$12.98/ plastic drum at pickup
Buy Used Plastic Drums in Fargo, ND
24 listings · Available Listings near Fargo, ND
- 55 Gallon Non-Food Grade Plastic Drums - Aberdeen SD 57401
New
Aberdeen, SD · 125 mi away
Min. order 208
$17.71/ plastic drum at pickup - $16.87/ plastic drum at pickup
- $12.98/ plastic drum at pickup
- $0.33/ plastic drum at pickup
- $19.46/ plastic drum at pickup
- Used 60 Gallon Plastic Drums - Young America MN 55394
Used
Young America, MN · 201 mi away
Min. order 208
$18.16/ plastic drum at pickup - $18.24/ plastic drum at pickup
- Closed Top 55 Gallon Plastic Drums - Saint Paul MN 55124
Used
Saint Paul, MN · 223 mi away
Min. order 208
$14.64/ plastic drum at pickup - Used 30-Gallon HDPE Open Head (Removable Lid) Blue Plastic Drums - Osceolaosceola, WI 54020
Used · 19x19x29in
Osceolaosceola, WI · 225 mi away
$14.36/ plastic drum at pickup - Used 55-Gallon HDPE Lever Lock Ring Blue Plastic Drums - Austin, MN 55912
Used · 24x24x35in
Austin, MN · 290 mi away
Min. order 2
$19.46/ plastic drum at pickup - Used 55 Gallon Food Grade Plastic Drums - Sioux City IA 51103
Used
Sioux City, IA · 301 mi away
Min. order 208
$12.98/ plastic drum at pickup
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21 Plastic Drums listings within 500 miles of Fargo, ND. Additional nationwide listings follow the nearby results. Prices range from $0.33 to $19.46 per unit.
Plastic Drums Prices in North Dakota
What buyers pay by condition
| Condition | Avg. Price |
|---|---|
| New | $18.05 |
| Reconditioned | $14.77 |
| Used | $13.27 |
| Damaged (Salvage) | $5.17 |
About Fargo
Fargo Supplier & Recycler of Used Plastic Drums
Save Money on Plastic Drums: Your Complete Fargo Buying Guide
What you'll get from this guide: Learn how to buy quality used plastic drums in Fargo for 70% less than new ones, plus avoid common buying mistakes that cost you time and money.
Why Buy Used Plastic Drums?
Used 55-gallon plastic drums cost $7-25 each. New drums cost $50-80 each. You save $25-55 per drum.
You can use these drums for:
Water storage for your garden
Rain collection systems
Workshop waste containers
Emergency water supplies
Moving liquids safely
Two Best Ways to Buy in Fargo
Buy in Bulk Online (Best for 10+ drums)
Price: $7 per drum
Where: RePackify website
How it works: You request a quote online. They calculate shipping costs based on how many drums you want.
Best for: Businesses, farms, or groups buying together
Buy from Local Sellers (Best for 1-5 drums)
Price: $25 per drum
Where: Private sellers in West Fargo area
How it works: You call or text the seller. Meet them to pick up drums.
Best for: Home users who need just a few drums
What to Check Before You Buy
Look for cracks or holes: Run your hand along the drum surface. No cracks means no leaks.
Smell the inside: If it smells like chemicals, you'll need to clean it thoroughly before using it for water.
Check the lid: Make sure it closes tight. A loose lid means spills.
Ask what was stored in it: Food-grade drums (held things like corn syrup) are safest. Chemical drums need more cleaning.
Real Example: What One Fargo Buyer Did
Sarah from Fargo needed 3 drums for rainwater collection. She first looked at new drums - $180 total. Then she found a local seller charging $25 each. She spent $75 total and saved $105.
She checked each drum for cracks, cleaned them with soap and water, and now collects 165 gallons of rainwater for her garden.
Quick Price Comparison
1-2 drums: Buy local for $25 each
3-9 drums: Compare local ($25 each) vs bulk ($7 + shipping)
10+ drums: Buy bulk online for $7 each
Common Mistakes to Avoid
Don't skip the smell test: Chemical odors mean extra cleaning work.
Don't forget about transportation: A 55-gallon drum weighs 40+ pounds empty. Bring help or a truck.
Don't assume food-grade: Ask the seller what was stored in the drum before.
Next Steps
Count how many drums you need
If you need 10 or more, get a quote from RePackify
If you need fewer than 10, search for local sellers
Always inspect drums before buying
Plan how you'll transport them home
Start with one drum to test your setup. Once you know it works, buy more drums using the same source.
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.