Buy Used Plastic Drums in Mount Pleasant, SC

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38 Plastic Drums listings within 500 miles of Mount Pleasant, SC. Prices range from $6.00 to $30.00 per unit.

Plastic Drums Prices in South Carolina

What buyers pay by condition

ConditionAvg. PriceAvailable Qty
New$15.781
Reconditioned$13.600
Used$12.591
Damaged (Salvage)$5.030

Prices reflect current market averages for plastic drums in South Carolina, with 2 units available across all conditions. View full price index

About Mount Pleasant

Mount Pleasant Supplier & Recycler of Used Plastic Drums

Save Money on Plastic Drums: Best Places to Buy Used 55-Gallon Containers in Mount Pleasant, SC

You'll save 60-80% compared to new drums and get quality containers for storage, rain collection, or industrial use.

Finding good used plastic drums in Mount Pleasant doesn't have to be expensive or complicated. Here are the best local options to get what you need.

Why Buy Used Plastic Drums?

Used drums cost $7-$10 each versus $30-$50 for new ones. You get:

  • Same durability as new drums

  • Food-grade options available

  • Quick local pickup or delivery

  • Environmental benefits from reusing materials

Best Local Sources

RePackify Mount Pleasant Marketplace

Your first stop for local drum deals.

What you get:

  • 50-55 gallon HDPE drums

  • Gently used condition

  • Food-grade drums available

  • $7-$8 starting price

How it works:

  • Browse hundreds of drums online

  • New listings added weekly

  • Order directly from local sellers

  • Arrange pickup or delivery

What to Check Before Buying

Ask these questions to avoid problems:

Drum condition:

  • Is it food-grade or industrial use only?

  • Are there cracks or damage?

  • What was stored in it previously?

Head style:

  • Open-head (removable lid) for easy access

  • Tight-head (permanent top with small openings) for liquids

Certifications:

  • UN rating for hazardous materials (if needed)

  • Food-grade certification (if storing food/water)

Delivery:

  • Can you pick up locally?

  • What are shipping costs?

  • How long for delivery?

Simple Buying Process

Start with RePackify Mount Pleasant - Check local listings first

Compare prices - Look at condition and features

Ask questions - Verify what you're getting

Arrange pickup - Save money on shipping when possible

Inspect on arrival - Check for damage before paying

Real Examples of Savings

  • Rain collection system: Used drum ($8) vs new ($45) = $37 saved per drum

  • Storage for garage: Five used drums ($40) vs new ($225) = $185 saved

  • Small business use: Twenty drums used ($160) vs new ($900) = $740 saved

Bottom Line

You can get quality used plastic drums in Mount Pleasant for $7-$10 each through RePackify's local marketplace. This saves you significant money while getting containers that work just as well as new ones.

Start with local RePackify listings, ask the right questions, and arrange pickup when possible to maximize your savings.

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.