40 ft. Shipping Container as house

[iOz]

Newbie here mga sir... I was wondering if you need a building permit for this kind of structure. What kind of insulation material we need for thermal resistance? Is it really true that this structure is an earthquake resistance? I have seen a lot of architectural shipping container in the World Wide Web. How much would this 20,40 ft. shipping container cost now a days? Help mga sir....

[ghosthunter]

Newbie here mga sir... I was wondering if you need a building permit for this kind of structure. What kind of insulation material we need for thermal resistance? Is it really true that this structure is an earthquake resistance? I have seen a lot of architectural shipping container in the World Wide Web. How much would this 20,40 ft. shipping container cost now a days? Help mga sir....

Insulation: any typical insulation would work but the foam/foil type insulation sheets would be the easiest to work with inside the containers. Insulation is needed to keep the heat out. All sides should be insulated, although the floor could be left uninsulated since we are in a tropical climate.

Earthquake resistance: the containers individually are earthquake proof. But if you design a multi-container structure, it depends greatly on how each container was attached to the next one (was if welded? bolted or just held together with spit and snot). Also cutting portions of the container may weaken it too.

Building permit: I do think you will still need to have a building permit IF you are building a semi permanent structure with multiple containers. If it's just a single container dwelling, I think you can skip the permit since it can be declared as a movable structure.

Price depends on condition. Class B or Class C... etc

One seller:
20 Footer Dry Container van class B PHP 95,000.00
40 Footer Dry Container Van class B PHP 135,000.00

Another seller:
20' Container - PhP 95,000.00
40' Container - PhP 140,000.00

Yet another seller:
Used Class "C" Shipping Container Vans for Sale!
20' Container (unrepaired) - PhP 65,000.00
20' Container (repaired) - PhP 80,000.00

Note: delivery cost not yet included. it may vary greatly depending where the container is currently stored (Manila, Cebu, CDO,. etc)

[lowslowbenz]

You can bury them underground too, just rustproof them beforehand.

[CVT]

Marami niyan dito sa may Evacom....

Ginagamit ng patay-sindi....

18.2K:soccer2:

[iOz]

Thanks for the helpful input * sir ghosthunter. I think you are right about movable structure if its a single dwelling. And regarding about insulation, how about rockwool? Tama ba ako sir.
I consider this type of dwelling since shipping container are sturdy. I dont know if this will come up cheaper or it will cost me more if I decided to have this type of container house.

[chrismarte]

also sir make sure about the sealing ng gma singit singit para di pasukin ng alikabok or ulan

[iOz]

How about two 40 ft. shipping container as house? I like this architecture...

[arkitek4]

How about two 40 ft. shipping container as house? I like this architecture...

Will cost you between 16K to 20K depending on the extent of the works. You buy the container, make all the revisions and upgrades. What the images doesn't tell you are the hidden costs.

Septic tank, Foundations works (pedestals where you cabins will be fixed in place, insulation works, paved walk ways and driveways, storm drainage, permits and plans, meralco connection fees, potable water connection fees, future upgrades on electrical works, and so much more.

The only difference is the time of construction of the house proper is 24 hours only, if you are to buy the catalog type, if you want to go DIY then that will take you months as well.

[cpsolt]

planning to have my container dream house as well pero gusto ko is 20 footer na side by side lang.

problem ko lang is di kaya ako mahirapan mag secure ng permit sa subdivision. my lot developed by sta. lucia. patulan kaya ito ng building contractors if i give them the responsibility na gawaan ng concrete platform, septic tank and CR (the only fixed structure) and fence job?

195k ang kita ko sa sulit for a 20 footer na insulated and electrical wiring na plug and play na lang. transport might cost 12-16 daw at di na kailangan ng specialized equipment kung 20 footer lang.

30 Awesome Container Homes « The Tiny Life

in the link, i'm looking at the one designed in Sri Lanka sa tabi ng lake.

[yebo]

P140k for a 40' x 8' x 8', plus foundation, insulation, windows and doors, floors, electricals, finishing, transport, etc?

mas mura pa din ang hollowblocks.

[ghosthunter]

P140k for a 40' x 8' x 8', plus foundation, insulation, windows and doors, floors, electricals, finishing, transport, etc?

mas mura pa din ang hollowblocks.

depends... how much would it take to build a hollow block walled structure that is as strong as a 40 foot container in resisting earthquake forces?

[iOz]

You can build this 2 x 40 ft. Shipping Container for under half a million. Mura na as holiday home.

P140k for a 40' x 8' x 8', plus foundation, insulation, windows and doors, floors, electricals, finishing, transport, etc?

mas mura pa din ang hollowblocks.

[iOz]

planning to have my container dream house as well pero gusto ko is 20 footer na side by side lang.

problem ko lang is di kaya ako mahirapan mag secure ng permit sa subdivision. my lot developed by sta. lucia. patulan kaya ito ng building contractors if i give them the responsibility na gawaan ng concrete platform, septic tank and CR (the only fixed structure) and fence job?

195k ang kita ko sa sulit for a 20 footer na insulated and electrical wiring na plug and play na lang. transport might cost 12-16 daw at di na kailangan ng specialized equipment kung 20 footer lang.

30 Awesome Container Homes « The Tiny Life

in the link, i'm looking at the one designed in Sri Lanka sa tabi ng lake.

* Sir cpsolt, I have the same issues with you. Do land developer have a covenant in terms of building type of houses?

Sayang kung nakatiwang wang lang at tinutubuan ng talahib.

[iOz]

Thanks for the input guys...Negative or positive it does help...

[iOz]

also sir make sure about the sealing ng gma singit singit para di pasukin ng alikabok or ulan

Thanks * chrismarte, one of the most important things to remember when buying a shipping container van.



Inside the most viewed 2 x 40 ft. shipping container home.

[ghosthunter]

Thanks for the helpful input * sir ghosthunter. I think you are right about movable structure if its a single dwelling. And regarding about insulation, how about rockwool? Tama ba ako sir.
I consider this type of dwelling since shipping container are sturdy. I dont know if this will come up cheaper or it will cost me more if I decided to have this type of container house.

It can be cheaper and more durable when compared to conventional construction. Although one major item to consider is the relatively low ceiling, especially if you are used to living in rooms with taller ceilings.

As for rockwool insulation, I have issues against using such material for insulation because it is not fireproof and it can breed bacteria & mold if it gets wet.

[iOz]

It can be cheaper and more durable when compared to conventional construction. Although one major item to consider is the relatively low ceiling, especially if you are used to living in rooms with taller ceilings.

As for rockwool insulation, I have issues against using such material for insulation because it is not fireproof and it can breed bacteria & mold if it gets wet.

Many Thanks for the input, I do agree with you in regards with low ceiling. How about Hi-Cube 9 ft. tall shipping container?

[godward]

Only seen a few of these. Never thought of seeing them used a home :D

[Red Advent 04]

mas mainampa nga na gawing bahay yan ng mga taga skwater kesa barong barong na masakit sa mata. at least matibay pa ang mga yaan at madali pa ilipat o alisin kapag kelangan na ang lupa. mas desente pa ngang tingnan kung ganyan ang gawin bahay ng mga skwater dito sa metro manila. kaso hindi naiisip ng gobyerno ng filifinas ang mga ganiyan kase uunahin nila yung sila ay kumita muna bago ang kapakanan ng mga taong bayan.

[chrisdelali]

To all:
I'm really really serious about building a house made out of shipping container.
I am willing to a layout for you (at least the layout; tapos bahala na kayo sa mga design or other aesthetic look like landscaping, color of the paint, insulation, etc.) in exchange for helping me get some local information as to "where to buy shipping container", finding experienced architect and engineers, welders, etc.

Sa mga nagtatanong un magkano ang aabutin... as well all know, madaming factors na makaka-apekto sa presyo... tulad ng mga ito...
#1 laki ng bahay? un maliit ang lupa, pwedeng pataas... up to 8 levels
#2 number and size of containers needed sa gusto nyong laki ng bahay nyo. merong 20' at 40' (length) with the same 8' width; meron din high ceiling na container... syempre, mas malaki, mas mahal ang presyo; mas bago, mas mahal.
#3 delivery charge - syempre, mas malayo kayo sa panggagalingan ng container, mas mahal ang delivery charge.
#4 size and type of windows and doors; as well as faucets, sidings, roof, etc. makes a huge difference sa presyo

If you are really serious, again, I am willing to help anybody who is also willing to help me gather some local information (La Union or Bulacan area). Here are the information I will need to help you:

#1 LOCATION - check your location starting from the main road. Can a truck carrying a 40ft container maneuver in your desired lot (property)? If the answer is NO... then that leaves us with just 20ft containers to work with. Ask the same question but instead of 40ft change it to 20ft. If the answer is NO... then do you have other solutions as to how to get the container in your desired property? You cannot proceed not unless you answer YES to this type of question. You have to consider the width of the road for maneuvering purposes of the delivery truck, any obstructions above such as electrical wiring or low branches of trees na madadaanan ng truck.

#2 DO YOU WANT A SECOND FLOOR? - if so, then you have to consider trees around your area. Perhaps, a forklift will do the job of putting the second layer (or floor) or maybe not; it all depends to the height of your first floor... anything above 2nd layer will definitely require a crane to lift and place the containers. If that's the case, then, make sure you have enough clearance above to allow the crane to maneuver around your property.

#3 Again, you must answer YES to the first 2 questions above (unless someone else here have a better suggestion on how you can have the containers deliver to your desired location. Next question is...
WHAT IS THE SIZE OF YOUR LOT? It's not enough to say 403 square meter. We will need the actual dimension and shape of the lot or else, we will be wasting a lot of time (and frustration) by trial and error. How wide is your property facing the street (width)? What's the length or depth of your property? You can answer this question by getting a surveyor survey your property. That way, you also know where your property line begins and where it ends.

#4 DRIVEWAYS? PARKING AREA - How many driveways do you want? and how many cars do you want to be able to park in your parking area? We will deduct these space away from your lot size. Yes, of course, we can use big posts for your container and use the ground level as your parking space, right? That leaves us again with the #2 question above.

#5 WHAT IS YOUR TIMELINE? There's no point of spending our precious time if you are not serious about this. Un iba kasi, curious lang or nag-uusyoso lang without considering other people's valuable time as well. My timeline is, I want to start within the 6 months to a year... right now, I'm on the stage of finding good and experienced workers (e.g. architects, engineers, welders, etc.).

If you can answer the above questions, send me a private message so we can get started.