Shipping Container Blog

Guides, tips and industry news on shipping container costs, conversions, delivery, site preparation and modifications.

• Guide to Shipping Container Guest House ADU Floor Plans

  Container Homes · 2026-07-16

  Turn your backyard into an income stream or private retreat. We break down the best 20ft and 40ft guest house layouts using real 2026 container ADU specs.

• Shipping Container Permit Requirements by State 2026

  Buying Guide · 2026-07-16

  Navigating the patchwork of US shipping container permit requirements in 2026 requires understanding local AHJs, zoning overlays, and the IRC's latest standards.

• How to Inspect a Used Shipping Container Before Buying

  Buying Guide · 2026-07-14

  Don't get stuck with a rusted-out box. Our 15-year expert guide covers exactly how to inspect a used shipping container before buying to ensure structural safety.

• 2026 Price Guide

  Container Offices · 2026-07-14

  Meet OSHA cooling requirements and boost job site productivity with climate-controlled mobile container office units featuring high-efficiency HVAC and insulation.

• The Construction Container Office Floor Plan Guide

  Container Offices · 2026-07-13

  Streamline your site management with our comprehensive guide to portable container office floor plans for construction, featuring 20ft and 40ft turnkey layouts.

• The Ultimate Shipping Container Site Prep Checklist

  Buying Guide · 2026-07-13

  Avoid costly rescheduling fees and structural issues with our definitive 2026 guide to shipping container site preparation and foundation requirements.

• Shipping Container Condition Grades: 2026 Manual

  Buying Guide · 2026-07-12

  Confused by industry jargon? Our 2026 guide breaks down shipping container condition grades, from One-Trip to As-Is, ensuring you get exactly what you pay for.

• Shipping Container Delivery Cost Per Mile: 2026 Price Guide

  Buying Guide · 2026-07-12

  Planning a container purchase? Discover the exact shipping container delivery cost per mile in 2026, including fuel surcharges, trailer types, and hidden site fees.

• 2026 Buying & Specs

  Buying Guide · 2026-07-11

  Looking to move oversized machinery or heavy equipment? Our 2026 flat rack shipping container guide covers everything from technical specs to load capacities.

• Shipping Container Cost Guide: 2026 Pricing & Factors

  Buying Guide · 2026-07-11

  How much does a shipping container really cost in 2026? A full breakdown of new vs. used pricing, delivery fees, modifications, and hidden costs — with real numbers from a nationwide supplier.

• Shipping Container Home Prices in 2026: The Complete Guide

  Buying Guide · 2026-07-10

  Planning your dream container home? Our 2026 cost guide breaks down shipping container home prices, from basic shells to turnkey luxury builds. Understand the full budget picture, including foundations, permits, deliver…

• Modular Container Office: A Smart Choice for US Businesses 2026

  Container Offices · 2026-07-10

  Discover why US businesses are choosing a modular container office over traditional construction. We explore the benefits of cost, speed, sustainability, and popular use cases.