When ordering larger urban planter boxes for commercial or municipal projects, the delivery process involves specialized logistics to ensure safe transportation and placement. Most oversized planters ship via freight carriers due to their substantial size and weight, typically ranging from 3-8 feet in length and weighing several hundred pounds. The process begins with professional packaging using heavy-duty materials and custom crating to prevent damage during transit.
Before delivery, customers receive advance notification to coordinate receiving, as these shipments often require someone present to accept them. Freight carriers typically use trucks with lift gates for ground-level unloading, though some urban locations may require additional equipment like forklifts or cranes for precise placement.
For dense urban environments, delivery teams often schedule early morning arrivals to minimize disruption to pedestrian and vehicle traffic. Many suppliers offer white-glove delivery services that include placement exactly where needed, removal of packaging materials, and sometimes even soil filling and plant installation. The entire process from order to final placement typically takes 2-6 weeks depending on customization, shipping distance, and urban accessibility factors. Customers should always verify building access requirements, street permits, and any size restrictions for delivery vehicles in their specific urban location before scheduling delivery.