Short answer: A full pallet from our planter box factory to a residential address in California usually costs about $350 to $900. That range covers standard LTL freight for a pallet around 48 x 40 inches, 48–60 inches high, and 400–900 lbs. Metro areas such as Los Angeles, San Diego, Sacramento, and the Bay Area often fall near the lower end. Rural, mountain, island, or limited-access ZIP codes can exceed $900, and oversized or fragile pallets may require a dedicated truck, often $700–$1,500 or more.

Freight is not a flat fee, because carriers price each shipment by distance, weight, dimensions, class, and access. A California residential delivery can add a residential surcharge, liftgate fee, appointment fee, and limited-access fee. If the driver must use a liftgate to lower the pallet to the curb, expect an extra $75–$150. If you can unload with a forklift or loading dock, you can avoid that charge. Picking up at the local terminal instead of home delivery can save $75–$175 or more.

The exact cost also depends on your driveway, street, gate, and delivery window. Narrow roads, steep hills, low tree branches, ferries, gated communities, and no-truck zones can create accessorial charges or force a smaller delivery vehicle. Fuel surcharges and seasonal capacity change weekly. For that reason, any responsible planter box factory should quote after checking your full address and pallet details.

To receive an accurate quote, send us: the complete delivery address and ZIP code; the planter box model, quantity, and total pallet weight; pallet dimensions and whether it is stackable; whether you need liftgate, inside delivery, or appointment scheduling; and any access notes. We will compare LTL and dedicated options, then return a written quote within one business day. The quote will separate product cost from freight and accessorials, so you can see the true delivery cost. If the first option is high, we can also price terminal pickup or curbside delivery to help reduce the total.