Buy Used Metal Drums in White Sulphur Springs

How to Buy Used Metal Drums in White Sulphur Springs, WV: Save Money and Find Quality Barrels Fast

What you'll get from this guide: You'll learn exactly where to find used 55-gallon metal drums in your area, how much they cost, and what to check before buying. This will save you time and help you avoid bad purchases.

Why Buy Used Metal Drums?

Used metal drums cost much less than new ones. A new 55-gallon steel drum costs $50-80. A used one costs $15-25. You save 60% or more.

These drums work great for:

• Storing water for emergencies
• Collecting rainwater
• Making burn barrels
• Industrial storage
• Farm and ranch use

Where to Find Used Metal Drums in White Sulphur Springs

RePackify - Your Best Local Option

RePackify connects you with people selling used drums in your area. Right now, they have 128 used 55-gallon metal drums available in White Sulphur Springs.

What you get:

• Drums that have been rinsed clean
• Local pickup (no shipping costs)
• Fair prices
• You can see the drums before buying

How it works:

Go to RePackify's website

Search for drums in White Sulphur Springs

Contact the seller

Arrange pickup

Online Sources

You can also buy drums online, but you'll pay shipping costs. Online sellers typically require minimum orders of 50-200 drums.

What to Check Before You Buy

1. What Was Stored in the Drum?

Safe contents: Food products, soap, oils, water Avoid: Chemicals, paint, pesticides

Always ask the seller what was in the drum. If they don't know, don't buy it.

2. Check the Drum's Condition

Look for:

• Rust (small spots are okay, big patches are not)
• Dents (small dents are fine, big ones weaken the drum)
• Holes or cracks
• Strong chemical smells

Good sign: The drum has been rinsed and has no strong odors.

3. Open Top vs. Closed Top

• Open top: Has a removable lid. Good for solid materials.
• Closed top: Has small caps on top. Good for liquids.

Choose based on what you plan to store.

How Much You'll Pay

Local prices in White Sulphur Springs:

• Single drum: $20-30
• 10+ drums: $15-25 each
• 50+ drums: $12-20 each

Additional costs:

• Transportation (if you need delivery)
• Cleaning supplies if needed

Getting Your Drums Home

Most sellers don't deliver. You need to pick up the drums yourself.

What you need:

• Pickup truck or trailer
• Help loading (drums weigh 40-50 pounds empty)
• Straps to secure drums during transport

Tip: A standard pickup truck holds 4-6 drums safely.

Cleaning Your Used Drums

Even "clean" drums need a final rinse before use.

Simple cleaning method:

Rinse with hot water

Add a cup of dish soap

Shake and rinse again

Let air dry completely

For stubborn odors:

Mix 1 cup baking soda with water

Let sit overnight

Rinse thoroughly

Local Alternatives

Hardware Stores

Local hardware stores sell new containers but at much higher prices. Only consider this if you need just one drum and want it brand new.

Storage Units

If you buy many drums, you might need temporary storage. Local storage facilities can help, but this adds to your total cost.

When Drums Wear Out

Don't throw old drums in regular trash. Take them to scrap metal recyclers. You'll get $5-15 per drum for scrap metal.

Final Tips

Buy locally when possible - You save on shipping and can inspect before buying

Start with one drum - Test your needs before buying many

Ask questions - Good sellers will answer questions about the drum's history

Bring cash - Many sellers prefer cash transactions

Check RePackify first - It's your best source for local deals

Quick Action Steps

Visit RePackify today

Search for drums in White Sulphur Springs

Contact sellers with available drums

Ask about previous contents and condition

Arrange to see the drums in person

Bring cash and transportation

Clean drums before first use

Remember: The best deals go fast. If you find good drums at fair prices, buy them quickly. Other buyers are looking too.