The cost of purchasing a shipping container in the US can vary widely depending on a range of factors. Firstly, the condition of the container can impact the price. A new 20ft shipping container currently can cost between $1,500 to $2,500, depending on the supplier. Used containers can be cheaper, but the price will depend on the age and condition of the container. Typically, a second-hand 20ft container will cost anywhere from $999 to $1,300, making it a more affordable option for tight budgets.

Another factor that can affect the price of a shipping container is its destination location. If you’re buying a container from a supplier who is located far away from you, you may need to pay extra for delivery. Also, if you require the container to be modified in any way, for example adding windows or doors, this can also increase the cost.

It is worth considering whether you want to buy or hire a shipping container. Hiring can be a cost-effective option if you only need the container for a short period of time, as it can be cheaper than purchasing outright. However, if you need the container for a longer period, buying may be a better option as you will eventually recoup your investment.

By offering the largest product range and the highest stock levels of new and used shipping containers, we can meet the portable storage and accommodation requirements of our customers, supplying various sizes and types of standard and specialised units. We also offer a wide range of site accommodation units such as offices and canteens to serve a variety of business needs.

Our bestselling 20ft one trip shipping containers are built to an extremely high specification making them the most secure, long lasting, and cost-effective shipping container money can buy. Unlike other containers on the market, our 20ft units all come with easy opening door handles, polyurethane coated floors, and 14+ air vents to reduce condensation, making them the perfect storage solution.

Containerforhomes team of dedicated account managers have decades of industry experience and expertise required to assist customers at every step of their journey, making us the ideal business partner for all container solutions. Every stage in our operations is focused on delivering a service in the safest possible way.

Container numbers are essentially serial numbers, each one is unique and tells shipping lines, rail lines and other industry participants who owns the container (or who originally owned it). The numbers are alpha-numeric (4 letters and 7 numbers). The 4 letters identify the original owner/manufacturer and the first 6 numbers are sequential, indicating the batch, size, type and sometimes even colour of the container. The 7th digit is called the “check digit” and it is not sequential – it is calculated using an algorithm and ensures the uniqueness of the serial number.

Yes, we provide modification services to create bespoke units for a range of projects and businesses. From minor additions to major conversions, our workshop team can transform containers to suit an array of customer needs.

Minor modifications include adding windows for increased light and air flow, personnel doors and roller shutters for easier access, plywood lining and insulation to reduce condensation, electrics, lighting, and full or partial repaints to revamp the exterior look of the container.

Complete container conversions include bars, hotels, food serveries, workshops, offices, and confined space training units so we are well-versed in modification projects. We can help throughout the entire process, from the initial design to the build and final fit.

For standard container deliveries, you will be told an estimated lead time when you place your order. If the container is being modified, this will extend the lead time for delivery.

With nationwide delivery available, the transportation and offloading of units is undertaken by one of our trusted haulier partners.

Depending on the size and quantity, units can be delivered a few different ways. An articulated lorry, known for its two parts; a tractor which pulls a trailer and is the ideal option for a large load. Containers can also be delivered via a lorry and drag trailer, or a rigid lorry, the latter being more suitable when access is restricted.

You must ensure that the land prepared for the containers to be offloaded, with solid foundations in place for siting. A firm, level ground is hugely important because if the ground is uneven there is a chance of the container doors being extremely difficult to open and close.

USAGE

The uses of shipping containers are numerous and growing every day. Aside from their original purpose – shipping goods from point A to point B, here are some common (and not-so-common) uses:
– Storage
– Alternative to moving trucks or vans (load your container with all your household goods, have it picked up and meet it at your new home!)
– Swimming pools
– Tiny Homes
– Large Homes
– Apartment Complexes
– Hotels
– Affordable / Relief Housing
– Hospitals/Clinics
– Transporting live animals
– Schools
– Movie and TV set props (have you seen The A-Team movie?)
– Gardens
– Playhouses
– Workshops
– Offices
– Dormitories/Student Housing
– Shops/Stores/Malls
– Food Trucks
– Bridges
– Send us your ideas!

Durability – Cargo containers have been built to withstand the elements of sea travel, such as strong winds, harsh rain, etc. This means that container homes are not going to leak, they’ll stand up to extreme weather conditions and, some even claim, are earthquake proof and hurricane proof.

We insulate our container homes which very effectively controls the heat and cold inside the Container Home.  A Large chunk of the building cost is exclusively for insulation of the interior.

Another way to control the temperature is to put a roof over the entire structure.  This not only controls the interior temperature, but helps protect the containers from the weather.

You should expect your containers to last for at least twenty-five years without any problems. If you maintain the containers and keep on top of any rust then you can expect your containers to last longer.

The general consensus is that shipping container homes are cheaper to build than conventional housing. Ted Crowe says that it really depends on the situation, but shipping containers reduce costs dramatically in areas where it’s difficult to erect regular housing, such as sloping blocks of land

We use the maximum insulation available in our container homes.  We must comply with the conductivity calculations as set out by the SANS regulations.  We achieve an R value of 3.78 in the ceiling, and 2.90 in the walls.  Windows do make a huge difference in looks, but reduce the insulation factor dramatically.  Plan for double glazing if possible.