp-faq__a\"><pee>A passable access road and space next to the unloading spot, with no power lines or branches above the work area. Send us a few photos of the site and we will advise you.<\/pee><pee style=\"margin-top:10px\"><a class=\"acp-link\" href=\"\/en\/planing-montage-and-logistic\/\">Transport and installation<\/a><\/pee><\/div>\n<\/details>\n<details>\n<summary>\n<h3 class=\"acp-faq__q\">Do I need a building permit for a container?<\/h3>\n<\/summary>\n<div class=\"acp-faq__a\"><pee>In Germany this is governed by the building code of your federal state (Landesbauordnung) and depends on use, size and how long the container stays. Ask your local building authority (Bauamt) before placing it. We can provide the container data sheet for your application.<\/pee><pee style=\"margin-top:10px\"><a class=\"acp-link\" href=\"\/en\/container-permit\/\">Guide: container permits in Germany<\/a><\/pee><\/div>\n<\/details>\n<details>\n<summary>\n<h3 class=\"acp-faq__q\">Can I rent a container instead of buying?<\/h3>\n<\/summary>\n<div class=\"acp-faq__a\"><pee>Yes, we rent shipping, office and sanitary containers. See the conditions on the <a href=\"\/en\/container-rental\/\">Container Rental<\/a> page.<\/pee><\/div>\n<\/details>\n<details>\n<summary>\n<h3 class=\"acp-faq__q\">Do you deliver across Germany?<\/h3>\n<\/summary>\n<div class=\"acp-faq__a\"><pee>Yes. We are active across Germany and throughout Europe and deliver to the site you choose.<\/pee><pee style=\"margin-top:10px\"><a class=\"acp-link\" href=\"\/en\/planing-montage-and-logistic\/\">Transport and installation<\/a><\/pee><\/div>\n<\/details>\n<details>\n<summary>\n<h3 class=\"acp-faq__q\">Can you modify containers (doors, windows, insulation)?<\/h3>\n<\/summary>\n<div class=\"acp-faq__a\"><pee>Yes, we adapt containers to your requirements: side doors, windows, insulation, electrics or shelving. Ask for a quote with what you need and we will tell you what is possible and how long it takes.<\/pee><pee style=\"margin-top:10px\"><a class=\"acp-link\" href=\"\/en\/container-modifications\/\">Container modifications<\/a><\/pee><\/div>\n<\/details>\n<details>\n<summary>\n<h3 class=\"acp-faq__q\">Do I get an invoice?<\/h3>\n<\/summary>\n<div class=\"acp-faq__a\"><pee>Yes, you receive an invoice for every order, with the details of the delivered container.<\/pee><\/div>\n<\/details>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<aside class=\"acp-info acp-info--sticky\">\n<h3>Didn\u2019t find your answer?<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><span><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"1.8\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><path d=\"M5 3h3.5l2 5-2.5 1.8a12 12 0 0 0 6.2 6.2L16 13.5l5 2V19a2 2 0 0 1-2 2A17 17 0 0 1 3 5a2 2 0 0 1 2-2z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><span><small>Mobile<\/small><a href=\"tel:+491743359726\">+49 174 3359726<\/a><\/span><\/li>\n<li><span><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"1.8\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><path d=\"M5 3h3.5l2 5-2.5 1.8a12 12 0 0 0 6.2 6.2L16 13.5l5 2V19a2 2 0 0 1-2 2A17 17 0 0 1 3 5a2 2 0 0 1 2-2z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><span><small>Office<\/small><a href=\"tel:+4941812325225\">+49 4181 2325225<\/a><\/span><\/li>\n<li><span><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"1.8\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><rect x=\"3\" y=\"5\" width=\"18\" height=\"14\" rx=\"2\"\/><path d=\"M3.5 7l8.5 6 8.5-6\"\/><\/svg><\/span><span><small>Email<\/small><a href=\"mailto:info@all-containers.de\">info@all-containers.de<\/a><\/span><\/li>\n<li><span><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"1.8\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><circle cx=\"12\" cy=\"12\" r=\"9\"\/><path d=\"M12 7v5l3.5 2\"\/><\/svg><\/span><span><small>Opening hours<\/small><b>Mon\u2013Fri 08:30\u201317:30<!\u2013- [et_pb_br_holder] -\u2013>Sat 08:30\u201316:00<\/b><\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"acp-btns\"><button type=\"button\" class=\"acp-btn acp-btn--primary dialog-action\" data-open-dialog=\"dialog-request-quote\" data-request-type=\"quote\">Request a quote<\/button><a class=\"acp-btn acp-btn--ghost\" href=\"tel:+491743359726\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"1.8\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><path d=\"M5 3h3.5l2 5-2.5 1.8a12 12 0 0 0 6.2 6.2L16 13.5l5 2V19a2 2 0 0 1-2 2A17 17 0 0 1 3 5a2 2 0 0 1 2-2z\"\/><\/svg>+49 174 3359726<\/a><\/div>\n<\/aside>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section class=\"acp-sec acp-sec--soft\">\n<div class=\"acp-wrap\">\n<div class=\"acp-head\"><span class=\"acp-kicker\">Simple and fast<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 class=\"acp-h2\">How to order<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n<ol class=\"acp-steps\">\n<li class=\"acp-step\">\n<h3>Ask for a quote<\/h3>\n<pee>Call us or send a request with the container type, quantity and delivery location.<\/pee><\/li>\n<li class=\"acp-step\">\n<h3>Get your offer<\/h3>\n<pee>Container, transport and placement in one clear offer.<\/pee><\/li>\n<li class=\"acp-step\">\n<h3>Confirm the order<\/h3>\n<pee>You confirm the offer and we agree the delivery date with you.<\/pee><\/li>\n<li class=\"acp-step\">\n<h3>Delivery on site<\/h3>\n<pee>We deliver the container to the agreed place on the agreed date.<\/pee><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section class=\"acp-sec acp-sec--tight\">\n<div class=\"acp-wrap\">\n<div class=\"acp-cta\">\n<div class=\"acp-cta__inner\">\n<div>\n<h2>Need a container?<\/h2>\n<pee>Call us or request a quote online. You get one offer for the container, transport and placement.<\/pee><\/div>\n<div class=\"acp-btns\"><button type=\"button\" class=\"acp-btn acp-btn--primary dialog-action\" data-open-dialog=\"dialog-request-quote\" data-request-type=\"quote\">Request a quote<\/button><a class=\"acp-btn acp-btn--ghost\" href=\"tel:+491743359726\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"1.8\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><path d=\"M5 3h3.5l2 5-2.5 1.8a12 12 0 0 0 6.2 6.2L16 13.5l5 2V19a2 2 0 0 1-2 2A17 17 0 0 1 3 5a2 2 0 0 1 2-2z\"\/><\/svg>+49 174 3359726<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<nav class=\"acp-sec acp-sec--tight acp-related\" aria-label=\"See also\">\n<div class=\"acp-wrap\"><span class=\"acp-kicker\">See also<\/span><\/p>\n<ul class=\"acp-pills\">\n<li><a href=\"\/en\/container-rental\/\">Container rental<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"\/en\/shipping-container-prices\/\">Container prices<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"\/en\/about-us\/\">About us<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"\/en\/mobile-space-storage-solutions\/\">Shipping containers<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"\/en\/planing-montage-and-logistic\/\">Transport and installation<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"\/en\/guides\/\">Guides<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/nav>\n<\/div>\n<p>[\/et_pb_code][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p><nav aria-label=\"breadcrumbs\" class=\"rank-math-breadcrumb\"><p><span class=\"last\">Home<\/span><\/p><\/nav>FAQFrequently Asked Questions about ContainersAnswers to the questions our customers ask most often.Answers on ordering, delivery and placementCan I see the container before I buy it?Your quote states the type, condition and dimensions of the container. 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