Charleston Emergency Walk-In Cooler, Refrigeration Trailer and Portable Cold Storage for Rent
Charleston 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 Charleston 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
- 2 to 3 hours
Refrigerated rentals in Charleston, South Carolina.
About 159,000 people live in Charleston, a city in Charleston County, South Carolina. The city limits take in about 115.3 square miles, or roughly 1,383 residents per square mile. As the county seat of Charleston County, Charleston is where much of the county's public business happens. Charleston ranks 1st in South Carolina by population among 271 incorporated places. Charleston takes its name from Charles II of England. Charleston is about 6 miles from Mount Pleasant and 7 miles from Hanahan, which helps when a job spans more than one site.
Census estimates put the population up about 5.8% since 2020. Ground elevation is about 20 feet above sea level. Cold-storage projects in Charleston can connect to port and manufacturing logistics and peach and produce growers, which are common across South Carolina, from the Lowcountry, the Upstate, and the Midlands. Charleston 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. For Charleston sites, it is worth planning for hurricane-season outages and summer heat that can affect South Carolina before delivery. Beach-season demand and hurricane preparation both shape when refrigerated units are needed. We review those details for each Charleston address.
Call 888 385-5513 to confirm availability in Charleston. Emergency deployment is coordinated 24/7, and the estimated delivery window is 2 to 3 hours, with final timing set in your quote. Refrigerated trailers and containers come in several sizes, and a mobile kitchen or dishwashing trailer can join the Charleston rental when you need it.
Charleston at a glance.
- Population (2025 estimate)
- 159,423
- Change since 2020
- +5.8%
- Land area
- 115.3 square miles
- People per square mile
- 1,383
- Rank in South Carolina
- 1st of 271 incorporated places
- County role
- County seat of Charleston County
- Elevation
- 20 feet
- Name origin
- Named for Charles II of England
Sources: U.S. Census Bureau population estimates and Gazetteer (population, area, rank); Charleston on Wikipedia (elevation, county seat, name origin).
A refrigerated trailer plan for Charleston.
Start with refrigerated capacity, then add the kitchen and dishwashing facilities your site in Charleston 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 Charleston 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 |
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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.
Charleston Harbor Deepening Reaches Its Construction Milestone
Charleston’s harbor-deepening project reached a major milestone in December 2022 when SC Ports announced completion of work bringing the harbor to a depth of fifty-two feet. The authority said the change allowed the largest ships calling the East Coast to reach its terminals without waiting for a particular tide.
That access supports the wider cargo network, including the movement of refrigerated containers through a port system that handles fresh and frozen goods. The project also widened turning basins in front of Wando Welch and Leatherman terminals. State officials, federal representatives and maritime partners marked completion together, connecting years of construction to a practical result: more room and depth for large container ships to move through Charleston Harbor.
Local background sources
A Fallen Tree Damaged Lines on Rutledge Avenue
A large tree fell onto power lines in the 700 block of Rutledge Avenue in Charleston on July 11, 2026. Charleston County Emergency Management reported the damage as a line of thunderstorms moved southeast across the Lowcountry.
The storms had developed over the Midlands earlier in the afternoon, then organized into a line that continued toward the coast through early evening. Fallen trees and lines can affect access to businesses as well as electrical service, including the supply needed by walk-in coolers in commercial kitchens. Strong gusts and downed trees were reported across Charleston, Dorchester and Colleton counties during the broader storm episode.
Local background sources
Charleston Wine and Food Announces Its Next Five-Day Festival
Charleston Wine and Food has announced March 3–7, 2027, for its next festival, placing another five-day culinary gathering on the city’s calendar. The organizer’s program centers on food, demonstrations, classes, music and collaborative dining, with the local hospitality community at the heart of the event.
Moving ingredients from cold storage to preparation counters is part of the work behind tasting portions and restaurant services. The organization also describes support for participating chefs and restaurants through food and beverage costs and dining-event stipends. That connection between the public festival and working kitchens gives the announcement significance beyond the ticket calendar: it creates a shared period of activity for Charleston’s culinary businesses and their guests.
Local background sources
Compare refrigerated trailer and container prices.
Starting prices by rental length for refrigerated equipment and supporting facilities in Charleston, South 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 Charleston address.
A project in Charleston 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 South Carolina cities near Charleston.
- Mount Pleasant6 miles away
- Hanahan7 miles away
- James Island7 miles away
- North Charleston8 miles away
- Goose Creek12 miles away
- Hollywood14 miles away
- Summerville17 miles away
Charleston refrigerated trailer rental FAQs.
How much does a refrigerated trailer rental cost in Charleston?
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 Charleston 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 Charleston?
The estimated delivery window to Charleston is 2 to 3 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 Mount Pleasant and other nearby places?
Yes. Places such as Mount Pleasant (about 6 miles), Hanahan (about 7 miles), and James Island (about 7 miles) can be planned together with a Charleston 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 Charleston?
Call 888 385-5513 any time. Emergency deployment is coordinated 24/7: share the Charleston address, the holding temperature, the quantity of product, and whether power is available, and the team will confirm the quickest workable option. South Carolina sites can face hurricane-season outages and summer heat, so ask about generator connections before the product is at risk.
Do I need a permit to place a refrigerated trailer in Charleston?
Requirements depend on the exact site and the local jurisdiction, so check with Charleston's town or city office and Charleston 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 Charleston 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 Charleston cold.
Share your site, dates, and storage needs. We’ll review the refrigerated trailer or container and supporting kitchen and dishwashing plan for your South Carolina project.