8 Shipping Container Foundation Options (Pros/Cons)

Compare 8 foundation and footing options for shipping container homes—piers, slab, stem walls, barrels & more. Costs, pros/cons, and when to call a pro.

Are Shipping Container Homes Safe in Natural Disasters?

This comprehensive evaluation delves into the safety, feasibility, security, and design considerations of shipping container homes. It examines their structural integrity, fire safety, regulatory compliance, and security measures. By addressing these factors, homeowners can make informed decisions about the suitability of shipping container homes for their needs.

Titanium 225 HF Stick Welder Reviewed

Many of you asked, “is the titanium welder any good?” Since our Shipping Container House requires a lot of welding, we are using the Harbor Freight Brand Titanium Arc Welder. Here is what we think about it.

Lessons Learned from Building a Shipping Container Home

Trust, friendship, your word is your bond, and handshake deals are antiquated ideas, but my husband and I still believe there are good people in the world. How it all started Let me tell you a little back story about our situation. We were saving to construct our house and buy land, when we could... Continue Reading →

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Toilet Recycling turns your OLD loo into a water-saving superhero.

Our shipping container house is our Great Recycling Project, including the toilet. Gross, right? Find out why we did it and how we made it look brand new!

July 23, 2024 1

DREAM BIG walk-in closet for a TINY HOUSE- See how

It's a DREAM come true! A walk-in closet in a tiny shipping container home. You CAN have your cake and eat it too. SEE how we did it.

May 6, 2024 0

How much does converting a Shipping Container into a home cost us?

We’ve converted 2 shipping containers into a 2/1 dwelling. We started with a budget of $10,000. We'll give you an overview of what it’s cost us up until now.

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