Durham Emergency Refrigeration Trailer, Cold Storage and Walk-In Cooler for Rent
Durham operations that depend on refrigerated stock can call Cold Storage Container Rental and Facilities at 888 385-5513 for 24/7 support and emergency deployment coordination. Review refrigerated trailers and containers for restaurants, care facilities, schools, distributors, and event sites in Durham County, especially when a storm or power outage puts stock at risk, then add a mobile kitchen or dishwashing trailer if cooking and ware washing are also affected.
- Refrigerated trailer pricing
- Starting at $1,295for a 1–6 day rental
- Estimated delivery window
- 1 to 2 hours
Refrigerated rentals in Durham, North Carolina.
With about 306,000 residents, Durham is a city in Durham County, North Carolina. The city limits take in about 119.9 square miles, or roughly 2,548 residents per square mile. As the county seat of Durham County, Durham is where much of the county's public business happens. Durham ranks 4th in North Carolina by population among 549 incorporated places. Durham takes its name from Bartlett S. Durham. Nearby North Carolina communities with their own planning pages include Chapel Hill, roughly 9 miles away, and Morrisville, roughly 10 miles away.
Census estimates put the population up about 7.6% since 2020. Ground elevation is about 400 feet above sea level. In North Carolina, research and hospital campuses and trade shows and furniture markets are regular reasons to rent refrigerated trailers or containers, from the Triangle, the Piedmont, and the Outer Banks and coast. Durham customers range from a hospital system, a distribution center, or a large event to hospital systems and other operations that cannot let product warm up. In North Carolina, planning can also need to allow for hurricane-season outages and mountain winter storms, so we ask Durham customers about power early. Coastal storm recovery and mountain winter weather both affect how soon a unit can be delivered and connected. We review those details for each Durham address.
Our 24/7 team coordinates emergency deployment to Durham; call 888 385-5513 to confirm availability. The estimated delivery window is 1 to 2 hours, and your quote sets the final schedule. Refrigerated trailers and containers come in several sizes, and a mobile kitchen or dishwashing trailer can join the Durham rental when you need it.
Durham at a glance.
- Population (2025 estimate)
- 305,561
- Change since 2020
- +7.6%
- Land area
- 119.9 square miles
- People per square mile
- 2,548
- Rank in North Carolina
- 4th of 549 incorporated places
- County role
- County seat of Durham County
- Elevation
- 400 feet
- Name origin
- Named for Bartlett S. Durham
Sources: U.S. Census Bureau population estimates and Gazetteer (population, area, rank); Durham on Wikipedia (elevation, county seat, name origin).
A refrigerated trailer plan for Durham.
Start with refrigerated capacity, then add the kitchen and dishwashing facilities your site in Durham County 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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Review all 5 refrigerated trailer and container sizes for your Durham project, with starting prices by rental length. Select a model for its specifications, photographs, and rental details.
Scroll across the table to compare specifications and starting prices.
| Model | Format | Temperature options | Power example | Starting price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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.
Durham food bank opens a larger hub with expanded refrigerated capacity
Durham’s Food Lion Feeds Hunger Solution Center marked its grand opening on July 28, 2026. The 64,000-square-foot facility at 1607 Hamlin Road replaced the Food Bank of Central & Eastern North Carolina’s earlier branch arrangement with more room for food handling, volunteers and community activities. Food Lion Feeds contributed $1 million toward the project.
The new center provides three times the warehouse space and substantially more cold storage for perishable food. That capacity supports the movement of fresh, locally sourced products through sorting and packing to partner organizations across the region. Dedicated volunteer and meeting areas sit alongside the distribution functions, making the building a place for both immediate food assistance and the coordination required to sustain it.
Local background sources
Fallen Trees Caused Power Outages in East Durham
Trees fell onto power lines near Weldon Terrace and Owen Street in Durham on January 9, 2024, causing outages around the intersection. The damage came as a strong low-pressure system moved through the Southeast and sent widespread gusty winds across North Carolina.
A line of showers and thunderstorms followed during the afternoon and evening, adding to tree damage already associated with winds ahead of the system. In East Durham, the loss of electricity connected the physical damage with an immediate interruption to daily operations. Businesses with walk-in coolers must account for their perishable stock whenever that kind of outage interrupts normal refrigeration.
Local background sources
Bimbé Cultural Arts Festival brings an afternoon of music and vendors to Durham
Durham’s Bimbé Cultural Arts Festival was scheduled for May 17, 2025, at Rock Quarry Park. The city’s parks and recreation calendar set the main gathering from 1 to 7 p.m. and described a celebration of West African traditions and culture. Music, dance and readings formed part of a broader program that also included weekday activities.
Local crafts, artwork, food and drink vendors were part of the park event. Portable refrigeration fits into the preparation behind those food stalls, where ingredients need to remain ready for an afternoon of service. With no admission charge or advance registration, the festival offered an open community gathering at the Stadium Drive park, combining performance and shopping within a shared cultural celebration.
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Compare refrigerated trailer and container prices.
Starting prices by rental length for refrigerated equipment and supporting facilities in Durham, North Carolina. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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.
Need help now? Call 888 385-5513 for 24/7 support and current availability.
Plan around the Durham address.
A project in Durham 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.
Continue planning across the region.
Compare rental planning pages for other North Carolina cities near Durham.
- Chapel Hill9 miles away
- Morrisville10 miles away
- Carrboro11 miles away
- Hillsborough13 miles away
- Butner14 miles away
- Cary14 miles away
- Creedmoor16 miles away
Durham refrigerated trailer rental FAQs.
How much does a refrigerated trailer rental cost in Durham?
Refrigerated trailer pricing is starting at $1,295 for a 1–6 day rental for the smallest trailer, and the same starting prices apply to Durham projects. 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.
How quickly can a refrigerated trailer reach Durham?
The estimated delivery window to Durham is 1 to 2 hours. Final timing depends on availability, the route, site access, and your start date, and is confirmed in your quote. For urgent needs, call 888 385-5513 for 24/7 emergency deployment coordination.
Can you also serve Chapel Hill and other nearby places?
Yes. Places such as Chapel Hill (about 9 miles), Morrisville (about 10 miles), and Carrboro (about 11 miles) can be planned together with a Durham rental, and the team can review one project that spans more than one address. Confirm each site's access, power, and dates in your quote.
What if a cooler fails or the power goes out in Durham?
Call 888 385-5513 any time. Emergency deployment is coordinated 24/7: share the Durham address, the holding temperature, the quantity of product, and whether power is available, and the team will confirm the quickest workable option. North Carolina sites can face hurricane-season outages and mountain winter storms, so ask about generator connections before the product is at risk.
Do I need a permit to place a refrigerated trailer in Durham?
Requirements depend on the exact site and the local jurisdiction, so check with Durham's town or city office and Durham County before dispatch. Unit dimensions, electrical needs, and placement details are shared with you to support that conversation, and any required approval stays your responsibility to confirm.
Should I choose a trailer or a container for my Durham site?
Compare the stock you need to hold, the required temperature, the placement area, and door access. Trailers and containers are separate formats, and a mobile kitchen or dishwashing trailer can be reviewed alongside the refrigerated unit when the site also needs cooking or ware washing.
Keep Durham cold.
Share your site, dates, and storage needs. We’ll review the refrigerated trailer or container and supporting kitchen and dishwashing plan for your North Carolina project.