FAQ
Frequently asked questions
Answers about our Houston 3PL warehouse. All prices are from our current rate sheet; see the full Prices page.
What does Shiply Fulfillment do?
Shiply Fulfillment Company is a 3PL (third-party logistics) warehouse in Houston, Texas. We receive your inventory (pallets, cartons or full containers), store it, pick and pack your orders, and ship them nationwide. We also prep shipments for Amazon, Walmart and other big-box retailers, and handle B2B and wholesale pallet orders, cross-docking and transloading.
Where is your warehouse?
8451 Market St, Suite 150, Houston, TX 77029, in east Houston. Hours are Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM to 5:30 PM Central. Closed Saturday and Sunday.
How fast can you reach my customers?
95% of the US in 3 days or less, by ground, from Houston.
What is your order cutoff for same-day shipping?
Orders that reach our warehouse system by 1:30 PM ship the same business day. Orders after 1:30 PM ship the next business day. On Fridays the cutoff is 11:30 AM. Manual orders may need extra processing time. Rush service starts at $5 per order or pallet.
How much does pick and pack cost?
$2.50 per order in a standard envelope or padded/poly bag, supplies included, plus $0.50 for each additional SKU. Larger orders are $2.50 plus the box and supplies at cost +15%, plus $0.50 per additional SKU. The shipping label is included in the $2.50. Extra labels, like a second shipping label, barcode/FNSKU labels or labels to cover old barcodes, are $0.40 each.
How much does pallet storage cost in Houston?
$15 per standard pallet per month (1 SKU per pallet, up to 40x48x72 inches) and $30 per oversized pallet. Bins (12x18x24, 1 SKU) are $5 per month. Storage is billed on the 1st. Pallets received from the 1st to the 15th are billed the full $15; pallets received from the 16th to the end of the month are billed $7.50.
Do you receive 20′ and 40′ containers?
Yes. Container receiving is $350 for a 20′ container (up to 500 cases) and $550 for a 40′ container (up to 800 cases). Pallet receiving is $11 per standard pallet ($22 oversized), and loose cartons are $3 each. Palletizing is $10 per pallet.
Do you prep shipments for Amazon, Walmart and other retailers?
Yes. We label and kit products for Amazon, Walmart and other big-box retailers. Barcode/FNSKU labels are $0.40 each, kitting is $0.75 per unit including the item label, and boxes/supplies are cost +15%. Pre-packed boxes that only need a label are $2.50.
Do you do cross-docking and transloading in Houston?
Yes. Cross-docking is $25 per standard pallet with a maximum 48-hour hold. Pallets that stay longer than 48 hours move to standard storage rates. Transloading is $55 per standard pallet.
Can you ship pallets and wholesale (B2B) orders?
Yes. Outbound pallet shipments are $11 per pallet (+$10 to build if needed), $22 for oversized pallets (+$20 to build). Pallet wrapping is $5 and a new pallet is $5.
Which carriers pick up from your warehouse?
We have a scheduled daily UPS, FedEx and USPS pickup ($35 per month), and we can also arrange a FedEx Express pickup. It’s open to anyone who needs to send a box out with these carriers, not only pick and pack customers.
Is there a minimum?
Yes, $100 per month. All storage and warehouse service charges count toward the minimum. It includes access to inventory management and dedicated customer support.
What do I need to get started?
A valid credit card on file (card payments carry a 3.5% processing fee), and a certificate of insurance naming Shiply Fulfillment as an additional insured. Invoices are due within 15 days. Call 832-521-1513 or email info@shiplyfulfillment.com to get a quote.