Building Protection

FAQ

• Q 1. What foundation options are available for shipping container homes?

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  Our preferred general contractor can help you find and install the right foundation for your container home. The most important element of a container home foundation is that the ground is level. If it is level, a container home can be set there. With that said, we recommend using one of these foundation options:Railroad ties - this is often the least expensive option that can be used as a permanent foundation, and is the ideal option if you would like to move your container home some time in the future.Gravel pads - this option won't break the bank and is considered a long term, reliable, foundation for container homes.Concrete slab - this is often the most expensive option but also the most air tight when it comes to keeping your container home level and in place.

• Q 2. Do you provide products to individuals only or do you also sell to businesses?

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  We sell our products to all markets and industries, including residential, commercial, industrial and governmental. We have the experience and capacity to partner with businesses on any type of container related project, large and small.

• Q 3. What is the difference between a custom build and standard model?

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  Custom BuildsWe will craft a custom container home specific to your unique needs and location. Using a combination of stacked or adjoined 20ft and 40ft containers, we will create your dream home. We design our container homes to maximize the views and features of your property. We can incorporate just about anything into our container homes. We’ve built workshops, done a putting green, made a large rooftop garden, built custom furniture, and more.Standard ModelOur Standard container models are inspired by our most popular custom builds. Purchasing a standard container option from our website is the quickest and most affordable way to get your Backcountry Container, as it reduces a lot of the lead times and indirect costs that go into building a fully custom container home structure. Same quality, better price, delivered to you.

• Q 4. Are there any extra costs or fees?

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  Yes, shipping fee.Shipping - Shipping fees for all builds depend on the distance from our build site (either in the Texas or Wisconsin area). Shipping typically costs around $3 per mile. Delivery for all builds will be quoted at time of purchase. For delivery, we must be able to drive our flatbed, tiltbed or chassis to the site to be unloaded.

• Q 5. Will the metal rust on a container house?

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  The short answer is Yes. Color steel will rust much slower than mild steel, and will remain water proof through its lifetime. Color steel containers are corrosion resistant. Added layers of rust resistant paint and primer provides extra support.