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How PODS works

1

Your container arrives at your door

We bring a sturdy, weather-resistant PODS container right to your location. Load your container at your convenience.

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We move or store it

Once you're packed, we'll transport your container to your new home or keep it at one of our secure Storage Centers.

3

Your empty container goes back with us

After you've unpacked and settled in, we'll come back to collect the empty container. No rush—we work around your schedule.

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Find your fit

PODS 16 foot container

16 ft

Our largest size, and a popular choice for moving a 3 to 4 bedroom home.

16' x 8' x 8'

About the size of a 10'x15' storage unit or a 20' truck

Fits 1,200 sqft

PODS 12 foot container

12 ft

A great choice for smaller and local apartment moves.

12' x 8' x 8'

About the size of a 10'x10' storage unit or 15' truck

Fits 500-800 sqft

PODS 8 foot container

8 ft

Perfect for apartment residents, college students, or downsizing.

8' x 7' x 8'

About the size of a 5'x10' storage unit or 10' truck

Fits up to 500 sqft

Your Container

A 16 foot PODS container

You're the only keyholder

Your belongings stay private—no movers handle your items, just you.

Weather-resistant and secure

Our steel-frame containers are designed to keep your belongings protected from the elements.

Ground-level for easy loading

No ramps or stairs to navigate—just walk right in and start packing.

Designed for flexibility

Convenient tie-down rings enable you to secure your belongings for transit with ropes or straps.

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6
million moves
in 25 years

6
million moves
in 25 years

Rated #1 in moving and customer service

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How many containers?

Tell us how much stuff you have, and we'll estimate the containers you need.

What service do you need?

Number of rooms

Approx. 1,200 sqft

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How furnished is your space?

16 foot PODS container

16ft Container

Real stories, real moves

  • A dog looks on from a lawn as a PODS container is lowered by a PODZILLA
  • A family poses in front of a PODS container while holding moving boxes
  • A PODS truck delivers a PODS container on a residential street
  • Two customers pose in front of a PODS container from their lawn
  • A father and child play inside of an empty PODS container
  • Two PODS customers pose in front of a PODS container while holding their dog
  • A small child poses inside of an empty PODS container
  • A child wearing sunglasses poses in front of a homemade PODS banner
  • A couple poses in front of a PODS container

Let PODS help you moveremodeldeclutterdownsizestage your homerelocatestart freshrefinish your floorsupgrade your home

You don’t have to worry about driving

You can cross "learn how to drive a moving truck" off your list, PODS will transport your container wherever it needs to go

Home-to-home without the hassle

You have the option to store your belongings at our Storage Centers while you're between homes.

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Move now, pay later

Monthly financing is available to make your move fit your budget.

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Ditch the moving deadline

Our monthly rentals mean you can tackle your move one box at a time.

Manage your move online

Track your move and easily update delivery or pickup dates.

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10x safer for your stuff

Our content damage claims rate is less than 1/10th the moving industry average.

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Let's get moving.

FAQs

No deposits, no obligations: Like most hotel reservations, you can reserve your PODS container with a credit card – no payments are due until 7 days before your container delivery.


Easy cancellation: If you change your dates or change your mind, it's no worries! Visit pods.com/cancel to view our full cancellation policy.


No surprise costs:We're transparent with our pricing in your detailed quote, which you'll receive via email.


Avoid late fees: Your containers are rented by the month, so you can take your time loading and unloading – without worrying about extra fees that can come with a truck rental.


Flexible scheduling: With PODS there are no rigid schedules. If your plans change you can login to my.pods.com to update your schedule.

Take your time - your PODS container rental is monthly, giving you the flexibility to pack and unload at your own pace. Your 30-day billing cycle starts when we deliver your container.

We personalize your moving quote based on your unique journey:

  • Pick-up and delivery locations
  • Travel distance
  • Time needed for your move
  • Size and number of containers

Get your custom quote in minutes and see why millions choose PODS for a smoother move.

Your PODS storage quote is personalized based on your unique needs, including:

  • Your location
  • Length of storage and time of year
  • Container size and quantity
  • Storage location - at your property or in a secure, indoor, climate-controlled PODS Storage Center
  • Special offers and promotions available in your area

Get your custom quote in minutes, or explore our current discount offers to start saving.

If you keep your things at one of our Storage Centers, they'll receive the best and most secure treatment available. PODS Storage Centers are clean, safe, dry, and many are climate-controlled. PODS has hundreds of convenient and safe locations across the country.