About Us
Self Load Containers is an affordable and flexible way to move your items NZ wide
If you are moving house our popular self load container service can save you a fortune. Unlike a standard removal company service, we supply you a shipping container for you to pack, then we move it to your new home for you to unpack.
Customers looking for a low-cost moving option should consider using the self load shipping container service. We make the whole process as easy as possible - especially on your wallet.
MOVING SERVICES
If you need moving services to relocate your home, office or furniture, then we have a quick, easy and affordable option for you. Our house removal service uses secure and safe containers to help you move locally nationwide (anywhere in New Zealand).
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PROVIDE:
- Southland House Removals & Storage
- Local House and Furniture Moving Services
- New Zealand Moving Services
WE CAN MANAGE YOUR WHOLE MOVE AND PROVIDE:
- One container per customer
- House removals from anywhere in New Zealand
- Flexible times for loading and unloading
- Secure storage between moving dates
All your door to door self load hire container needs in one place.
Self Load Containers position a certified container at your place, you pack it, we move it, you unload it, we pick up the empty and take it away. If you are moving long-distance or inter-island, we use a combination of road, rail and sea to coordinate the nationwide pick-up and delivery of 20 foot and 40 foot self-pack containers. If you want the best possible low cost service and total control over how your possessions are packed and loaded this may be exactly what you need. Many of our customers have us pack up and move their household effects while they use the self-pack and load container for their garage, tool shed, farm equipment or workshop.
Get a free removals quote online or call freephone 0800 642 3668
Why Choose Us?
Affordable Self Load Containers is a family owned and operated business. We specialise in renting, selling and relocating shipping containers around NZ. The safe transportation of your effects is our main focus.
INDUSTRY EXPERIENCE
With more than 25 years of industry experience, you can rest assured Self Load Containers will offer a professional and efficient service.
COMPETITIVE PRICES
We see ourselves as the best in the business, which is why we offer incredibly competitive prices to all of our customers.
TAILORED PACKAGES
We'll collaborate with you to ensure our services are tailored to suit your needs. We commit to providing a unique experience for every customer.
PROFESSIONAL SERVICE
We pride ourselves on our professionalism and always going the extra mile to ensure our customers are 100% satisfied with our services.
Services
Quick, easy and affordable option to move or relocate your home, office or furniture locally nationwide (anywhere in New Zealand).
Hire A Container
You load and unload, we take care of the transport and permits.
Moving from city to city in NZ can be the cheapest way to move.
- We can supply you with bubblewrap and tips on how to load securely for transit.
- We bring a container to your door, leave it with you, you fill the container and we’ll pick it up to take it to its final destination.
- We can offer storage if you can’t move into your new property straight away.
- We can offer you transit insurance for your move.
Packing Tips
Packing service option available in some areas.
To maximise your efforts protection when packing yourself:
- Provide plenty of cushioning by packing loosely crumpled, plain newspaper in the bottom of boxes – leave room at the top for more crumpled paper
- Wrap all fragile, breakable items in paper before packing them in boxes, place plates upright in boxes
- Pack large and heavy items first, smaller items next, filling in all empty spaces with paper
- Use only sturdy cartons that can be easily closed (Don’t over fill). Then tape top seams securely
- Label boxes clearly: you name, room where the box should go in your new home and a brief description of the contents
NOTE: We can’t cart paint, aerosol canisters of paint, ammunition or fireworks. We can’t cart flammable liquid such as petrol, kerosene, methylated spirits.
Container's Dimensions
Click on the button below to calculate what size container you need to move.
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20ft GP Container
2.43m Wide * 2.59m High * 6m Long (33m3)
20ft HC Container
2.43m Wide * 2.96m High * 6m Long (38m3)
40ft HC Container
2.43m Wide * 2.59m High * 12m Long
Packaging Materials For Your New Zealand-Wide Move
To load a moving container correctly, it is recommended that you use the proper packaging equipment for the job.
We recommend using:
- Furniture blankets
- A furniture trolley for loading and unloading the container
- Rope for tying your household furniture in place inside the container
- Good quality sturdy cardboard boxes
- We can courier bubblewrap, paper and boxes if required
We can also load & unload your items or you can do it yourself.
To load a moving container correctly, it is recommended that you use the proper packaging equipment for the job.
How to load a shipping container?
You may find this information useful when loading your container.
- Inspect the container carefully before loading anything inside. Be sure there are no holes in the container before you allow the driver to leave.
- Start with the large and heavy items like appliances and load them on the floor against the front wall of the container.
- Continue loading heavier items on the floor and Towards the front of the container, placing lighter items on the top.
- Place mattress along the sides of the container but keep one to load at the rear of the container in front of the doors.
- Pack the items tightly so nothing moves. Work your way along in tiers loading from bottom to top. Look at the spaces in the tier and then and look for an item to fill that space. Sometimes you can use an empty box, pillows, blankets, or even soft toys to fill in the gaps.
- Packing and loading the container well is the key to getting your shipping in good shape the other end.
- Put a box of things you will need at destination at the back so you get it first off when unloading. Things in this box may include a few toys for the kids, a knife to help you unpack, tea bags, coffee mugs, glasses, a radio, cleaning material and gloves.
- Boxes are easy to carry and easy to stack; pack as many items as you can into boxes. Try to use newer boxes;
- When in doubt, put another layer of packing material around your items, better safe than sorry!
- You might find it helpful to write the contents on the outside of each carton. When you reach your destination you will know where each carton goes.
- Use blankets, bubble wraps and cardboard to protect items from rubbing against each other. Blankets, bubble wrap and cardboard can also be used to fill in any empty spaces. It is important that everything fits in snug and tight so that nothing shifts during the transit.
What people say about us?
Richard Ireland
Recently we used Self Load Containers to move our household items from Canterbury to Taranaki. Jacquie made it so easy. We were already hiring a container from a container company, so we were able to continue with that container, rather than unpack and repack another. Because of our situation we were uncertain of most dates, as we did not have a delivery address at the time of collection, but Jacquie was able to have everything sorted in good time. The team of contractors were wonderful and everything arrived better that when we last used a moving company, and far better value. I would use Self Load Containers any day and highly recommend them.
Gary Norton
Rachel, my wife, also videoed the departure of the container. I was impressed there too as the operator had only about 20 cm between the container and the shed, but he lifted it without any swinging!!!! Just straight up and onto the truck! Again, very skilled.