Buy Used Shipping Boxes in Rhode Island

Save Money on Shipping: How to Find Cheap Used Boxes in Rhode Island

Why this matters: You can cut your shipping costs by 50-80% and help the environment by buying used boxes instead of new ones.

What You'll Save

Used shipping boxes cost $0.05 to $0.60 each in Rhode Island. New boxes cost $1.00 to $3.00 each. This means you save at least 40 cents per box.

Example: If you ship 50 packages per month, you'll save $20-120 monthly by using used boxes.

Where to Find Used Boxes

Online Options

RePackify - The easiest option

• Visit repackify.com/buy-shipping-boxes/rhode-island
• Small boxes (6×6×3") to large boxes (20×10×21")
• Prices: $0.30-$0.60 per box
• Free delivery on large orders

Price varies by city:

• Providence: $0.26 per box
• Pawtucket: $0.18 per box
• Warwick: $0.26 per box
• Narragansett: $0.56 per box

Free Community Sources

Moving truck rental companies offer box exchange programs where customers sell or give away used boxes.

Local community groups like neighborhood exchanges let people give away boxes for free. Search online for "free boxes" plus your city name.

Bulk Suppliers

Commercial suppliers sell used boxes in large quantities. Minimum orders start at $10. Delivery fees range from $20-50.

How to Choose the Right Source

For small needs (under 20 boxes): Start with community groups for free boxes, then try RePackify.

For regular shipping (20+ boxes monthly): Use RePackify for consistent supply and quality.

For large one-time projects (100+ boxes): Contact bulk suppliers for volume discounts.

What to Check Before Buying

• Box strength: Press on corners and edges
• Size accuracy: Measure if exact dimensions matter
• Cleanliness: Avoid boxes with stains or odors
• Delivery costs: Factor these into your total price

Pro tip: Start with a small order to test quality before buying in bulk.