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Great company to deal with. Spoke to Cole Tuesday and ordered a one trip container, arranged delivery on Friday. Discussed extras and decided to have the anti condensation sprayed on the inside roof.... See more
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We needed a 40ft container with side opening doors, in a particular colour. Colin at Universal was able to find something for us at short notice, and in the exact spec that we needed. It also came in... See more
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Colin Redmond was fantastic from start to finish, he answered all our questions and arranged the invoice and delivery very quickly. We are really pleased with the containers they are in fantastic cond... See more
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We have four decades of shipping container experience and knowledge, including buying and renting, maintaining and fixing, and customising and building. You’ll find our team of engineers and specialists at our container park in Greater Manchester, which is open to both trade customers and the general public. Our speciality is providing a large variety of containers for many different needs. This includes sizes from 8ft to 40ft, a range of parts and accessories, and a secure self-storage solution on our site. All our containers are ISO compliant and can be used for standard storage or completely redesigned to suit your needs.
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Wharfside Container Park, Irlam Wharf Road, Irlam, Manchester, M44 5FZ, Irlam Manchester, United Kingdom
- 01617753217
- sales@universal-containers.com
- universal-containers.com
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Excellent communication and professional service
Excellent communication and customer Service from Cole, thanks so much
14 May 2026
Unprompted review
Reply from Universal Containers
Hi Justin,
Thank you for your great feedback! We’re so pleased to hear you received excellent communication and customer service from Cole. We’ll be sure to pass on your kind comments to him.
Thanks again for choosing Universal Containers!
All the best,
The UCS Team
Colin was really helpful and made the…
Colin was really helpful and made the process easy!
6 May 2026
Unprompted review
Reply from Universal Containers
Hi Madi,
Thank you for your kind review! We’re delighted to hear Colin was really helpful and made the whole process easy for you.
We truly appreciate your feedback and thank you for choosing Universal Containers!
All the best,
The UCS Team
This company was very easy to deal with…
This company was very easy to deal with and provided a brilliant service from start to finish.
16 April 2026
Unprompted review
Reply from Universal Containers
Hi Dean,
Thank you for your wonderful feedback! We’re so pleased to hear you found the whole process easy and that you received brilliant service from start to finish.
We truly appreciate your support and thank you for choosing Universal Containers
All the best,
The UCS Team
Easy to deal with and good customer…
Easy to deal with and good customer service. All our queries were answered immediately. The container was delivered on time and the haulage was excellent.
Cole was extremely helpful and was the main reason we chose Universal Containers. He was always available and happy to help.
I would highly recommend this company
28 April 2026
Unprompted review
Reply from Universal Containers
Hi Sharon,
Thank you for your fantastic review! We’re so pleased to hear you found the whole process easy and that our team was able to answer all your queries quickly. It’s great to know the delivery and haulage service met your expectations as well.
We’ll be sure to pass your kind comments on to Cole; he’ll be delighted to hear he made such a positive impression and helped you choose Universal Containers.
Thank you again for your recommendation and support!
All the best,
The UCS Team
Fantastic service by Steve at Universal…
Fantastic service by Steve at Universal Containers. Friendly and informative. Great on price. Would not hesitate to recommend to anyone. Thank you
20 April 2026
Unprompted review
Reply from Universal Containers
Hi Stephen,
Thank you for your wonderful review! We’re delighted to hear you received such fantastic service from Steve. Friendly, informative service and great value are exactly what we aim to provide, so it’s great to know we delivered for you.
We truly appreciate your recommendation and thank you for choosing Universal Containers!
All the best,
The UCS Team
First class company to deal with
First class company to deal with, called into their depot having seen adverts on ebay. A guy called Cole greeted us and took information on what we were looking for. show us some containers that were in the price range and that was it.......he couldnt have been more helpful, great comms after purchase....all in all Cole is a great asset to your company.
Container delivered on time by a lovely man called Brian, what a pleasure......put the container exactly where i wanted it.......well done to your all......fantastic service
29 April 2026
Unprompted review
Reply from Universal Containers
Hi John,
Thank you for such a fantastic review! We’re delighted to hear you had a first-class experience with Universal Containers from start to finish.
It’s great to know Cole was so helpful in finding the right container for you and kept communication smooth throughout the process. We’ll also be sure to pass your kind comments on to Brian; he’ll be pleased to hear the delivery went perfectly and that the container was positioned exactly where you wanted it.
We truly appreciate your support and thank you again for your wonderful feedback!
All the best,
The UCS Team
My experience was great
My experience was great. We needed a container as soon as possible and Cole made it happen in 3 days.
27 April 2026
Unprompted review
Reply from Universal Containers
Hi there,
Thank you for your fantastic review! We’re so pleased to hear you had a great experience and that Cole was able to arrange your container so quickly. Providing fast and reliable service is something we pride ourselves on, so your feedback is greatly appreciated. Thank you for choosing Universal Containers!
All the best,
The UCS Team
Reply from Universal Containers
Hi Jason,
Thank you for your great feedback! We’re delighted to hear Steve looked after you so well and that you’d recommend him anytime. We really appreciate your support and thank you for choosing Universal Containers!
All the best,
The UCS Team
My name is Ben
My name is Ben. I have a very good experience from. Universal container specially
Stephen Woolley andMartin who delivered the container little problem of delivery dates and time but otherwise fantastic service and a beautiful container shipment clean and nice easy people to deal with contact Stephen if you need a container and even at Martin is late, but he will put it anywhere difficult and easy for him. Thank you very much for your help boys.
23 April 2026
Unprompted review
Reply from Universal Containers
Hi there,
Thank you, Ben, for your wonderful review! We’re really pleased to hear you had such a positive experience with Universal Containers.
We’re glad everything was handled smoothly overall and that you were happy with the quality and cleanliness of your container. Thank you again for your patience with the delivery timing, and for recommending our team. We truly appreciate your support!
All the best,
The UCS Team
Cole was very helpful would recommend…
Cole was very helpful would recommend this company.
21 April 2026
Unprompted review
Reply from Universal Containers
Hi Mohammed,
Thank you for your kind review! We’re delighted to hear Cole was so helpful and that you’d recommend our company. We really appreciate your support and thank you for choosing Universal Containers
All the best,
The UCS Team
Great Company
Great company to deal with, excellent customer service. Colin was friendly, helpful and informative for the container that was needed. Overall very impressed with Universal Containers and can highly recommend.
23 April 2026
Unprompted review
Reply from Universal Containers
Hi there,
Thank you for your fantastic review! We’re so pleased to hear you were impressed with both our service and your experience with Colin. Providing friendly, helpful and informative support is something we take great pride in, so your feedback means a lot to us. We truly appreciate your recommendation and thank you for choosing Universal Containers!
All the best,
The UCS Team
Really good company and Colin who dealt…
Really good company and Colin who dealt with my order was really helpful and made the whole process really easy. Looking forward to receiving my 2 containers when there ready to collect.
21 April 2026
Unprompted review
Reply from Universal Containers
Hi Andrew,
Thank you for the great review! We’re delighted to hear you had such a positive experience with our team. We’ll be sure to pass your kind comments on to Colin; he’ll really appreciate it. Thanks again for choosing UCS!
All the best,
The UCS Team
Truly helpful ad honest company
Truly helpful ad honest company
had an issue with wanting to collect in person but i changed my mind and they organised everything swiftly .
Please do buy from
RF
17 April 2026
Unprompted review
Reply from Universal Containers
Hi there,
Thank you for your kind feedback! We’re really pleased to hear that our team were able to help you quickly and make the process smooth when your plans changed.
We appreciate your comments about our service and honesty, and we’re glad everything was organised swiftly for you.
Thanks again for choosing Universal Containers; we look forward to helping you again in the future.
All the best,
The UCS Team
I highly recommend this company
I highly recommend this company. The staff were consistently helpful, responsive, and efficient, making the whole experience smooth and stress-free.
15 April 2026
Unprompted review
Reply from Universal Containers
Hi Johnny,
Thank you for your kind feedback! We’re really pleased to hear that our team were consistently helpful, responsive, and efficient, and that your experience was smooth and stress-free from start to finish.
We truly appreciate your recommendation and are glad we could provide a positive service. We look forward to assisting you again in the future.
All the best,
The UCS Team
Fantastic company buy from
Fantastic company buy from. Recently purchased a 10m container and from first contacting them to it been delivered on site was absolutely flawless. Colin Redmond dealt with us and was brilliant from start to finish, responding to any queries and constantly keeping us updated. Would highly recommend Universal containers. Five stars all round!
27 March 2026
Unprompted review
Reply from Universal Containers
Hi Jim,
Thank you for your fantastic feedback! We’re delighted to hear that your experience from first contact through to delivery of your 10m container was completely seamless.
It’s great to know Colin Redmond provided such brilliant support throughout, keeping you updated and responding quickly to your queries; we’ll be sure to pass on your kind words to him.
We really appreciate your recommendation and your five-star rating, and we look forward to working with you again in the future.
All the best,
The UCS Team
Always a pleasure doing business with…
Always a pleasure doing business with Universal Containers. Good reliable company. Colin is great to deal with, helpful and very professional. We have been dealing with them for many years now and will continue to do so!
15 April 2026
Unprompted review
Reply from Universal Containers
Hi Amanda,
Thank you for your wonderful feedback! We’re really pleased to hear that you’ve found us a reliable company and that you continue to enjoy doing business with Universal Containers over so many years.
It’s especially great to hear your kind words about Colin; we’ll make sure he knows how much his helpful and professional approach is appreciated.
We truly value your continued support and loyalty, and we look forward to working with you for many more years to come.
All the best,
The UCS Team
First-class.
A great container at a competitive price. Special mention must go to Colin who was really helpful and organised speedy delivery, despite it being the Easter break. The delivery driver was heroic - what a character! First-class from beginning to end.
9 April 2026
Unprompted review
Reply from Universal Containers
Hi Mark,
Thank you for your fantastic feedback! We're really pleased to hear you’re happy with your container and that you found our pricing competitive.
We’ll be sure to pass your special mention on to Colin; he’ll be delighted to know he was able to help and organise everything so smoothly, even over the Easter break. It’s also great to hear the delivery driver made such a strong impression and handled a tricky delivery location so well!
We truly appreciate your kind words and are glad the whole experience felt first-class from start to finish. Thanks again for choosing Universal Containers!
All the best,
The UCS Team
Universal Containers, great service.
Universal Containers and in particular Colin Redmond have been more than helpful over a number of years. They have always helped with advice and price where possible and have always been prompt in answering questions and sending over quotations. I wouldn't hesitate to work with them and Colin again.
14 April 2026
Unprompted review
Reply from Universal Containers
Hi Richard,
Thank you for your wonderful feedback! We're truly grateful for your continued support over the years, and it’s great to hear that both Universal Containers and Colin Redmond have consistently provided helpful advice, prompt responses, and competitive pricing.
We really appreciate your trust and kind words, and we’re delighted to know you wouldn’t hesitate to work with us again.
Thanks again for your loyalty; we look forward to continuing to support you in the future.
All the best,
The UCS Team
Just had my second 10ft+8ft steel…
Just had my second 10ft+8ft steel container delivered today, and I’m very pleased with it . Thankyou Colin Redmond for your services Definitely 5 stars 🌟 👍👍👍
9 April 2026
Unprompted review
Reply from Universal Containers
Hi Robert,
Thank you for your fantastic feedback! We’re really pleased to hear you’re happy with your second container and that everything went smoothly with the delivery.
We’ll be sure to pass your kind thanks on to Colin Redmond; he’ll really appreciate your comments and the 5-star rating 🌟👍
We’re grateful for your continued support and look forward to helping you again in the future.
All the best,
The UCS Team
The best
We have been buying containers for years and still the only company we trust 🥳
2 April 2026
Unprompted review
Reply from Universal Containers
Hi Jo,
Thank you for your fantastic feedback! We're truly grateful for your continued trust in us over the years; it means a great deal to the team.
We’re delighted to hear we remain your preferred supplier, and we really appreciate your loyalty and support 🥳
We look forward to continuing to work with you for many more years to come.
All the best,
The UCS Team
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