$18.16/ plastic drum at pickup
Buy Used Plastic Drums in Derry, NH
43 listings · Available Listings near Derry, NH
- $14.92/ plastic drum at pickup
- Used 55-Gallon Plastic Drums - Gilford, NH 03249
Used · 36x23x23in
Gilford, NH · 36 mi away
Min. order 100
$6.49/ plastic drum at pickup - $15.57/ plastic drum at pickup
- $14.27/ plastic drum at pickup
- Used 55 Gallon Food Grade Plastic Drums - Worcester MA 01602
Used
Worcester, MA · 58 mi away
Min. order 208
$20.76/ plastic drum at pickup - $12.98/ plastic drum at pickup
- $18.16/ plastic drum at pickup
- Food Grade 55 Gallon Plastic Drums - Providence RI 02905
New
Providence, RI · 86 mi away
Min. order 208
$18.63/ plastic drum at pickup - $18.16/ plastic drum at pickup
- $14.92/ plastic drum at pickup
- $15.57/ plastic drum at pickup
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43 Plastic Drums listings within 500 miles of Derry, NH. Prices range from $3.90 to $32.43 per unit.
Plastic Drums Prices in New Hampshire
What buyers pay by condition
| Condition | Avg. Price |
|---|---|
| New | $21.20 |
| Reconditioned | $17.57 |
| Used | $15.15 |
| Damaged (Salvage) | $6.15 |
About Derry
Derry Supplier & Recycler of Used Plastic Drums
How to Find Cheap Used Plastic Drums in Derry, New Hampshire
Why read this? You'll save money and find quality used plastic drums quickly in your local area without wasting time on dead ends.
If you need plastic drums for storage, rain collection, or your business, buying used can save you 50-70% compared to new drums. Derry has several good options for finding 55-60 gallon plastic drums.
Start with Local Specialty Resellers
RePackify is your best first stop:
Located right in Derry (Zip 03038)
Has about 300 used 60-gallon drums in stock
Open-head design (no lid attached)
Costs around $11 per drum
Made from HDPE plastic (strong and chemical-resistant)
Get a quote through their website
Look for Local Recycling Companies
Recycling companies often sell cleaned drums:
They wash and repair used drums before reselling
Usually cheaper than specialty resellers
Good for environmental projects
Call companies in Manchester area
Ask about pickup services to save on shipping
Find Free or Very Cheap Options
Online classifieds sometimes have great deals:
Check local classified sites regularly
Search for "plastic drum" or "55 gallon barrel"
Look in Manchester-Derry area listings
Example: Sometimes companies give away 300+ drums for free pickup
Local businesses may have surplus drums:
Food processing companies
Chemical manufacturers
Ask if they have drums they're discarding
What to Check Before Buying
Drum specifications:
Food-grade vs industrial grade (food-grade costs more but safer for water storage)
Open-head (removable lid) vs closed-head (small openings only)
UN/DOT certification if shipping chemicals
Practical considerations:
Calculate shipping costs (can double your total cost)
Local pickup saves money
Check if drums are cleaned
Ask about quantity discounts
Smart Shopping Tips
Start local - RePackify and local recyclers first
Buy in bulk - Better prices for 10+ drums
Pick up yourself - Saves shipping costs
Inspect first - Check for cracks or chemical residue
Ask questions - What was stored in them? Are they food-grade?
Bottom Line
You can find quality used plastic drums in Derry for $10-25 each. Start with RePackify for reliable inventory, then check recycling companies for bulk deals. Online classifieds can have amazing bargains if you're patient.
Most people find what they need within a week by checking these sources regularly.
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.