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50 Plastic Drums listings within 500 miles of Arlington Heights, IL. Prices range from $1.30 to $32.43 per unit.

Plastic Drums Prices in Illinois

What buyers pay by condition

ConditionAvg. Price
New$19.99
Reconditioned$16.49
Used$14.95
Damaged (Salvage)$5.77

Plastic Drums price index for Illinois

About Arlington Heights

Arlington Heights Supplier & Recycler of Used Plastic Drums

Save Money on Used Plastic Drums in Arlington Heights, IL

What you'll get: Learn exactly where to buy quality used 55-gallon plastic drums in Arlington Heights at the best prices, plus how to save even more with nearby options.

Why This Matters

You need reliable plastic drums but don't want to pay full price for new ones. Used drums work just as well for most storage needs and cost much less.

Best Local Option: RePackify Arlington Heights

Location: Arlington Heights, IL 60004

What they have:

  • 160 used 55-gallon plastic drums in stock

  • Closed-top design

  • Industrial grade quality

  • Ready for pickup or delivery

Pricing breakdown:

  • Buy 24 drums: $8.00 each (best deal)

  • Buy 12 drums: $11.20 each

  • Buy 1-11 drums: $24.00 each

  • Freight costs extra

Example: If you need 24 drums, you'll pay $192 total (plus shipping). That's $16 less per drum compared to buying just one drum.

Save Even More with Nearby Locations

Chicago Location (10 miles south):

  • Price: $6.00 per drum

  • Same 55-gallon plastic drums

  • Freight not included

Des Plaines Location (11 miles northeast):

  • Price: $7.00 per drum

  • Food-grade 55-gallon plastic drums

  • Better for storing food or beverages

Money-saving tip: Even with gas costs, driving to Chicago or Des Plaines can save you $1-2 per drum on large orders.

What You Need to Know Before Buying

Check the condition:

  • Look for cracks or damage

  • Ask about previous contents

  • Make sure they're clean inside

Understand the grades:

  • Industrial grade: Good for non-food items

  • Food grade: Safe for food and beverages

  • Choose food grade if storing anything edible

Plan your transport:

  • Freight costs aren't included in prices

  • Ask for delivery quotes

  • Consider pickup if you have a truck

Order smart:

  • Bigger orders mean lower prices per drum

  • Small orders cost much more per unit

  • Plan ahead to buy in bulk

How to Get Started

Step 1: Decide how many drums you need

  • Count your storage requirements

  • Remember: more drums = lower cost per drum

Step 2: Compare your options

  • Arlington Heights: Most convenient

  • Chicago: Cheapest at $6 per drum

  • Des Plaines: Best for food storage at $7 per drum

Step 3: Contact RePackify

  • Check current inventory

  • Get delivery quotes

  • Ask about drum condition

Step 4: Inspect before you buy

  • Look for damage

  • Check cleanliness

  • Confirm they meet your needs

Real Example

Say you need 12 drums for storing water. Here's what you'd pay:

Arlington Heights: 12 x $11.20 = $134.40

Chicago: 12 x $6.00 = $72.00

Des Plaines: 12 x $7.00 = $84.00

The Chicago option saves you $62.40, even after gas costs for the drive.

Bottom Line

RePackify offers the best selection of used plastic drums in Arlington Heights. For the lowest prices, consider their Chicago location. For food storage, Des Plaines has food-grade drums at reasonable prices.

Start by checking inventory at your preferred location, then arrange pickup or delivery. With smart planning, you'll get quality drums at a fraction of new-drum prices.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are standard plastic drum dimensions?

A 55-gallon HDPE drum is about 23.3" in diameter and 34.75" tall, slightly larger than the 22.5" x 33.5" steel drum, and weighs 20 to 28 lbs empty, roughly half a steel drum. A 30-gallon drum is 19" x 29" (13 to 16 lbs) and a 15-gallon drum 15" x 26" (8 to 10 lbs).

Are plastic drums chemical resistant?

HDPE resists most acids, bases, and salts and does not rust, which is why it is preferred over steel for corrosive liquids. It is not suitable for strong solvents or contents held continuously above about 120°F, where steel is the right drum, and tight-head HDPE drums are UV-stabilized for outdoor storage.

What is the difference between reconditioned and used plastic drums?

A reconditioned drum has been cleaned and inspected and can hold product again when the new contents are compatible with the prior fill; hazmat use still needs a valid UN marking from a DOT-certified reconditioner. A used drum is sold as-is, with prior contents disclosed when the seller knows them, and suits compatible reuse or feedstock for a reconditioner. Damaged drums go to HDPE recycling; grade says nothing about head type, so check the 2" bung tight-head or bolt-ring open-head separately.

Can a used plastic drum hold drinking water?

Only if it was food-grade to begin with, has been reconditioned, and carries the reconditioner's potable-water certification; a food-contact certificate alone does not approve drinking water. HDPE absorbs a fraction of what it holds, so a drum that held chemicals should not be reused for food or water regardless of cleaning; look for a 55-gallon drum whose listed prior contents were food or beverage.

How many plastic drums fit on a truck?

The same floor layout as steel: 104 empty drums single-tier on 26 drum pallets, 208 double-stacked, 200 or more loose. Filled with water a plastic drum is about 480 lbs, so roughly 90 reach the 45,000-lb payload, a few more than steel.