Buy Used Shipping Boxes in Brooklyn

Save Money on Moving: Where to Find Cheap Used Boxes in Brooklyn

You'll save 50-70% on moving costs and help the environment by buying used shipping boxes instead of new ones.

Moving is expensive. But you don't need to spend a fortune on boxes. Used shipping boxes work just as well as new ones and cost much less.

Here's where to find them in Brooklyn.

Why Buy Used Boxes?

Used boxes save you money. New moving boxes cost $2-5 each. Used ones cost $0.50-2 each.

If you need 50 boxes for your move, that's $100-250 for new boxes versus $25-100 for used ones.

Used boxes also help the planet. Every box you reuse is one less box in a landfill.

Online: Shop From Your Couch

RePackify sells both new and used boxes online. They deliver to Brooklyn, often next day. You can see exactly what condition the boxes are in before you buy.

Filter by size and price to find what you need quickly.

Local Stores: See Before You Buy

Brooklyn has packaging stores that sell used and surplus boxes. The benefit? You can touch and inspect each box.

Look for these types of stores:

• Packaging supply companies
• Moving supply stores
• Shipping stores

Call ahead to ask if they have used boxes in stock. Bring a measuring tape if you need specific sizes.

How to Buy Smart

Check every box before you pay. Look for:

• Water damage (brown stains, soft spots)
• Torn corners
• Broken seams
• Bad smells

Buy 10% more boxes than you think you need. Some will be too damaged to use.

Compare prices. Check at least three sources before buying.

Ask about delivery costs. Free boxes aren't free if delivery costs $50.

Red Flags to Avoid

Don't buy boxes that:

• Smell moldy or strange
• Have grease stains
• Are crushed or dented
• Feel soggy or weak

These boxes will break when you load them.

The Bottom Line

Used shipping boxes can cut your moving costs in half. Start looking early - good boxes go fast.

Try marketplace apps first for the best deals. Visit local stores if you need to see boxes in person. RePackify offers the best balance of selection and convenience for online shopping.

Your wallet and the environment will thank you.