When planning for your move, a key decision is choosing between renting plastic moving boxes/bins/totes/crates or purchasing cardboard boxes. Below is a comparison that considers durability, environmental impact, and price.
Durability and Convenience
Plastic moving boxes are highly sturdy and weather-resistant, protecting items from moisture and other conditions. They come pre-assembled and have easy-to-latch lids, simplifying packing. Cardboard boxes are lightweight and require assembly and tape. While strong enough for most purposes, they are more susceptible to damage from humidity or stacking weight. Also, insects like to get cozy in the fluted layers of corrugated cardboard.
Environmental Impact
Plastic moving boxes are reusable up to 400 times, making them an eco-friendly option that reduces waste. After your move these bins are meticulously sanitized before renting out again. Cardboard boxes are single-use and end up in landfills. Alabama has an 8% recycle rate.
Price Comparison
Pricing varies based on factors like rental duration, but here’s a general breakdown for a one-bedroom apartment:
• Plastic Rental Boxes/Bins: Renting 25 plastic boxes for a week costs approximately $70. We deliver and pick up for an additional $20 to $40 depending on location. Check out our packages here.
• Cardboard Boxes: Buying 25 standard cardboard boxes costs around $50-$75. However, additional costs for packing tape and possibly padding materials can add another $10-$20. Cardboard boxes can sometimes be used a second time, but often they’re left as waste after one use.
Final Verdict
Moving boxes/bins offer several benefits that simplify the moving process. They are durable, versatile, reusable, weatherproof and convenient. For anyone looking to make their move easier and more efficient, Plastic Moving Bins are an excellent choice. Click here if you’re in the Birmingham, AL area and select the package that works best for your needs.