Some things can’t be left to chance, especially when it comes to temperature. Whether you’re protecting food, medicine, electronics, or personal belongings, uncontrolled heat and cold can cause damage in hours. That’s what makes climate-controlled shipping containers so vital. Unlike standard steel boxes, these specialized containers regulate temperature and protect sensitive goods from extreme conditions….
A Practical State-by-State Look at Where You Can Build Shipping container homes have moved from a niche idea to a realistic housing option in many parts of the United States. Their affordability, structural strength, and design flexibility have inspired homeowners, DIY builders, and developers alike. But while the concept is legal in most states, the…
When most people think about shipping containers, they picture steel walls and a secure storage box. But one of the most overlooked components is the flooring—and it’s arguably just as important as the walls and roof. The right flooring can protect your goods, ensure safety, and even influence the comfort and usability of a container…
Shipping containers are tough by design, but when it comes to comfort and energy efficiency, steel walls alone won’t cut it. Whether you’re turning a container into a cabin, a workspace, or a climate-sensitive storage unit, insulation is essential. Without it, you’ll be battling moisture buildup, temperature swings, and condensation inside the walls. This guide…
Container Stop can move your container, empty or loaded! How do we charge? All moves are charged hourly and round trip. From the time we leave our yard, until the time we return (with a two hour minimum charge required). How quickly can you move my contianer? We schedule about a week in advanced. But…
For the past decade or two, the different ways to use a shipping container – other than moving cargo from one continent to another – has exploded. Because of their sturdy composition, security, and weather resistance, these steel boxes are a great option for exterior portable storage. Storage use can be seen in residential, industrial,…
No matter what you do, how much you purge, or how much you refrain from buying, your home eventually gets overrun with stuff. Home buying shows always talk about how much storage a new home has and buying bins, totes, and other stackable storage and shelving is a billion-dollar industry. Self-storage – those places that…
Temperature-controlled storage — or climate-controlled storage — is a must-have for many people who have customized and reimagined a storage container. Of course, not every storage container will need it. But if it does, then the owners of those containers will be happy to learn that a temperature-controlled storage container is relatively easy to come…
Thinking about living in a shipping container? Wondering what it might be like to spend your life there. Well, let’s take a step back. First of all, one does not live in a shipping container. One lives in a home that has been reconfigured, reimagined, and refashioned out of a shipping container. This may seem…
How do you know which shipping container you should choose? There are size, weight, and height considerations to take into account. Of course, there are also other details that need to be worked out, including such fundamental questions as what kind of shipping container doors to install. Each of these questions — and many, many…
We’ve built cabins, garden sheds, and tack rooms with our containers. Have an idea for your shipping container? Let us know!
