Introduction to container houses

Container houses are a type of living or working space that is transformed and processed using discarded or newly made standard containers as basic materials. These unique residences built from containers are durable, well-structured, and can withstand harsh weather conditions.

Container houses can be built using various types of containers, including standard dry trucks commonly used for transoceanic transportation or refrigerated containers suitable for insulation purposes.

Its durability, convenient assembly and disassembly, and low cost make it a good choice for modern buildings.

The difference between container houses and shipping containers

Container houses: The wall materials are mostly made of fireproof rock wool sandwich wall panels, and the outer wall panels are pressed into an appearance similar to the corrugated appearance of shipping boxes. They mainly play the role of fire prevention, heat preservation, and sound insulation, but the overall strength is relatively weak. Contains multiple rooms and corridors, equipped with various facilities required for living or working, such as power sockets, lighting, air conditioning, furniture, kitchens, toilets, etc.

Shipping containers: Steel or aluminum alloy is used as the wall material alone, which has the characteristics of strong bearing capacity, good durability, and high risk resistance, but does not have the characteristics of heat preservation and sound insulation. Shipping containers are designed to protect the cargo during transport. They are usually empty and simple in design to maximize storage space. There are no living or office facilities, and the interior only has metal floors and walls.

Container House Construction

Preparation stage:
Determine the site, clean up debris and garbage, measure the site size, determine the foundation type (such as steel foundation, concrete foundation, etc.), and prepare the necessary tools and materials.

Build the foundation:
Build the foundation according to the design requirements to ensure that the foundation is firm and reliable.

Install the container:
Lift the container to the designated location, carry, position and install it with appropriate tools and manpower, and connect it according to needs.

Container modification:
Cut doors and windows, add partitions, install electrical, water supply and drainage systems, etc. Add insulation and waterproof materials to improve living comfort and durability

Container splicing:
According to the design drawings, splice and combine multiple containers to form an overall building structure. Use welding, bolts and other connection methods to ensure the stability of the structure.

Install doors, windows and other facilities:
Install doors, windows, roof panels, skylights and other facilities on the container to ensure that the internal environment of the container house is comfortable and fully functional.

Types and uses of container houses

Container houses mainly include the following types:

• Sea freight container houses: Suitable for occasions with high quality requirements, such as container homestays, hotels, etc. This type of house has high quality and long service life, but the price is relatively high.
• Large wave container houses: Suitable for customers with tight budgets. Although the service life is relatively short (generally around 10 years), the price is relatively cheap.
• Screw assembly container houses: Suitable for temporary use places, such as disaster relief, temporary offices, etc. Easy to install and flexible, but the price is slightly higher.
• Packaging container houses: Suitable for customers who need to use them urgently, because this type of container house is extremely fast to build, usually only 1-2 days to complete.

Scenarios where container houses are applicable:

• Construction sites: As temporary facilities such as workers’ dormitories, offices, conference rooms, etc., to meet the needs of construction sites for temporary construction products.
• Private residence: Especially suitable for areas with tight land resources or high housing prices, as long-term or short-term living space.
• Commercial use: Such as shops, restaurants, cafes, exhibition halls, etc., the flexibility and customizability of container houses make them an ideal choice for the commercial field.
• Emergency rescue: In emergency situations such as natural disasters and military operations, container houses can be quickly built to provide temporary shelter and rescue command centers for the affected people.
• Tourism and vacation: The unique appearance and modern feel of container houses make them a popular choice for tourist resorts, providing tourists with a novel and unique accommodation experience.

Why import container houses from China

• Price advantage: China has rich experience and advanced production technology in the field of container house manufacturing, and can provide products with extremely high cost performance.
• Reliable quality: Container houses made in China are produced in strict accordance with international quality standards to ensure the durability and safety of the products.
• Rich variety: There are many types and specifications of container houses available in the Chinese market to meet the different needs of different customers.
• Fast delivery: China has a complete logistics system and efficient production capacity, which can ensure the fast delivery and installation of container houses.

How to import container houses from China

How to choose suppliers:
Find and screen reputable container house manufacturers or suppliers with reliable product quality.
Supplier information can be obtained through channels such as exhibitions, industry websites, social media, etc. Consider factors such as product quality, customization options, certifications, and customer reviews.

Contact and communicate with suppliers:
Contact potential suppliers to discuss your specific requirements, pricing, and any customization needs.
Clearly communicate your expectations for product specifications, quality standards, and shipping terms.

Sign and negotiate terms and conditions:
Negotiate prices, payment terms, and other conditions with selected suppliers.
Sign an import contract with the supplier to clarify the rights and obligations of both parties, including product specifications, quantity, price, delivery period, etc.
Request suppliers to provide necessary supporting documents such as certificate of origin, quality inspection report, etc.

Confirm regulatory compliance:
Ensure that the container house meets the local building codes and regulations in your country.
Verify that the supplier follows international standards and has the necessary certifications.

Customs clearance:
Ensure that all required import and export documents are complete, including commercial invoices, packing lists, bills of lading, and any necessary licenses.
Work with a customs broker to help your container home pass through customs smoothly.
Make sure you have all the necessary documents for customs clearance.

Pay import duties and taxes:
Understand the import duties, taxes, and any other fees that apply in your country.
Make sure to pay promptly to avoid delays in the customs clearance process.

Other considerations for importing container houses from China

Risk management

Purchase insurance: Purchase insurance for the transportation process to ensure the safety of goods during transportation.
Contract risk: Read the contract terms in detail to ensure that interests are protected and avoid disputes due to unclear contracts.
Quality control: Strict quality control during production and transportation to avoid losses due to quality problems.

Consider long-term use

Durability: Choose materials and structures with high durability to ensure the long-term use of container houses.
Maintenance and maintenance: Understand the maintenance and maintenance requirements of container houses, conduct regular inspections and repairs, and extend their service life.
Scalability: Consider possible future expansion needs and choose designs and structures that can be flexibly expanded.

How To Ship container houses From China To Your Country

• Choose the appropriate transportation method: Choose the appropriate transportation method, such as sea transportation, air transportation or land transportation, based on factors such as the quantity, volume and transportation time of the goods.
• Arrange transportation and insurance: Negotiate with Chinese suppliers to arrange transportation and insurance of goods.
• Track the status of goods: Through the tracking system of China Freight Forwarding Company, you can know the transportation status of goods in real time.
• Customs clearance and delivery: After the goods arrive at the destination country, customs clearance and delivery procedures must be carried out in accordance with local customs regulations.

Choose the appropriate shipping method (such as sea shipping, air shipping, etc.) to ship container houses from China to your country. When choosing a transportation company, you can consider its transportation experience, service quality, price and other factors. Shipping companies usually provide a series of services such as door-to-door pickup, packaging, customs clearance, transportation and door-to-door delivery to reduce your burden.