Frequently Asked Questions
We know you’ve probably got questions about how this whole Green Plastic Moving Box and how it works. Most of the questions are answered in this question, but if not, just give us a call (773)782-6253.
Why should I choose Chicago Green Box?
Chicago Green box offers an eco-friendly approach to service, that refrains from a dependency on wasteful cardboard products. Our green boxes can store all of your valuables for the moving process, are easily maneuverable, stackable and save space. Their recyclable composition ensures no waste products are added to the environment, and most of all they are inexpensive. We also offer free delivery and pickup for all residences and business within a 10 mile radius of our facilities.
How many green boxes should I order?
You can order indiscriminately from our website according to your packing needs. The typical dimensions have a length of 27 inches, a height of 12 inches and a depth of 17 inches. A minimum of twenty boxes can be rented for a cost of $99. If additional boxes are needed you can inquire about costs by contacting us.
Are there any delivery and pickup fees?
If your residence or commercial business is located within a 10 mile radius of our facilities, we offer free delivery and pick up services.
How long do I keep the green boxes?
The green boxes can be rented for a period of two weeks. For each additional day or week there is an associated fee. Please contact us for information regarding additional fees for longer rental periods.
What is your service area?
At Chicago Green Box, we serve the local Chicago area and its nearby suburbs. If your residence or commercial business is located within a 10 mile radius of our facilities we offer free delivery and pickup.
What is the size of the green boxes?
The green boxes are 27 inches in length, 12 inches in height and 17 inches in depth. They are made of durable, water and dust resistant materials that won’t suffer from the degradation experienced by withering cardboard.
Can I choose my delivery and pickup times?
All delivery and pick up hours are subject to our hours of service; however we remain flexible with our time frame. Normative delivery and pickup hours are from 9am to 5pm Monday through Saturday, however feel free to inquire about additional service hours as we remain flexible to your individual needs if possible.
When do I make my payments?
All payments are made beforehand, and we offer quality and professional service specific to your needs.
What forms of payments do you accept?
Currently the only forms of payment acceptable are cash and credit card.
Are there any cancellation fees?
For any inquiries regarding cancellation fees please contact us for a detailed description of our cancellation procedures.
Can I reschedule my delivery?
Yes, all deliveries are scheduled with our staff and can be altered if necessary as long as it is not the immediate hour of the moving process.
Are the green boxes clean?
Before each move the green box containers are inspected, cleansed and sanitized before being shipped to new clients. Because of their reusable composition, this is necessary so that other clients can continue to take advantage of their waste saving properties.
Will you provide packing services?
For information regarding packing services please contact us for a more detailed description of our services
Can I purchase green boxes?
Unfortunately our green boxes are not purchasable. Instead they are available to all consumers through our rental service.
How much weight can green boxes hold?
Our green boxes can effectively hold a weight of around 100lbs.
Moving Boxes Resources & information
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2024
- Oct 22, 2024 How Local Efforts Are Supporting Green Movers in Urban Communities Oct 22, 2024
- Oct 1, 2024 The Economics of an Eco-Friendly Move: Financial Benefits and Costs Oct 1, 2024
- Sep 24, 2024 The Role of Technology in Green Moving: Innovating Sustainable Solutions Sep 24, 2024
- Sep 10, 2024 What to Take to Recycling Centers Before and After Your Move: Essential Guide Sep 10, 2024
- Aug 20, 2024 The Role of Digital Inventories in Reducing Paper Waste During Moves: Streamlining Efficiency and Sustainability Aug 20, 2024
- Aug 6, 2024 The Environmental Impact of Moving: Practical Steps to Reduce Your Footprint Aug 6, 2024
- Jul 16, 2024 Reusing and Recycling: Dispose of Packing Materials Responsibly After a Move Jul 16, 2024
- Jul 2, 2024 Donating vs. Discarding: Essential Tips for Moving Jul 2, 2024
- Jun 24, 2024 Community Engagement in Sustainable Moving: Strategies for Effective Collaboration with Local Entities Jun 24, 2024
- Jun 3, 2024 Eco-Friendly Furniture Disposal: Your Guide to Sustainable Practices Jun 3, 2024
- May 27, 2024 Minimizing Food Waste During a Move: Sustainable Strategies for Efficient Kitchen Packing May 27, 2024
- May 14, 2024 The Role of Renewable Energy in Eco-Friendly Moving Companies: Sustainable Relocation Solutions May 14, 2024
- Apr 16, 2024 Sustainable Moving Practices to Reduce Waste and Carbon Footprint: Strategies for Eco-Friendly Relocation Apr 16, 2024
- Apr 2, 2024 Green Moving Solutions: Enhancing Sustainability with Eco-Friendly Boxes Apr 2, 2024
- Mar 19, 2024 The Versatility of Green Moving Boxes: Efficient Packing Strategies for Every Room Mar 19, 2024
- Mar 5, 2024 The Environmental Impact of Traditional Cardboard Moving Boxes: Insights and Implications Mar 5, 2024
- Feb 20, 2024 Sustainable Furniture Moving: Efficient Strategies for Disassembly and Reassembly Feb 20, 2024
- Feb 7, 2024 Sustainable Moving with Pets: Ensuring an Eco-Friendly Journey for Your Furry Friends Feb 7, 2024
- Jan 16, 2024 The Economics of Using Green Moving Boxes: Save Money While Moving Jan 16, 2024
- Jan 2, 2024 Explore the Latest in Eco-Friendly Packing Materials Jan 2, 2024
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2023
- Dec 19, 2023 Additional Carbon Offset Programs for a Sustainable Move Dec 19, 2023
- Dec 6, 2023 How to Safely Pack and Secure Fragile Items During a Move Dec 6, 2023
- Nov 21, 2023 Choosing a Green Moving Company: Questions to Ask and Factors to Consider Nov 21, 2023
- Nov 7, 2023 The Latest Sustainable Packing Materials for Your Upcoming Move Nov 7, 2023
- Oct 24, 2023 How and Where to Best Recycle Your Unwanted Items Oct 24, 2023
- Oct 10, 2023 Offsetting Carbon Emissions: How to Make Your Move Carbon Neutral Oct 10, 2023
- Sep 19, 2023 Creating an Eco-Friendly Moving Checklist: Essential Steps Sep 19, 2023
- Sep 12, 2023 Tips For Reducing Power Consumption During a Move Sep 12, 2023
- Aug 23, 2023 Why You Should Go Green During Your Move Aug 23, 2023
- Aug 9, 2023 Top 3 Secrets of Professional Packers and Movers Aug 9, 2023
- Jul 24, 2023 5 Reusable Items For Your Next Move Jul 24, 2023
- Jul 14, 2023 The Numbers Behind Green Moving Jul 14, 2023
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2020
- Mar 31, 2020 How to Conserve Energy in Your New Apartment Mar 31, 2020
- Mar 25, 2020 Green Ways of Commuting in Chicago After You Move Mar 25, 2020
- Mar 11, 2020 What is the Importance of Eco-Friendly Products? Mar 11, 2020
- Feb 26, 2020 Three Smart Home Devices to Help You Live More Eco-Friendly Feb 26, 2020
- Feb 12, 2020 3 Ways to Support Eco-Friendly Businesses in Chicago Feb 12, 2020
- Jan 29, 2020 How to Reduce Food Waste Before a Move Jan 29, 2020
- Jan 15, 2020 How to Properly Dispose of Garage Items During a Move Jan 15, 2020
- Jan 2, 2020 What Can You Expect From A Green Moving Company? Jan 2, 2020
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2019
- Dec 19, 2019 3 Items You Shouldn’t Forget to Recycle During a Move Dec 19, 2019
- Dec 2, 2019 How to Know if You're Using a Green Moving Company Dec 2, 2019
- Nov 20, 2019 Cost-Effective Ways to Pack for Your Move Nov 20, 2019
- Nov 4, 2019 Top 3 Most Eco-Friendly Packaging Materials Nov 4, 2019
- Oct 21, 2019 Top 3 Traits of a Green Moving Company Oct 21, 2019
- Oct 9, 2019 How To Utilize Greener Transport During Your Move Oct 9, 2019
- Sep 25, 2019 Top creative ideas for eco-friendly wrapping your items Sep 25, 2019
- Sep 9, 2019 How to save your business money with a green move Sep 9, 2019
- Aug 28, 2019 How to Organize an Eco-Friendly Move Aug 28, 2019
- Aug 13, 2019 Where to recycle in Chicago after your move Aug 13, 2019
- Jul 31, 2019 Eco-friendly storage tips during your move Jul 31, 2019
- Jul 17, 2019 3 ways to donate household items when you move Jul 17, 2019
- Jul 3, 2019 How to Reduce the Carbon Footprint in Your New Home Jul 3, 2019
- Jun 19, 2019 What it Means to Have an Eco-friendly Move Jun 19, 2019
- Jun 5, 2019 Top Eco-Friendly Cleaning Supplies to Use During Your Move Jun 5, 2019
- May 8, 2019 Why You Should Pack Your Kitchen Last For More Eco-friendly Move May 8, 2019
- Apr 24, 2019 How to Get Creative With Packing Materials Apr 24, 2019
- Apr 8, 2019 5 Spring Cleaning Tips to Help Prep for an Upcoming Move Apr 8, 2019
- Mar 27, 2019 What is a Sustainable Move & How to Achieve It Mar 27, 2019
- Mar 13, 2019 5 ways to reduce waste when moving Mar 13, 2019
- Feb 27, 2019 The Benefits of Plastic Moving Boxes for Fragile Items Feb 27, 2019
- Feb 13, 2019 How Cardboard Boxes Can Slow Down Your Office Move Feb 13, 2019
- Jan 29, 2019 How to Reduce Waste & Recycle During a Move Jan 29, 2019
- Jan 16, 2019 Top Packing Tips for Moving in a Hurry Jan 16, 2019
- Jan 2, 2019 4 Tips to Effectively Pack Your Moving Boxes Jan 2, 2019
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2018
- Dec 19, 2018 Top Common Packing Materials You Already Own & Can Reuse Dec 19, 2018
- Dec 5, 2018 How to Make Your Commercial Move be an Eco-Friendly Project Dec 5, 2018
- Nov 20, 2018 Make a Difference by Using Green Moving Boxes Nov 20, 2018
- Nov 7, 2018 3 Tips to Live More Eco-Friendly After Your Move Nov 7, 2018
- Oct 24, 2018 5 Tips for Labeling Your Moving Boxes Oct 24, 2018
- Oct 10, 2018 How to Keep Your Chicago Move Eco-Friendly Beyond the Boxes Oct 10, 2018
- Sep 26, 2018 How Plastic Boxes Improve the Packing Process for a Move Sep 26, 2018
- Sep 12, 2018 How Much can You Pack in Plastic Moving Boxes? Sep 12, 2018
- Aug 29, 2018 A Secret Tip to Make Moving Easier Aug 29, 2018
- Aug 15, 2018 Why You Should Be Using Green Moving Boxes for Your Office Move Aug 15, 2018
- Aug 1, 2018 3 Eco-Friendly Packaging Materials for Your Next Move Aug 1, 2018
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2017
- Apr 27, 2017 Top 6 Must Have Moving Supplies Apr 27, 2017
- Apr 19, 2017 Reusable Moving Boxes vs. Cardboard vs. Plastic Bins Apr 19, 2017
- Apr 5, 2017 Save Money on Expensive Moves & Packing Apr 5, 2017
- Mar 8, 2017 Should You Rent Moving Boxes When Moving to Chicago? Mar 8, 2017
- Feb 22, 2017 Chicago Recycling for Everything Feb 22, 2017
- Feb 9, 2017 The Chicago Green Box Complete Guide to Renting Moving Boxes Feb 9, 2017
- Jan 26, 2017 5 Hidden Costs from Using Cheap Moving Boxes Jan 26, 2017
- Jan 18, 2017 The Smartest Way to Pack Your Moving Boxes Jan 18, 2017
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2016
- Dec 29, 2016 Facts You May Not Know About Moving Boxes Dec 29, 2016
- Nov 30, 2016 Using a Packing Service for an Efficient Move Nov 30, 2016
- Nov 14, 2016 Why Stackable Moving Boxes are Great for Larger Moves Nov 14, 2016
- Oct 10, 2016 Tips for Using Plastic Boxes for Your Next Move Oct 10, 2016
- Sep 7, 2016 6 Top Benefits of Eco Moving Boxes Sep 7, 2016
- Jul 15, 2016 Why You Need to Stop Buying Cardboard Boxes for Moving Jul 15, 2016