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Southwest Mobile Storage is a family-owned shipping container business founded in 1995. Our strength for more than 25 years comes from the specialized knowledge and passion of our people, along with serving over 24,000 commercial, construction and residential customers. Our 90,000 sq. ft. facility and expertise in maintaining, manufacturing, and delivering corrugated steel containers are unrivaled in the industry.
While the rental side of our business is regional, with branches throughout the Southwest, our container sales and modification operations are nationwide and becoming global. Phoenix, AZ, offers a wide selection of portable offices and mobile storage containers you can rent, buy or modify.
Our experts in container rental, sales and customization are committed to providing you with the highest quality and best experience from service to delivery - our reputation depends on it.
Whether you need shipping containers for storage, office, moving, multi-purpose or custom use, we've got your back.
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When you choose mobile storage containers over traditional storage facilities, you get more space for less, plus the convenience of onsite, 24/7 access to your valuables. And if you can't keep a container at your location, we offer you the flexibility to store it at our place instead. Rest assured, our high-quality storage containers will keep your items safe from weather, pests and break-ins. When you need to rent, buy or modify mobile storage containers in Phoenix, AZ, look no further than Southwest Mobile Storage.
Our shipping container modifications can help improve or expand your business. We can customize containers to any size you need, so you can rest easy knowing you have enough space for your inventory, documents, equipment or services.
Here's why you should choose us for your container modifications:
When you own a business or manage one, it's crucial to have efficient, affordable ways to store inventory and supplies, whether it's to grow your business or adapt to changes in the market. Renting or buying storage containers to keep at your business eliminates the cost and hassles of sending your staff to offsite storage facilities. If you're in need of a custom conex solution, we'll modify shipping containers into whatever you need to grow your business. Whether it's new paint with your branding, a durable container laboratory for scientific research, or mobile wastewater treatment units,our unrivaled fabrication facility and modification expertshave you covered.
REQUEST A QUOTEWe know how important it is for your construction company to have reliable, secure storage and comfortable office space at your jobsite. All our storage containers for rent in Phoenix, AZ, come standard with first-rate multi-point locking systems, so you can rest assured your tools, equipment and materials are safe and secure. We also understand that construction can run long or finish early. We'll accommodate your schedule, even on short notice, and will prorate your rent after your first 28 days, so you don't have to pay for more than you actually need. With us, you also won't have to deal with the hassle of a large call center. Instead, you'll have dedicated sales representatives who will work with you for the entirety of your business with us.
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Get 24/7 access to your personal belongings without ever leaving your property. Whether you need short-term storage during home renovations or to permanently expand your home's storage space, our conex containers for rental, sale and modification in Phoenix, AZ, are the most convenient, secure solution. With our first-rate security features, using a storage container for your holiday decorations, lawn equipment, furniture, and other items will keep your contents safer than if you used a shed. Don't have room on your property? We also offer the option to keep your container at our secure facility. Our experienced team is here to help you find the perfect solution for your needs.
REQUEST A QUOTEOur ground-mounted mobile offices provide comfortable, temperature-controlled workspace without the extra expenses associated with portable office trailers, like stairs, metal skirting or setup and removal fees. Whether you only need one workspace, storage to go with it, or separate rooms in one container, we've got you covered. With our 500 years of combined container fabrication experience, rest easy knowing your mobile office is of the highest quality craftsmanship when you choose Southwest Mobile Storage.
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Whether you need storage, office or combo space, determine how many containers, what sizes and door types your business needs.
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All of our storage containers come standard with dual-lock vault-like security.
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Standard delivery is within 3-5 days of order. If you need it sooner, we'll do our best to accommodate.
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Up to six points for adding locks to your conex container, including a high-security slide bolt for puck locks.
Extra-long lockbox to ensure you always have at least one lock keeping your mobile storage container safe from break-ins.
No holes to ensure your rental shipping container is wind and watertight.
Our 14-gauge corrugated steel containers are stronger than other storage solutions like pods.
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Branch Location PHOENIX (AZFamily) — Parts of the Phoenix area got hit hard with rain and blowing dust as Wednesday has been declared a First Alert Weather Day.The monsoon storms knocked down a big tree near Van Buren Street and Avondale Boulevard in Avondale, hitting a powerline support. Thankfully, it did not cause a power outage.The extreme weather also caused a palm tree to fall on a truck in Chandler.Parts of Tempe, Mesa and Avondale received nearly an inch of rain Wednesday. However, there were no reports of any major...
PHOENIX (AZFamily) — Parts of the Phoenix area got hit hard with rain and blowing dust as Wednesday has been declared a First Alert Weather Day.
The monsoon storms knocked down a big tree near Van Buren Street and Avondale Boulevard in Avondale, hitting a powerline support. Thankfully, it did not cause a power outage.
The extreme weather also caused a palm tree to fall on a truck in Chandler.
Parts of Tempe, Mesa and Avondale received nearly an inch of rain Wednesday. However, there were no reports of any major flooding.
Much of northern and eastern Arizona is under a Flood Watch today. According to the latest weather models, storm activity will pick up across higher elevations this afternoon before moving over the lower deserts this evening and overnight.
Because storm activity is expected to last into Thursday morning, the rain could impact the Thursday morning commute.
Additional showers and thunderstorms are possible Thursday afternoon. However, if the Valley gets heavy storm activity tonight, those Thursday afternoon chances will drop significantly.
We will dry out on Friday, with rain chances leaving the forecast by the afternoon.
Valley temperatures will remain below average today through Friday before hotter weather returns next week. Expect a high of 101 degrees today under partly sunny skies, followed by 100 on Thursday and 101 on Friday.
The weekend will be dry, with highs near 104 degrees on Saturday and 108 degrees on Sunday in Phoenix. Temperatures are expected to climb back above 110 degrees next week.
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PHOENIX (AZFamily) — America’s Taco Shop opened its doors in 2008 on co-founders Terry Bortin and America Corrales’s 7th wedding anniversary.It was the realization of a dream come true. For Bortin, the restaurant business has been a lifelong passion. He began his career as a teen working as a restaurant dishwasher before studying hotel and restaurant management at Northern Arizona University. Armed with a degree, Terry honed his management expertise at celebrated establishments like Houston’s, Leo’...
PHOENIX (AZFamily) — America’s Taco Shop opened its doors in 2008 on co-founders Terry Bortin and America Corrales’s 7th wedding anniversary.
It was the realization of a dream come true. For Bortin, the restaurant business has been a lifelong passion. He began his career as a teen working as a restaurant dishwasher before studying hotel and restaurant management at Northern Arizona University. Armed with a degree, Terry honed his management expertise at celebrated establishments like Houston’s, Leo’s Delicatessen, and Pei Wei Asian Diner.
But the true soul of America’s Taco Shop lies in the recipes, memories, and culinary heritage of its namesake, America Corrales. As the youngest of six children growing up in a bustling household of eight, Corrales was always at her mother’s side in the kitchen and helping to prepare breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Sadly, Corrales lost her mother when she was just 13 years old. But by then, an extraordinary gift had already been passed down. Without a single recipe ever being written down, Corrales had fully absorbed her mother’s techniques, secret spice blends, and heartfelt approach to cooking-- which the couple use at America’s Taco Shop today.
Even Corrales’s name carries a beloved family story. Before she was born, her parents let her five older siblings choose her name. They chose “America” after Club América, their favorite Mexican soccer team.
At America’s Taco Shop, every ingredient and culinary choice is made with intention. Corrales and Bortin are proud that their deep-seated warmth and authenticity have earned them a loyal following. For locals and travelers alike, the restaurant is a must-visit destination—with many making it their very first or last stop right before a flight, and some families even shipping their favorite dishes to loved ones around the world!
Now operating two thriving locations — the Melrose District location in Phoenix and a newly relocated spot in Old Town Scottsdale at Goldwater Boulevard and Marshall Way — America’s Taco Shop continues to serve up love and tradition.
Website: americastacoshop.com
Phoenix Location: 4306 N. 7th Avenue Phoenix, AZ 85015 | Phone: 602-830-0572
Old Town Scottsdale Location: 3554 N. Goldwater Boulevard Scottsdale, AZ 85251 | Phone: 480-278-7070
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Instagram: @americastacoshopaz | Facebook: Americastacoshop | TikTok: @americastacoshop
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The metro Phoenix weather forecast heading into Labor Day weekend calls for temperatures in the normal range and a slight chance for monsoon storm activity.“Today, maybe something pops up around Phoenix toward the afternoon, but it’s better chances down to the south and east of here,” Sean Benedict of the National Weather Service in Phoenix told KTAR News 92.3 FM on Thursday morning. “And then we may also see some things pop up, some light showers, maybe a storm, during the overnight and early morning ...
The metro Phoenix weather forecast heading into Labor Day weekend calls for temperatures in the normal range and a slight chance for monsoon storm activity.
“Today, maybe something pops up around Phoenix toward the afternoon, but it’s better chances down to the south and east of here,” Sean Benedict of the National Weather Service in Phoenix told KTAR News 92.3 FM on Thursday morning. “And then we may also see some things pop up, some light showers, maybe a storm, during the overnight and early morning hours tomorrow.”
The Valley has a 20% chance for afternoon or evening thunderstorms Thursday, Friday and Saturday. There’s no rain in the forecast for the rest of Labor Day weekend.
Shower and thunderstorm chances return to south-central AZ beginning today. The higher rainfall potential will mainly be confined to southeast Arizona and the foothills and high terrain east of Phoenix. #azwx pic.twitter.com/AtvrpDf1Ip
— NWS Phoenix (@NWSPhoenix) September 3, 2026
“As far as temperatures go, we’re going to look at temperatures right around seasonal for the next several days,” Benedict said. “So, we’re talking high temperatures in the Phoenix area around the 102-to-105-degree range.”
September is shaping up to be relatively comfortable in terms of temperatures after the Valley was under an extreme heat warning for 13 days in July and 22 days in August.
“The pattern has shifted a little bit more into that somewhat transitional phase out of the monsoon, where we’re seeing more of these troughs come into the west. So, that’s shifted the high pressure well off to the east, so we’re not seeing that intense high pressure over the area,” Benedict said.
KTAR News 92.3 FM’s Colton Krolak contributed to this report.
The BriefIt was a dry start to the day with rain chances increasing and temperatures decreasing in Phoenix.Today:Phoenix hit a high of 103 degrees, which is just one degree below average.Looking Ahead:Temperatures will continue to drop as moisture moves into the state Thursday through Friday. Moisture from Hurricane Marie will continue to bring rain chances for parts of the state.Rain chances on Thursday will be centered toward southeastern Arizona, with a 30% chance of...
It was a dry start to the day with rain chances increasing and temperatures decreasing in Phoenix.
Today:
Phoenix hit a high of 103 degrees, which is just one degree below average.
Looking Ahead:
Temperatures will continue to drop as moisture moves into the state Thursday through Friday. Moisture from Hurricane Marie will continue to bring rain chances for parts of the state.
Rain chances on Thursday will be centered toward southeastern Arizona, with a 30% chance of rain in Phoenix later in the night.
Rain chances will continue Friday morning with the best chances along the foothills and higher terrain east of Phoenix. It will be drier and cooler heading into the holiday weekend with temperatures trending slightly below average.
It will be mostly sunny heading into the weekend with overnight lows in the 80s.
A slight warmup will occur on Labor Day, however, temperatures will remain average with a high of around 104 degrees. By next week, temperatures will decrease with the possibility of rain moving in later on in the week.
A surge of tropical moisture is expected to bring scattered storms to parts of the state, including Phoenix.
The following heat safety information was provided by the Scottsdale Fire Department.
Heat Cramps: Profuse sweating, fatigue, extreme thirst, muscle cramps
Heat Exhaustion: Headache, dizziness, weakness, nausea/vomit, Cool/moist skin
Heat Stroke: Elevated temp. +103degrees, confusion/irrational behavior, dry/hot skin, rapid shallow breathing, rapid weak pulse (shock), seizures, unconscious
The Arizona Department of Health Services stated the following precautions can be taken to prevent heat exhaustion or heat stroke:
The American Red Cross' tips for heavy rain situations and flood safety:
The American Red Cross' tips for preparing for a severe thunderstorm:
"Most Valley residents know how quickly and furiously storms can move in and out, bringing strong winds, dust, rain, and flash flooding. These storms can cause interruptions in services, such as water, power, and gas," stated Captain Ashley Losch of the Glendale Fire Department.
GFD reminds residents of ways they can be prepared and stay safe:
The Phoenix Fire Department commemorated its 140th anniversary Tuesday morning with a celebratory event honoring generations of firefighters who have served the community since the days of horse‑drawn apparatus. City leaders, department officials, and members of Local 493 gathered at Historic Fire Station 8 to reflect on the department’s legacy and its continued evolution.The Phoenix Fire Department was formally established in August 1886. At the time, Phoenix had a population of about 3,000 and covered just half a square mile...
The Phoenix Fire Department commemorated its 140th anniversary Tuesday morning with a celebratory event honoring generations of firefighters who have served the community since the days of horse‑drawn apparatus. City leaders, department officials, and members of Local 493 gathered at Historic Fire Station 8 to reflect on the department’s legacy and its continued evolution.
The Phoenix Fire Department was formally established in August 1886. At the time, Phoenix had a population of about 3,000 and covered just half a square mile. By 1887, the department served the city with a staff of 100 volunteer firefighters. Today, the Phoenix Fire Department is one of the largest in the nation, serving a population of approximately 1.7 million across more than 518 square miles, with nearly 2,000 professional firefighters and an additional 1,000 professional staff members.
The milestone celebration included remarks from Mayor Kate Gallego, Councilwoman Ann O’Brien, Fire Chief Mike Duran, and Executive Vice President of Local 493 Tim Gammage. Speakers highlighted the department’s long-standing commitment to public safety, its tradition of innovation, and the deep connection between Phoenix firefighters and the residents they serve.
Following the formal program, attendees explored Historic Fire Station 8, where restored equipment, vintage tools, and decades-old documents provided a vivid look back at the department’s earliest chapters. Phoenix Fire Department historian Tim Kovacs was on hand to provide context to artifacts that traced the department’s growth from modest beginnings to one of the largest and most sophisticated in the country.
The event also celebrated the department’s forward momentum. Expanded recruit classes, construction of new fire stations, and the integration of emerging technology such as drones were highlighted as tools that are already helping firefighters respond faster and more safely.
With a blend of nostalgia and optimism, the anniversary celebration offered a rare opportunity for the community and media to witness both the rich heritage and continued transformation of one of Phoenix’s most enduring institutions.
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