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How to Maintain a Shipping Container Home (And How It Differs From a Traditional House)
Learn how to maintain a shipping container home, how it differs from traditional houses, and what makes steel homes lower maintenance and built to last.

Ednir D’Oliveira
1 day ago3 min read


Maintaining an Off-Grid Shipping Container Home: What to Expect
Off-grid container homes require unique maintenance. Learn how to care for solar, batteries, water systems, septic, and backup power equipment.

Ednir D’Oliveira
1 day ago2 min read


The Stages of Designing, Constructing, and Installing a Shipping Container Home
A clear overview of the stages involved in designing, building, and installing a shipping container home with MicroBox Homes.

Ednir D’Oliveira
Feb 23 min read


The Biggest Mistakes People Make When Building a Container Home
Thinking about building a container home? Discover the biggest mistakes people make when building a container home and how to avoid costly problems from the start.

Ednir D’Oliveira
Jan 243 min read


How to Choose the Right Foundation for Your Container Home
What foundation type is right for your custom container build? In this article we cover common and not so common foundation types as well as pros and cons of each.

Ednir D’Oliveira
Dec 7, 20253 min read


Pros and Cons of Container Homes
Some factors to consider if you’re thinking about living in a shipping container.

Ednir D’Oliveira
Oct 25, 20253 min read


Why Insulating a Container Home Can Be Tricky
Insulating a shipping container requires a completely different approach than that of a conventional home.

Ednir D’Oliveira
Oct 22, 20252 min read
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