5 Best Foundations For Shipping Containers | Conexwest
Conexwest is your one-stop shop for shipping containers and customizations. Shipping containers are heavy, even empty ones. Without a proper foundation, the container could sink into the
Placing your shipping container on a solid foundation prevents it from sinking into the ground. Remember: shipping containers are already incredibly heavy when empty. And the more cargo you add, the more that weight increases.
Houses without these foundations will be considered zoning violations. The most popular long-term shipping container foundations are slab foundations, strip foundations, pile foundations, and pier foundations. A concrete slab foundation is a flat, solid base made of poured concrete.
There are several different types of shipping container foundations you can use, varying in their functionality and material. We categorize them by their expected service life: temporary, semi-permanent, and permanent: Temporary Foundations: These are the easiest and cheapest method, but the riskiest.
Concrete footings or piers provide stability and are excellent for uneven terrain. Proper foundation helps prevent containers from sinking and corrosion. Conexwest is your one-stop shop for shipping containers and customizations. Shipping containers are heavy, even empty ones.
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