Moving & Packing Supplies
Retail moving and packing supplies turn every self storage rental into an upsell, boosting per-tenant revenue while making owners the one-stop shop customers expect.
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Paper Mart
100+ year old national packaging supplier — 26,000+ SKUs, wholesale pricing open to all, same-day shipping from their California warehouse.
On The Move Inc.
Storage-specific branded truck lease program — offer tenants a free move-in truck, earn rental income, and market your facility on the road.
Best Boxes Packing Shipping
From a coffee mug to a golf cart, Best Boxes Packing Shipping can pack and ship anything.
Bring Me Boxes
Provider of a wide range of packaging and moving supplies with free delivery services in major Florida cities.
California Supply, Inc
The Packaging and Shipping Industry’s Premier Supplier!
Custom Packaging Products
A nationwide industrial packaging supplier specializing in high-volume materials and turnkey solutions for companies that move serious product.
Pacific Box Company
Streamline your packaging with design-to-delivery service that’s fast, sustainable, and cost-effective at any scale.
PackageIt
Your Pacific Northwest Packaging, Shipping and Warehouse Supply Expert.
EcoBox
Redefining packaging solutions for businesses with a focus on efficiency and profitability.
U-Haul Moving Supplies
The most recognized moving brand — over 23,000 locations nationwide plus a dealer program that lets storage operators earn commissions on truck rentals and supply sales.
Integra Supply
Integra Supply offers wholesale packaging and moving supplies, serving customers nationwide from its Portland, Oregon location.
Uline
Largest U.S. distributor of shipping and facility supply products
Amazon Business
B2B Amazon account — bulk pricing, tax-exempt purchasing, and next-day delivery on boxes, tape, locks, and every moving supply.
Home Depot
2,300+ stores nationwide — the go-to for same-day moving boxes and supplies when you need them immediately.
Chris Lapi Moving Supplies
Florida's largest moving supplies distributor — blankets, hand trucks, dollies, boxes, and equipment with same-day delivery in South FL and nationwide shipping.
Jamestown Container Companies
A premier corrugated manufacturer and packaging solutions provider for businesses in the Great Lakes region.
Costco Business Center
870+ warehouse locations — seasonal moving box kits and bulk packing supplies at some of the lowest retail prices available.
The Boxery
Online specialty box retailer with competitive wholesale pricing — wide size selection including wardrobe, dish, and TV boxes.
Boxes & Packaging
Provides affordable new and used moving and shipping boxes and packaging materials with an eco-friendly focus.
Lowe's
1,700+ stores — same-day moving boxes and supplies, often combined with hardware purchases at the same stop.
BoxGenie
Custom-printed moving boxes with your facility's branding — turns your supply shelf into a marketing tool.
BOX Partners
National wholesale-only packaging distributor with 6 distribution centers — moving boxes, tape, and bubble wrap through dealer accounts.
Supply Side USA
Wholesale moving and packing supplies including boxes, tape, covers, and retail display programs for storage facility front offices.
Boxes.com
Dedicated box retailer with 300+ box types — standard, specialty, and foam-lined options with volume account pricing.
uBoxes / StarBoxes
Online wholesale box retailer with a dedicated B2B arm (StarBoxes) — free shipping, room-based kits, and wholesale accounts for storage operators.
Midwest Box Company
Third-generation family-owned Midwest box supplier — up to 50% off retail pricing for business accounts, serving NE/IA/KS storage operators.
Penske Truck Rental
2,500+ locations — moving truck rental with supplies; known for newer trucks and business-friendly service.
eSupplyStore
Online wholesale supplier for tape, bubble wrap, foam, stretch wrap, and bags — competitive bulk pricing with free shipping threshold.
ABC Box Co.
Mid-Atlantic regional box company — new and used boxes at deep discount, specializing in overstock and once-used inventory for businesses.
Premier Packaging
Premier Packaging provides comprehensive packaging products, equipment, and services to make business easier for various industries.
NOLA Box Supply Company LLC
A family-owned and operated business providing quality packaging and shipping supplies since 1952.
Budget Truck Rental
National moving truck rental with add-on supplies at pickup — relevant as a tenant referral for combined truck + supply needs.
Cheap Moving Boxes
Budget-focused online moving box retailer — pre-built kits sized by home (studio through 4BR+) and low per-box pricing.
American Paper & Packaging
Wisconsin's leading wholesale distributor for bulk packaging supplies, packaging equipment, and business support solutions.
Office Depot / OfficeMax
1,000+ stores — moving and file boxes available today, with business account pricing and weekend hours.
TotalPack
TotalPack is a wholesale distributor specializing in packaging, shipping, janitorial, warehouse, and air cargo supplies.
Associated Paper & Supply
Associated Paper & Supply provides packaging and moving supplies to the Tampa Bay Area since 1979.
The UPS Store
5,200+ franchise locations in strip malls and neighborhoods — the most convenient (if priciest) source for a single box or roll of tape today.
Boxes of Houston
Your local partner for smarter packaging solutions in Houston.
FedEx Office
2,000+ locations — boxes and packing supplies available immediately, often in business districts with extended hours.
Tucson Container
Tucson Container provides custom packaging solutions, custom shipping boxes, and a wide range of packaging supplies.
Atlantic Paper & Packaging
Atlantic Paper & Packaging provides a vast range of packaging supplies and custom services to businesses in South Florida.
President Container Group
A single source for smart, sustainable packaging and displays, offering end-to-end corrugated solutions.
Clayton's Mercantile Supply
A leading East Coast distributor of new and used pallet racks, material handling equipment, and moving and shipping supplies.
Why most new owners skip this and shouldn't
When you walk through a facility you just bought, the front office probably has a sad little shelf of dusty boxes nobody's touched in years. Most new owners ignore it. Don't. Selling boxes, tape, locks, and mattress bags can quietly add a few thousand dollars a year in pure profit, and tenants genuinely appreciate the convenience.
What sells, and what doesn't
Keep it simple. The supplies that sell in a storage office are almost the same everywhere:
- Small, medium, and large moving boxes
- Packing paper and bubble wrap
- Packing tape and a tape gun
- Mattress bags (single and queen)
- Sofa or furniture covers
- A "dish pack" kit (a divided box for plates and glasses)
- Disc locks
- Sharpie markers and labels
That's 8 to 10 items. Resist the temptation to stock more. Anything beyond that just sits and gathers dust.
Three ways to source supplies
You have three main options. Most owners do a mix.
- Buy wholesale and stock it yourself. Buying boxes in bulk from a supplier like Uline or Pratt Industries gives you the best margin (you pay around $1 for a box and sell it for $3 to $4). The downside is you need a place to store the inventory and a few hundred dollars up front.
- Drop ship. Some suppliers will ship directly to your tenant when they order through your office. You don't hold inventory, but your margin is smaller, usually around 25 to 35 percent.
- Buy local. A local moving-company supplier or warehouse will often sell to you wholesale, and you can pick up small batches as needed without waiting for shipping.
Most single-facility owners start with wholesale on the top sellers (boxes, tape, disc locks) and drop ship the slower movers (specialty kits, custom items).
How to actually sell more
Three small tweaks matter more than fancy displays:
- Put the supplies shelf on the customer side of the counter, at eye level. Behind the counter, nobody buys anything.
- Use simple, clear price tags. No surprise math at checkout.
- At lease signing, say one line: "We have boxes, tape, and locks if you need anything for your move." That one sentence converts a surprising number of tenants.
How to pick a supplier
Four things to check before you commit to a supplier:
- Can they deliver to your area within 3 to 5 business days?
- Do they offer better pricing if you buy in larger quantities (a pallet, for example)?
- Do they carry storage-grade disc locks, not just the cheap padlocks you find at a hardware store?
- If you have multiple facilities someday, can they ship to each separately?
Frequently asked questions about moving & packing supplies
How much money can I actually make selling moving supplies?
A typical single-facility owner sees $5,000 to $15,000 a year in supply revenue, with about $2,000 to $7,000 of that being profit after costs. Owners who put supplies in front of every tenant at lease signing land at the high end. Owners who hide the shelf behind the counter land at the low end.
What's the single best-selling supply item?
Disc locks, by a wide margin. Most tenants buy one at move-in if they're offered. A disc lock costs you about $5 wholesale and sells for $15 to $20. Stock 50 to 100 at a time so you don't run out. Locks alone often cover the cost of running the whole supply shelf.
Do I need a special license to sell moving supplies?
Usually not a separate one. Your existing business license normally covers retail sales. You will need to register with your state to collect sales tax on retail items. That registration is usually free or close to it. Check with your state revenue department or your accountant if you're not sure.
Can I drop ship supplies and skip holding inventory?
Yes. Several suppliers will ship directly to a tenant when you place the order through your office. You give up some margin (drop ship is around 25 to 35 percent margin vs. 40 to 50 percent for wholesale), but you don't tie up cash in inventory. Some new owners start with drop ship and switch to wholesale once they know which items sell.
How much inventory should I start with?
About $500 to $1,500 in starting inventory covers a basic supply shelf for a single facility. Focus on the top sellers (boxes, tape, disc locks) and add slower items only after you see what tenants actually ask for. You'll learn what your facility's mix is within two or three months.