One of our most common questions we get is: What do I put my shipping container on?

In this video we answer that.

Maximize your shipping container home project with our in-depth video guide, tailored to provide the best building techniques for strong and efficient foundations. This tutorial is a must-watch for both construction professionals and DIY enthusiasts, offering a wealth of knowledge on creating durable and seismic-resistant foundations for shipping container structures.

Discover key insights into various foundation types, including slab-on-grade, thickened-edge slab, and raft-style foundations. Our expert walkthrough covers the advantages and application of each foundation type, ensuring your container home is built on solid ground.

Learn about the role of screw piles in enhancing load transfer and stability in seismic zones. Our video compares steel rebar, helical rebar and fiberglass rebar, bringing you the latest in construction material innovations and their impact on container building longevity.

We focus on under-slab insulation techniques. We showcase the effectiveness of spray foam insulation compared to traditional methods, emphasizing energy efficiency and long-term durability. As well as practical tips on integrating utilities seamlessly into your container home design. From power to data lines, we cover essential pre-planning steps for a fully functional and modern container home.

Join us in exploring the best practices for building with shipping containers. Our video is a valuable resource for achieving a high-quality, sustainable, and cost-effective container home. Don't miss out on these expert insights – like, subscribe, and engage in the comments for more exclusive content on container home construction and modifications. Elevate your building project with our expert guidance!"

[Timestamps]:
0:00 Introduction
0:49 Thickened Edge Slab
1:14 Eliminating Container Sag
1:49 Slab on Grade Example
2:09 Fiberglass, Steel, and Helical Rebars
2:41 Mixing Rebar Types
3:43 Exploring Screw Piles
4:37 Rigid Foam vs. Spray Foam
5:16 Under-Slab Insulation
6:07 Discussing Raft Foundation
6:49 Ideal Container Structures Foundations
6:58 Rebar and Heating Technology
7:43 Tying Rebar and Helical Rebar
8:48 Conduit for Power & Data
9:54 New Shop Overview

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