Chataignier Cold Storage, Refrigeration Trailer and Emergency Walk-In Cooler for Rent
Plan a refrigerated trailer or container for your Chataignier project with Cold Storage Container Rental and Facilities. We help Evangeline Parish hospitals, schools, hotels, food-service operators, and public agencies keep stock at temperature through renovations, power outages, hurricane-season response, and events. Call 888 385-5513 for 24/7 support and emergency deployment coordination, and ask about a mobile kitchen or dishwashing trailer for the same site.
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- Refrigerated trailer pricing
- Starting at $1,295for a 1–6 day rental
- Delivery planning
- Delivery schedule confirmed in your quote
A refrigerated trailer plan for Chataignier.
Start with refrigerated capacity, then add the kitchen and dishwashing facilities your site in Evangeline Parish needs.

12ft Refrigerated Trailer
A compact refrigerated trailer option for reviewing temporary ingredient or product storage where a smaller placement footprint is a priority. Confirm the required operating temperature and refrigeration package.
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20ft Refrigerated Trailer
A 20ft refrigerated trailer for temporary stock storage, with separate temperature configurations to match the food or goods being held.
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20ft Refrigerated Container
A container-format cold-storage option for projects comparing the placement, handling, and access of a refrigerated container with a trailer-based storage facility.
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24ft Mobile Kitchen
A compact cooking trailer with a convection oven, griddle, six-burner range, sinks, and reach-in cold storage for restaurant renovations and temporary meal service.
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38ft Mobile Kitchen
A 38ft mobile commercial kitchen trailer with a fryer, convection oven, griddle/oven, six-burner range/oven, sinks, and reach-in refrigeration and freezer storage.
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22-26ft Low Temp Dish Trailer
Low-temperature push-through dishwashing trailers in 22ft, 24ft, and 26ft configurations, with a soil tray, scraping table, three-compartment sink, and handwashing sink.
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November Tornado Damages Basile Meat Shop and Injures Three Workers
An EF1 tornado struck Basile on November 5, 2024, badly damaging Rhea’s Specialty Meat and Smokehouse near U.S. 190. Three employees were taken to the hospital. In its follow-up report, KALB said the owner expected all three to recover and that one had already been released.

Black Pot Cook-Off Supports the Restoration of Historic Sunset High
École Saint-Landry announced its Black Pot Cook-Off for October 25, 2025 at the Sunset Community Center. Proceeds were directed toward renovating historic Sunset High for the French immersion school’s upper elementary students.
Compare refrigerated trailers and containers.
Review all 5 refrigerated trailer and container sizes for your Chataignier project, with starting prices by rental length. Select a model for its specifications, photographs, and rental details.
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| Model | Format | Temperature options | Power example | Starting price |
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| 12ft Refrigerated Trailer | Refrigerated trailer | Confirm for the assigned 12ft unit | Confirm the assigned unit’s power requirements | Starting at $1,295 for a 1–6 day rental |
| 20ft Refrigerated Trailer | Refrigerated trailer | Separate 32°F, 15°F, and -5°F configurations; confirm the required unit | 220V, single-phase, 40–60A; verify the offered configuration | Starting at $1,495 for a 1–6 day rental |
| 20ft Refrigerated Container | Refrigerated container | Review the selected container's specification | Confirm the assigned unit’s power requirements | Starting at $2,495 for a 1–6 day rental |
| 40ft Refrigerated Container | Refrigerated container | Confirm for the assigned unit | Confirm the assigned unit’s power requirements | Starting at $3,495 for a 1–6 day rental |
| 40ft Refrigerated Container | Refrigerated container | Confirm for the assigned unit | Confirm the assigned unit’s power requirements | Starting at $3,495 for a 1–6 day rental |
Configuration examples shown. Confirm the assigned unit’s temperature range and connections in your quote. Starting prices by rental length are listed on each model page; delivery, setup, taxes, and availability are confirmed separately.
LA 106 Reconstruction Was Scheduled Between LA 13 and US 167
DOTD announced a $3.04 million LA 106 project in Evangeline Parish on August 8, 2018, with construction scheduled to begin August 15. The limits ran from LA 13 to US 167, between mileposts 9.9 and 14.4.
The work included removing the existing surface, rebuilding the subgrade and base, and placing new asphalt. Businesses arranging delivery of portable walk-in coolers would need to account for intermittent lane closures and the 12-foot restriction on oversized loads. Regular traffic was to remain accommodated through the work zone. The announcement forecast completion in December 2018, with weekday construction dependent on weather.
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Tornado Near Pt Blue on May 19, 2019
May 19, 2019 brought a tornado to Evangeline Parish, with a report logged about 2.18 miles west-southwest of Pt Blue. NOAA’s event narrative records, “The tornado continued towards the ENE eventually dissipating after crossing HWY 167.” For a kitchen affected by a service interruption, portable cold storage would be one consideration before normal operations resumed.
The tornado was rated EF1. Its recorded path extended 9.07 miles, with a maximum width of 400 yards. NOAA’s property-damage estimate for this entry was $150,000. The wider storm episode developed around a cold front described in the regional weather account.
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Compare refrigerated trailer and container prices.
Starting prices by rental length for refrigerated equipment and supporting facilities in Chataignier. Review the equipment details and project requirements with our team.
| Refrigerated unit | 1–6 days | 8–14 days | 15 days–1 month | More than 3 months |
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| 12ft Refrigerated Trailer ↗ | Starting at $1,295 | Starting at $1,595 | Starting at $1,895 | Starting at $1,995 |
| 20ft Refrigerated Trailer ↗ | Starting at $1,495 | Starting at $1,695 | Starting at $1,995 | Starting at $1,895 |
| 20ft Refrigerated Container ↗ | Starting at $2,495 | Starting at $2,495 | Starting at $2,995 | Starting at $2,995 |
| 40ft Refrigerated Container ↗ | Starting at $3,495 | Starting at $3,495 | Starting at $3,995 | Starting at $3,995 |
Supporting facility starting prices
| Supporting facility | 1–6 days | 8–14 days | 15 days–1 month | More than 3 months |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 24ft Mobile Kitchen ↗ | Starting at $4,995 | Starting at $4,995 | Starting at $4,995 | Starting at $4,995 |
| 28ft Mobile Kitchen ↗ | Starting at $4,995 | Starting at $4,995 | Starting at $4,995 | Starting at $4,995 |
| 38ft Mobile Kitchen ↗ | Starting at $7,995 | Starting at $7,995 | Starting at $8,995 | Starting at $7,995 |
| 40ft Mobile Kitchen ↗ | Starting at $7,995 | Starting at $7,995 | Starting at $9,995 | Starting at $7,995 |
| 22-26ft Low Temp Dish Trailer ↗ | Starting at $4,995 | Starting at $4,995 | Starting at $4,995 | Starting at $4,995 |
| 38ft Low Temp Dish Trailer ↗ | Starting at $4,995 | Starting at $4,995 | Starting at $4,995 | Starting at $4,995 |
| 30ft Conveyor Dishwashing Trailer ↗ | Starting at $7,995 | Starting at $7,995 | Starting at $7,995 | Starting at $6,995 |
Starting prices by rental length. Prices, availability, delivery timing, and equipment details are subject to change and will be confirmed in your final quote.
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Tornado Near Mamou on May 19, 2019
A May 19, 2019 entry in NOAA’s storm archive describes a tornado about 2.13 miles southeast of Mamou, in Evangeline Parish. The local account states, “A tornado briefly touched down along Gradney Lane.” If a food business lost access to its normal refrigeration, refrigerated trailers could provide space for stock during recovery.

Eunice’s 2025 étouffée cook-off brings tasting and music to the pavilion
Eunice scheduled its 38th World Championship Crawfish Étouffée Cook-Off for March 29, 2025, at the pavilion on Samuel Drive. Professional and amateur cooks were to prepare competing dishes, with public sales beginning after judges received their samples. Cold storage for crawfish and other ingredients belongs in the preparation before teams begin building their sauces.
Acadiana Renaissance Faire schedules a winter run in Evangeline Parish
The Acadiana Renaissance Faire scheduled its 2026 season for weekends from January 10 through February 8 at 629 Mount Carmel Road, using a Ville Platte postal address in Evangeline Parish. For Chataignier residents, it offered a nearby themed gathering built around Post Bonhomie, the faire’s imagined historic outpost. Food sellers at a recurring outdoor event need cold storage for ingredients between preparation and service.
The advertised weekends moved through Fae Wild, pirates, voyagers, Celtic heritage and Mardi Gras themes. Performers and artisan merchants joined the food offerings, with the program drawing on the cultures associated with Acadiana’s early history.
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Thunderstorm Winds Near Chataignier on February 1, 2011
February 1, 2011 brought strong thunderstorm winds to Evangeline Parish, with a report logged in the Chataignier area. The damage account notes, “Trees and power lines were blown down in Chataignier.” A prolonged interruption would leave food operators checking their stock and arranging portable cold storage where necessary.
The entry lists an estimated gust of 52 knots, or roughly 60 mph. NOAA’s property-damage estimate for this entry was $5,000. The wider storm episode developed around a cold front described in the regional weather account.
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Tornado Near Ville Platte on May 19, 2019
May 19, 2019 brought a tornado to Evangeline Parish, with a report logged about 1.28 miles west-northwest of Ville Platte. The local account states, “The tornado then paralleled Tate cove road continuing to snap trees before dissipating near the intersection of Tate Cove and Theophile Road.” If regular storage lost power, a business arranging refrigerated containers would also need a dependable electrical supply.

Flash Flooding Near Church Pt on May 9, 2019
A May 9, 2019 entry in NOAA’s storm archive describes flash flooding about 0.95 miles north of Church Pt, in Acadia Parish. The archived observation reads, “Heavy rain in Church Point flooded streets in the town and closed Highway 35.” Refrigerated trailers carrying food into the area would have to follow any closures affecting their planned route.

Opelousas puts Creole food and music at the center of the 2025 Zydeco Festival
The Southwest Louisiana Zydeco Music Festival scheduled its 43rd celebration for August 30, 2025, at the Yambilee Festival Grounds in Opelousas. Its “Unbroken” theme connected a full day of music with Creole food, language and family history, while the program honored the centennial of Clifton Chenier’s birth.
Evangeline’s 2025 Cotton Festival expands student involvement
Chataignier residents had a parish celebration in Ville Platte when the 71st Louisiana Cotton Festival was scheduled for October 6–12, 2025. Organizers highlighted greater involvement by 4-H and FFA members, including an October 11 student market. The festival’s broader cookery tradition also gives cold storage a practical place in the preparation of perishable contest dishes.
The Louisiana Farm Bureau report named Chloe Guilbeau as festival queen and Bob Manuel as King Cotton. Organizers said proceeds from the previous edition had supported the parish’s 4-H and FFA office. The week continued a local agricultural tradition even as cotton acreage had declined.
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Construction Plans for LA 29 in St. Landry and Evangeline parishes
DOTD outlined resurfacing and drainage work at LA 29 in St. Landry and Evangeline parishes in a notice dated October 1, 2026. The published scope also covered drainage work and asphalt work. The notice put the project value at $9.1 Million. Businesses arranging portable cold storage would need to coordinate equipment deliveries around the announced road work.
The published limits ran from LA 13 to LA 758 in Evangeline and St. The announced start was August 11, 2026. The announced traffic plan included a full road closure. Routes named in the detour instructions included US 190, LA 13 and LA 758. The published completion target was May 2027, subject to the project schedule.
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Plan around the Chataignier address.
A project in Chataignier starts with the same practical questions: which functions need to remain available, how the trailer can reach its placement, and how utilities will connect.
- Share the site and storage needs
Send the address, start date, expected rental length, what needs to stay cold, its holding temperature, and the approximate quantity.
- Review the unit and site requirements
We match a refrigerated trailer or container to the product and space, then review power, placement, access, and any mobile kitchen or dishwashing support.
- Confirm the quote and delivery plan
Availability, rental terms, delivery, and setup are confirmed in your quote before the unit is scheduled.
Construction Plans for LA 1165 in Evangeline Parish
DOTD outlined resurfacing and road reconstruction at LA 1165 in Evangeline Parish in a notice dated September 7, 2022. The published scope also covered drainage work, asphalt work and surface milling. The notice put the project value at $4.4 million. Delivery plans for refrigerated trailers would need to account for the announced work and any access restrictions.
The published limits ran from LA 29 to LA 104. The announced start was September 14, 2022. The notice included lane closures during the work. The published completion target was Spring 2023, subject to the project schedule.
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Flash Flooding Near Ville Platte on April 10, 2024
A severe-weather report was logged about 1.19 miles east of Ville Platte on April 10, 2024 after flash flooding affected the area. NOAA’s event narrative records, “Numerous roads were flooded in Ville Platte with some vehicles being stalled.” For businesses receiving chilled goods, maintaining access to cold storage would be one of the practical questions as conditions changed.
NOAA’s property-damage estimate for this entry was $3,000. The observation was supplied by a broadcast-media report.
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Tornado Near Mamou on May 8, 2020
On May 8, 2020, a tornado generated a local storm report in the Mamou area, in Evangeline Parish. The damage account notes, “A tornado briefly touched down in Mamou, blowing down some trees and damaging a few homes and businesses.” The practical concern for food premises would be whether walk-in coolers and other essential equipment remained in service.
The tornado was rated EF1. Its recorded path extended 0.63 miles, with a maximum width of 100 yards. NOAA’s property-damage estimate for this entry was $150,000. The wider storm episode developed around a cold front described in the regional weather account.
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Construction Plans for LA 3277 in Evangeline Parish
DOTD outlined resurfacing and drainage work at LA 3277 in Evangeline Parish in a notice dated January 2, 2025. The published scope also covered drainage work, asphalt work and surface milling. The notice put the project value at $5.2M. Transporting refrigerated containers through the area would require a route compatible with the announced traffic arrangements.
The announced start was January 6, 2025. The notice included lane closures during the work. The published completion target was August 2025, subject to the project schedule.
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Thunderstorm Winds Near Washington on July 1, 2026
On July 1, 2026, strong thunderstorm winds generated a local storm report about 1.82 miles northwest of Washington, in St. Landry Parish. NOAA’s event narrative records, “Large trees were damaged and thrown across LA 182 between Washington and I-49 interchange.” For food operators, any accompanying loss of electricity would bring cold storage into the recovery plan.

Tornado Near Pine Prairie on February 14, 2026
A severe-weather report was logged about 4.47 miles northwest of Pine Prairie on February 14, 2026 after a tornado affected the area. The damage account notes, “The tornado started in the wooded areas southeast of the Crooked Creek Reservoir where an area of trees were snapped.” Where a food operation’s usual storage was unavailable, refrigerated containers could become part of a temporary operating plan.
Chataignier refrigerated trailer rental FAQs.
How much does a refrigerated trailer rental cost in Chataignier?
Refrigerated trailer pricing is starting at $1,295 for a 1–6 day rental for the smallest trailer. Every trailer and container has starting prices listed by rental length, from 1–6 days to more than 3 months. Delivery, setup, site work, taxes, and the complete rental term are confirmed in your quote.
When can a refrigerated trailer be delivered to Chataignier?
Share your Chataignier address, desired start date, unit size, and access conditions. The team confirms availability and a workable delivery schedule in the quote; this page does not publish a fixed arrival time.
Should I choose a refrigerated trailer or a container?
Compare the stock you need to hold, the required temperature, the placement area, and door access. Trailers and containers are separate formats, and the rental team can review both for your site.
Can a mobile kitchen or dishwashing trailer be added?
Yes. A mobile kitchen trailer and a dishwashing trailer can be reviewed alongside the refrigerated unit when the site also needs cooking or ware washing. Configuration, connections, sanitation requirements, and availability are confirmed for the project.
What should I prepare for my Evangeline Parish site?
Bring the address, placement plan, delivery access details, available power, the goods and holding temperature, dates, and a site contact. Confirm any applicable permit and approval requirements before dispatch.
Keep Chataignier cold.
Share your site, dates, and storage needs. We’ll review the refrigerated trailer or container and supporting kitchen and dishwashing plan for your Louisiana project.
