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Container Homes 101 - Classification, Zoning & Permits
Before buying a container home, learn how permitting works in unrestricted land, unincorporated areas, and within city limits and how MicroBox ensures full compliance. Container home classification, zoning & permits.

Ednir D’Oliveira
Mar 44 min read


How Long Do Container Homes Last?
How long do container homes last? Learn the realistic lifespan of shipping container homes, what affects durability, and how proper foundation, insulation, and rust prevention can help them last 40–50+ years.

Ednir D’Oliveira
Feb 283 min read


What to Consider When Placing a Container Home on a Property with an Existing House
Adding a container ADU to your property? Understand electric meter requirements, septic sizing, sewer impact fees, zoning rules, and foundation classification. Here’s what to consider when placing a container home on a property with an existing house.

Ednir D’Oliveira
Feb 204 min read


Everything You Need to Know Before Buying a Container Home
Before buying a container home, understand zoning rules, real costs, structural integrity, financing hurdles, and whether downsizing is right for you. Here is everything you need to know before buying a container home.

Ednir D’Oliveira
Feb 184 min read


Do Banks Finance Shipping Container Homes?
Do banks finance shipping container homes? Learn how shipping container homes qualify for mortgages, what lenders look for, and how to improve your approval chances.

Ednir D’Oliveira
Feb 173 min read


8 Myths About Shipping Container Homes
Are container homes really cheap, unsafe, or uncomfortable? We break down the most common myths and explain the real truths behind container living.

Ednir D’Oliveira
Feb 93 min read


How New Construction Quality Is Declining and Why a Handcrafted Shipping Container Home Is a Smarter Alternative
Why are new homes being built so poorly? Explore the decline in U.S. construction quality and how handcrafted container homes by MicroBox do it better.

Ednir D’Oliveira
Feb 73 min read


Do Shipping Container Homes Hold Their Value Like Traditional Homes?
Explore how shipping container homes can hold value like traditional homes through strong construction, low maintenance, and smart design.

Ednir D’Oliveira
Jan 312 min read


Container Homes 101 - 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


Downsizing When You Have a Lot of Stuff
Downsizing isn’t easy, especially when you have a lot of stuff. Here are some common issues and possible workarounds we’re here to help with.

Ednir D’Oliveira
Jan 183 min read


“Builder-Grade” - The Death of New Construction
From builder-grade materials to rising home prices, this article examines the decline of American housing quality and the growing interest in alternative building methods.

Ednir D’Oliveira
Dec 28, 20253 min read


Here’s Why Shipping Containers Must Be Repurposed
Every year, hundreds of thousands of shipping containers are left abandoned or idle. Here is the number one way to repurpose some of them.

Ednir D’Oliveira
Dec 16, 20256 min read


Creative Ways to Repurpose Shipping Containers for Housing and More
Discover creative ways to repurpose shipping containers for housing and more. Explore innovative shipping container solutions for modern living.

Ednir D’Oliveira
Dec 11, 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 26, 20253 min read


Check out these 12 Shipping Container Home Ideas
Here are 12 container home ideas that are guaranteed to inspire your shipping container build.

Ednir D’Oliveira
Oct 17, 20254 min read
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