Welcome to our Container-Based Buildings (CBBs) FAQ page, where we address the most common inquiries about this innovative construction method where you can explore the world of CBBs and discover how these versatile structures can offer affordability, speed, and sustainability without compromising on quality.
Find answers to your questions, learn about their insulating properties, and uncover the potential for customization and let us guide you through the realm of CBBs, where creativity meets efficiency, and modern living takes on a whole new dimension.
Absolutely, in most cases CBBs can cost you between 30-50 % less than a traditional construction.
Yes, when you buy a Shipping Container to modify it, you are getting floor, roof, walls, and structure.
Yes, Florida and most of the 50 states allow CBBs, IBC and FBC (FRC) have construction codes for them.
Yes, CBBs are insulated for warm and cold weather; all of our insulation is installed in the outer part of the CBB structure.
Absolutely, consistent test results indicate that a shipping container in its natural conditions, can withstand wind speeds of up to 180 mph without showing signs of structural weakness. Our CBBs have reinforced structural elements in addition to being anchored to concrete foundations.
CBBs typically do retain and increase their value for many years just like a traditional construction.
The lifespan of a non-treated and weather exposed shipping container home without any maintenance is typically 15 to 30 years. Regular maintenance as well as the outer coverage or casing can help increase the lifespan to at least 150 years.
A well-maintained shipping container home can retain its resale value just like a traditional home.
Yes, however, you must make clear to your insurance carrier that your CBB is not a mobile home because CBBs are anchored to real concrete foundations.
CBBs are not tiny homes but can be if you wish because its size depends on what you want as a home, which could several joined (horizontal, vertically, or both) containers to make up your CBBs.
Ants, termites, and other critters are not attracted to the metal sheets that line a CBBs. Neither Raccoons, squirrels, and other mammals.
Containers with proper sealing are very less likely to suffer from moisture problems or water intrusions due to the inherent purpose of the shipping containers with strength suitable to withstand any weather while its being shipped, stored, carried, moved, and handled in many different scenarios mainly by sea. Therefore, rain and water are not meant to penetrate the corrugated metal panels of the containers.
Yes, banks finance CBBs. The best thing you can do before you start looking for financing is to have a piece of land already. If CBBs are built according to standard housing codes, banks will finance them. Having a detailed construction plan will show the bank that you figured everything out. It will also show that you and your builder know what you are doing. Also, for the bank, get a detailed construction plan and projected costs for labor and materials.
Absolutely, we have several designs already, please feel free to contact us for a custom design
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