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Portable storage weight limit

No matter what portable container company you are using you will learn about a weight limit. We will cover what a portable storage weight limit is, why we have weight limits, and how to gauge the weight of the contents.

What is a portable storage container weight limit?

A weight limit can be expressed as the total maximum allowable weight of the container and contents, or the weight limit of the contents alone. CAPSULE’s weight limit Is expressed by contents alone. The CAPSULE can have 6,000lbs of contents inside the capsule without going overweight.

Why do CAPSULE containers have weight limits?

Weight limits are typically specific to containers that will be moved with contents. Most weight limits do not apply to containers used only for on-site storage. CAPSULE has a weight limit of 6,000lbs of contents for our 8×16 CAPSULEs. This limit, and almost all weight limits set by portable storage companies are due to TXDOT weight regulations, not necessarily the durability of the container or equipment. For our truck, equipment, and container to operate on the road without a CDL driver, the entire rig needs to be under 26,000lbs. That is where the weight limit comes in. This is also why CAPSULE only provides 8x16ft containers and not 20ft, people go overweight with bigger ones, and the weight limits is actually less.

How do you gauge the weight of the contents?

CAPSULE has a machine that weighs the container before loading. However, to avoid delaying your move you want to make sure you do not go overweight. This can be tricky, but there are some easy and clear ways to make it a breeze.

First, it is more about what you put in it, than how much. Household items are not an issue, but some things are, BIG flags that affect the weight are things like:

Large gun safe
Large Rolling toolbox or shop full of tools
A fully dismantled rock fireplace (yes that happened)
Multiple full filing cabinets
Abnormal amounts of boxes with books and paper

If you do not have any of those things, but you are still a little concerned, take the heaviest things you plan to pack, and look them up online for a weight (most retailers provide this online). The weight of the heaviest items should not exceed 4,500lbs. Here is a link to a moving weight calculator you might find useful.

loading capsule portable storage in Texas heat

Other things to consider about weight:

If you’re getting multiple CAPSULEs, try spreading the heavy items between the 2 CAPSULEs instead of all the heavy stuff in one, and all the light stuff in the other.

It is also beneficial to try to evenly distribute the weight in the container for transport. Some make the mistake of loading all the heavy items first, that means they all go in one capsule, and/or loaded on one end.

If you have any questions you can always call ant talk or email us.

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What to do when your house floods

Nothing is better than living in Texas, however we do sometimes have issues when the weather acts like its from Canada. Given the last 2 years we wanted to make a general list addressing what to do if your house floods, what to look for in a restoration company, and how to help prevent frozen pipes. As always keep Capsule portable storage in mind for your pack outs for any restoration or mitigation needs.

What do I do if my house floods?

If your house floods, it is important to take immediate action to protect yourself and your property. Here are some steps to take:

Evacuate the area if it is unsafe to stay in your home.
Turn off the main power and gas supply to your home to prevent electrical fires and gas leaks.
Contact your insurance company to report the flood and begin the claims process.
Document the damage by taking photos and videos of the affected areas. The more the better!
Remove as much water as possible using pumps, mops, and towels.
Dry out the affected areas as soon as possible to prevent mold growth.
Contact a professional restoration company to assess the damage and begin the cleanup and repair process.
Look for help from local disaster response organization if needed.

How do I choose a restoration company?

It is important to act quickly to minimize the damage and to contact your insurance company as soon as possible, so they can take the necessary steps to help you.

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Choosing a restoration company after a flood can be a difficult task, but it is important to select a reputable and experienced company to ensure that your home is properly restored. Here are some tips on how to choose a restoration company:

Look for a company that is certified by the Institute of Inspection Cleaning and Restoration Certification (IICRC) or other professional organizations.
Research the company’s reputation by reading customer reviews and checking their ratings with the Better Business Bureau (BBB).
Verify that the company has the necessary licenses and insurance to perform the work.
Ask for references and contact them to get an idea of the company’s work quality and customer service.
Check if the company has experience working with your insurance company.
Get a detailed estimate of the work to be done, including the cost and timeline for completion.
Make sure to ask questions and discuss your concerns with the company before hiring them.

By following these tips, you can ensure that you choose a reputable and experienced restoration company that can properly restore your home and help you get your life back to normal after a flood.

How to I prevent my house pipes from freezing?

There are several steps you can take to prevent your pipes from freezing during cold weather:
Insulate your pipes: Insulating pipes in unheated areas of your home, such as the attic, garage, or crawlspace, can help to keep the pipes warm.
Seal drafts: Seal any drafts in your home, such as those around windows and doors, to help keep the warm air inside.
Keep the heat on: Keep the heat on in your home, even when you are away, to prevent the temperature from dropping too low.
Open cabinet doors: Open the doors to cabinets that contain pipes, such as those in the kitchen and bathroom, to allow warm air to circulate around the pipes.
Let faucets drip: During extremely cold weather, let the faucets drip slightly to keep water moving through the pipes and prevent freezing.
Keep the garage door closed: If the pipes in your garage are exposed, keep the garage door closed to keep the cold air out.
Keep the thermostat set to the same temperature during the day and at night.
Have a professional winterize your pipes if you are going to be away for an extended period time.

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Moving Checklist

Moving tips and checklist, a short but useful exercise.

Moving is stressful, don’t make it worse by doing it last minute and on the fly. Do yourself a favor and plan ahead. However, plan for the plans to change, 80% of the time, moving schedules change.

“Planning is the most important thing you can do, but plans are useless” – Gen. George C. Marshall

Grab a notepad and a pen. You’ll need to physically create your own checklist because everyone’s move, and lives are different. Physically writing it down helps you focus and remember things you need. You can later put that list on a digital to-do list.

Moving Checklist: A Breakdown

Sort: You need to start sorting things out. They typically fall into the following FOUR categories.

Essentials
Nonessentials
Donate / Trash
Personal documents

You’ll want your essentials set aside, as they are the last to get packed, or not packed at all and kept on you personally during home transition.

Non-essentials are the things you can live a good amount of time without.

Purge the stuff you really don’t use and or will never use. Consider donating it to a local nonprofit before putting it on the curb if it’s in good shape.

Personal documents are often forgotten, especially when people don’t plan on things falling through or changing. You may need documents at closing you didn’t think you did. Enrolling kids at school may be difficult if their paperwork is put in storage.

Research movers and moving services

Figure out what you need or what combination of services will fit your needs best. Some people use a Capsule for 100% or their moving needs and pack themselves. Many others use it to supplement their move as a combination of services. Taking their time to pack nonessentials away and using full-service labor movers the day of. This also helps staging your home.

Not all movers are created equal. Reviews and referrals from friends are the most utilized resources. Unfortunately, many scams involve moving services. Some ways to verify this is a physical location, and online history, & reviews.

Get your Quotes on services and get them scheduled out, do not wait until the day before.

Get moving supplies. Boxes, tape, packing paper, and markers for labeling will help in numerous ways. First, you know what’s in a box without ripping into it during unpacking. Also when your loading a Capsule, geometric shapes like boxes, and various size of packages help compact at better utilize the space inside the container.

Random Moving Checklist everyone forgets

Boxes, packing paper, tape, and markers
Dolly’s, rope, straps, and blankets.
Change of address notice at USPS HERE
Notify Bank, Employer, Credit Cards, Mailing services
Defrost Freezer a few days out
Plan to eat all your perishable food or trash it.
Service your personal vehicles

Aforementioned, Make your own list. Hopefully this one helped too. Major takeaways, do net procrastinate, and the better organized, the more smoothly it goes. Utilizing a Capsule container can help.

Is a CAPSULE a good fit?

Call or contact us here locally in DFW if you have any questions or what to find out.
Read our blog about whether or not a Capsule is a good fit HERE
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Is a CAPSULE Moving and Storage Container Right for You?

There are a lot of benefits to a CAPSULE moving and storage container, but it may not be the best option for everyone. We don’t like to talk ourselves out of business, but we have a high customer satisfaction level because we want to make sure we are a good fit.

In order to understand if it’s right for you, let’s look at the primary benefits. Then, we will look at the common misconceptions where a Capsule may not be a good fit vs the alternatives.

Benefits of CAPSULE Portable Storage Bins

Containers for moving

Reduces labor and effort.
- Load at your own apace
- Load at ground level
- Packing one time
- You call when ready to move
You’re packing so you know where things are at
Flexibility when things change
- Things do and will change, supply chain issue, construction dates, closing issues. 80% of moves change because things do not remain on schedule.
- Closings or projects don’t always stay on schedule, don’t get stuck with bad options if things fall through on closing or a contractor doesn’t finish on time.
You don’t have to drive a large truck
Cost effective when compared to full service movers

On Site Storage of Restoration or Remodeling

Keep things on site and near for quick easy access
Get stuff out of the way of construction workers
Avoid having to move items multiple times

Moving Storage Container Misconceptions

Moving all in one day
- If you need the container dropped off in the morning and moved the same day you may be better of renting a truck, or a full-service moving crew. Capsule does not provide same day drop and pick up, this is due to logistics, someone is always waiting on someone else (mover don’t show up on time or you thought it would take 30min to load). No one else does this either, be weary of salespeople in a call center that promise you that.
Apartments
- Capsule has helped many people move in and out of apartments. However, you want to check on the apartment complex rules regarding them, plan for where you want to put it.
- Second, if you’re in downtown Dallas, and the only parking is a parking garage, there may be no place to drop the capsule, we do not put them on the curb. They must go on your property, or in a parking space.
24 hr Access
- If you plan to put the container into our storage, we are happy to give you free access during business hours with 24hrs notice so we can pull it. However, if you plan to make regular stops in and out, a traditional 24hr self-storage facility may be a better option

Moving alternative in DFW, what’s right for you?

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Portable Storage for Remodeling and Restoration

Capsules can be used for more than just relocation purposes. Many customers use Capsule portable storage for restorations and remodeling needs. We will cover why they work so well for this purpose and try to answer any questions concerning their use for onsite storage.

Benefits of portable storage for restoration and remodeling

Out of the way but still accessible

You don’t have to be working around your belongings or moving them from room to room as the work progresses or tries to progress. Homeowners don’t have to worry about a couch getting dusty or their clothes covered in building materials.

Easy Loading and Unloading

You’re loading at ground level and not up into a truck. The door of the Capsule is 5” off the ground, and a truck door is 36” (average) off the ground. You’re also not in a rush due to time constraints, the Capsule is delivered, and you pay by the month, not the day.

It reduces labor by over 75%. Instead of loading a truck, driving it, unloading it, and doing it all again in reverse… you pack and unpack one time.

Capsules are secure and weatherproof

Capsules are built for Texas, they have steel roofs instead of plastic. The doors are swing style doors making them easy to open, but more secure to lock than roll up doors. The floors are made out of 3/4“ marine grade plywood and steel. To date, we have not had any issues with heat, cold, or rain.

Capsules are Flexible with Changes

Project runs over schedule? No problem, the Capsule is yours, as long as you keep up with monthly rental.

HOA says it’s been there too long? No problem, we can bring it back to our place and store it for you. Your rent does not increase, but you do pay transport fees in and back out.

Commercial or residential uses

Capsules can cover big or small jobs. Many individual residential customers only need one, sometimes two capsules. However, we do plenty of work with large scale restoration projects. Our Capsules fit perfectly in Parking spaces, and help pack out companies, speed up jobs, and reduce labor. We even helped the Texas Rangers move to their new stadium in 2020, Helped countless restorations projects during the big 2021 freeze, and flooded apartments in 2022.

Questions about portable storage for restorations and remodeling

How long can I keep my Capsule?

Capsule does not care how long you keep your capsule as long as you keep paying rent. However, some cities and HOAs have rules about how long they can stay. Knowing their local rules and regulations is the customers responsibility. However, we can store the Capsule for you if you need us to and bring it back when you’re ready to unload.

Where can I place the Capsule?

Capsule does not allow placement on streets, curbs, or public right of ways. It must physically go on your property. We will place them on grass or gravel if you want, if its does not look like it’s a low-lying area. Customers take responsibility for City and HOA rules regarding placements.

How much room do I need to deliver a Capsule?

All Capsules are 8×16 ft in size. We ask for 9 Foot tall and 9 ft wide opening for placement. Dispatch will go over this with you prior to delivery, and there is no need for anyone to be home at delivery if we know where it is going and have access.

Capsule machine needs 9 foot tall and 9 ft. wide for most placements

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