How To Choose the Right Mobile Office
Needed Space & Number of Occupants
- Determine how much space you need and if you require additional storage areas, multiple offices or classroom space
- Identify how many occupants will be using the mobile office rental during your project
- Rent a ground-level office (GLO) if you need storage space and a modular office building or office trailer if you need multiple offices or classrooms
Amenities & Features
- List the features you need for daily use, such as HVAC systems, restrooms, furniture and data or power systems
- Amenities affect portable office rental sizing and whether you’ll need additional hookups or support equipment on site
- Confirm the key job requirements and site constraints up front so you can choose the most efficient mobile office with your specific customizations
Site Accessibility & Foundation
- Think through how you’ll get the temporary office rental to the work area, considering ground conditions, gate widths, overhead clearance, turning radius and delivery placement
- Access and maneuvering limits often determine the size of the office rental and whether you need modular setups
- Measure access points and turning and placement space to ensure smooth delivery, setup and operation
FAQs About Mobile Offices
United Rentals offers a comprehensive selection of mobile office solutions, ideal for use on various temporary, long-term or mobile projects. Our mobile offices for rent offer your team or guests a private, durable, wind-resistant and watertight space whenever you need it. Common applications include using these mobile office containers as a guard shack, ticket booth, classroom or administrative office. We offer mobile office trailers in a variety of sizes, from 24-foot office trailers to 70-foot office trailers, ideal for use in construction projects, manufacturing plants, administrative offices, retail stores and healthcare sites. This 30-foot mobile office trailer is equipped with a restroom, central heating and air conditioning, perfect for temporary on-site planning or administrative oversight. Additionally, United Rentals’ mobile offices feature a wide range of customization options and amenities to keep your business running smoothly, including lighting, outlets, venting, restrooms and additional HVAC units.
Learn more about mobile offices in our FAQ section below.
Yes, mobile offices can withstand harsh weather conditions. Mobile offices are designed to withstand a range of extreme weather, from wind, sleet and snow to rain and heat. For more information, read United Rentals’ Tips for Choosing a Mobile Office Trailer.
Mobile office delivery and setup times vary, depending on scheduling, distance, site accessibility, weather and size. Once delivered, installation and setup can take anywhere from 30 minutes to a couple of hours. Need more help? Contact one of our storage and mobile office experts for further guidance.
Depending on your location and the intended use of your mobile office, you may require a permit. Generally, a permit is not required if the mobile office is installed in addition to existing services, like an employee break room, restroom or an office for general administrative oversight over an existing site. However, a permit is likely required if the standalone mobile office functions as its own business or address, or working as part of the business within the existing address.