Buy Used Metal Drums in Adger, AL

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45 Metal Drums listings within 500 miles of Adger, AL. Prices range from $1.20 to $84.00 per unit.

About Adger

Adger Supplier & Recycler of Used Metal Drums

Save Money on 55-Gallon Metal Drums in Adger, AL - Starting at $5.74 Each

What you'll get: Find the cheapest used metal drums in your area, save hundreds compared to new drums, and get them fast with local pickup options.

Why Buy Used Metal Drums?

New 55-gallon steel drums cost $25-40 each. Used drums cost under $7. You save 80% or more.

These drums work great for:

  • Water storage

  • Chemical storage

  • Oil collection

  • DIY projects like rain barrels

  • Small business storage needs

Best Deal in Adger: $5.74 Per Drum

RePackify has 55 drums ready now

  • Price: $5.74 each

  • Location: Adger, AL 35006

  • Stock: 55 drums available

  • Condition: Reconditioned (cleaned and inspected)

How to buy:

Go to RePackify.com

Find the Adger listing

Click "Contact Supplier & Request A Quote"

Tell them how many you need and your address

They'll give you the total cost with shipping

Pay and arrange pickup or delivery

More Options Nearby

Need more drums? Check these nearby towns on RePackify:

  • Moody, AL: $6.00 each

  • Adamsville, AL: $6.48 each

  • Bessemer, AL: $6.75 each

All within a short drive if you want to pick up yourself and save on shipping.

What to Check Before You Buy

Ask these questions:

  • Are the drums cleaned inside?

  • Any holes or major dents?

  • What was stored in them before?

  • Can I inspect them before paying?

For chemical storage, make sure:

  • Drums have tight-fitting lids

  • No rust holes

  • Previous contents won't contaminate your materials

Money-saving tips:

  • Buy 10 or more for bulk discounts

  • Pick up yourself to avoid shipping costs

  • Ask about drums with small dents (work fine, cost less)

Quick Comparison: New vs Used

New drum: $25-40 each = $1,375 for 55 drums

Used from RePackify: $5.74 each = $315 for 55 drums

You save: Over $1,000

What If RePackify Runs Out?

Call local scrap yards in these areas:

  • Pinson

  • Odenville

  • Birmingham area

They sometimes have drums but won't be as cheap or clean as RePackify's.

Bottom line: RePackify's Adger location offers the best price and condition for used 55-gallon drums. At $5.74 each, you'll save serious money compared to buying new or from other suppliers.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are standard 55-gallon drum dimensions?

A closed-head 55-gallon steel drum is 22.5" in diameter and 33.5" tall and weighs 38 to 48 lbs empty; the open-head version is about 34.75" tall because of the bolt ring and weighs 45 to 55 lbs. A 30-gallon drum is 19" x 28.5" (22 to 30 lbs) and a 16-gallon drum 15" x 26.5" (15 to 20 lbs). The 85-gallon overpack, 27" x 39", is for containing a damaged drum.

What is the difference between open-head and tight-head drums?

A tight-head drum has a sealed top with 2" and 3/4" bungs and is for liquids. An open-head drum has a removable lid held by a bolt ring or lever lock and is for solids, pastes, and anything you scoop out. Lined drums add an epoxy or phenolic interior for corrosive or food-grade contents.

What is a reconditioned drum?

A reconditioned drum has been professionally cleaned, tested, and certified for reuse, and is the grade to buy when the drum will hold product again, provided the new contents are compatible with what it held before and any hazmat use has a valid UN marking from a DOT-certified reconditioner. Used drums are sold as-is, with prior contents disclosed when the seller knows them, and suit non-critical storage. Damaged drums are sold for scrap value only; grade says nothing about head type, so check the 33.5" closed-head or 34.75" open-head height separately.

Can a used steel drum hold food or drinking water?

Only a lined, reconditioned drum that was previously food-grade and that the reconditioner certifies for food or potable use; the grade alone is not enough. An unlined drum that held oil, solvents, or chemicals cannot be made food-safe by cleaning. Listings state the last contents when the seller knows them, so filter by prior contents before buying a 55-gallon drum for potable use.

How many drums fit on a truck?

Empty 55-gallon drums: a 53-foot dry van carries 104 single-tier on 26 drum pallets of 4, 208 double-stacked, or 200 or more loose and tight-packed. Filled with water, weight governs: about 84 drums on 21 pallets reach the 45,000-lb payload. An 85-gallon overpack is 27" across, so only 2 fit on a 48" drum pallet.