Shipping Container Homes Guide for Beginners

Create a Sustainable Homestead, Stop Paying Rent, and Live Comfortably

By: Dominic Mayers

Narrated by: Helpful Matthew

Length: 3 hrs and 55 mins

Publisher's summary

Shipping Container Homes Guide For Beginners

Create A Sustainable Homestead, Stop Paying Rent & Live Comfortably

Dominic Mayers

How to create your dream home for a low price, stop paying rent, and live comfortably in 9 weeks or less, even if you don't have any building experience.

Would you like to build your family's dream home without paying an infinite mortgage?

Are you worried that you may never afford to own a home because of the high market prices, and you can't imagine paying rent forever?

Do you want to own property at a low price and maybe put it up on Airbnb for an extra source of income?

Your dream property is a shipping container away…

The global container home market is expected to reach $73 million by 2025, making now the perfect time to build these eco-friendly houses.

Not only do they cost 20-30% less to build than traditional houses, but they also outlast them!

You can modify them quickly and use your interior and exterior design creativity to spruce up the space.

All you need to start is $2,000 or less, and the wealth of information you'll find inside.

Written for novice and experienced DIY enthusiasts, this is an A-to-Z guide to ensure your success in turning a plain shipping container into a beautiful home.

In Shipping Container Homes Guide For Beginners, you'll discover:

How to plan for the construction of your container home, get your finances in order, and save money so you don't get stuck midway

The how, what, and scope of container home regulations and zoning codes—featuring geo-specific requirements and the most favorable locations

An in-depth understanding of the aesthetics, performance, and cost of different types of containers and how to inspect them before buying

How to keep your home cozy irrespective of the season, including some innovative thermal control solutions

How to prepare for the delivery of your new shipping container home for a seamless installation process

The best foundations for container homes

PLEASE NOTE: When you purchase this title, the accompanying PDF will be available in your Audible Library along with the audio.

©2022 Dominic Mayers (P)2024 Dominic Mayers

COMPREHENSIVE HANDS-ON GUIDE

This book is the A to Z, hands-on,
how-to achieve a shipping container home!
The Author does a stellar job of covering all pertinent aspects of the process, aptly delivering broadness in scope as well as the critical details.
Invaluable information is clearly presented, including everything from planning, designing & choosing the best container to running water lines, establishing battery banks & even soil assessment of the build site.
Like I said…COMPREHENSIVE.
Lastly, Author successfully reveals the uncommonly known diversity, options & benefits of owning a shipping container home.
Excellent book. Very well done.

Build your own home using a shipping container

How to get started with a budget. Getting permits and finding
the right location. Container and permit costs. The Author makes
it easy with many ideas about constructing your shipping container
home. Discussing foundations, electrical wiring, plumbing and hvac
as well as how long it will take to build it. This is a good guide for
anyone who wants to learn how to build a home for less

a great book

I like this topic quite a lot as I was always interested in making a shipping container home. The book gives some keen insights into the topic and definitely provides the foundation necessary for anybody who's interested in their own container home. I appreciate that the audio book came with a copy of the PDF as a few of the diagrams were useful.

Great beginners guide for home building

This book is well thought out, starting with land purchase to finally building your shipping container home. If you’re interested in building a shipping container home and don’t know where to start, begin with this book for most of what you will need to know before getting started. There is discussion of types of containers and their suitability for a domicile, suggestions for inspection, possible permits you may need, and much more, too much to list here. Use this as a guidebook to inform yourself if you are looking into building a shipping container home.

Get the book! 10/10 would recommend !!

Super easy listen! Loved that a pdf version was included to follow along. This book has a lot of great information and tips. If you’re thinking about creating a shipping container home, this book is the perfect first step to get you started!

I can't wait to get started "building" my home!

I've also had a dream of living in a "tiny home" and never before even considered that a shipping container would be something I could use! I stumbled upon this audiobook and couldn't help but listen to it, and boy am I glad I did! It has opened my eyes to a whole new opportunity. This audiobook walks you through step by step on how to get started and includes a 9 week plan from start to finish on how to set up your new container home! It comes with a PDF too, if you're a visual learner like me, this was an amazing addition to the audiobook so I could follow along and easily refer back to. I'm so excited to get started on my ne container home!

Great book on Shipping Container Homes Guide!

This audio book on "Shipping Container Homes Guide for Beginners" was great in narration and layout of information on the topic.

This book shows how Shipping Containers are being used as an alternative to building a home. It goes in depth on every aspect you could think of when deciding and implementing the building of a Shipping Container Home!

So much went into the research and organization of material for this book, it covers the A-Z of this topic.

I would recommend that anyone thinking of building a Shipping Container Home, get this unique guide book!

Excellent book!

The author did a great job compiling a large volume of information on building and maintaining a shipping container home into this valuable resource that is clear and easy to understand. It contains tips on how to make the most out of a small living space in a way that is eco-friendly and sustainable. I would definitely recommend this audiobook!

Stop Paying Rent and Live Comfortably

A comprehensive and innovative guide to sustainable living. This audiobook is perfect for DIY enthusiasts looking for a new project to embark on. The narrator's voice is engaging and informative, making this guide easy to follow and understand.

The audiobook covers all the basics of building a container home, including how to source and purchase containers, design considerations, and building regulations. The author's experience in the field is evident, and he offers practical advice for every step of the process.

One of the highlights of this audiobook is the emphasis on sustainability. The author stresses the importance of using environmentally friendly materials and methods to create a home that is not only comfortable but also good for the planet.

"Shipping Container Homes Guide for Beginners" is not only a guide to building a container home but also a source of inspiration for sustainable living. The audiobook offers advice on growing your own food, reducing waste, and living a simpler, more fulfilling life.

Overall, this book is a must-read for anyone interested in sustainable living.

Very informative!

If you've ever dreamed of owning your own home without breaking the bank, Shipping Container Homes Guide for Beginners is the perfect resource for you. This comprehensive guide breaks down everything you need to know to turn a simple shipping container into a comfortable, sustainable home for you and your family.

One of the things I loved most about this book is how accessible it is for beginners. Even if you have no prior building experience, the step-by-step instructions and clear explanations make it easy to follow along and create your dream home. And with a focus on sustainability and eco-friendliness, you can feel good about your home while also saving money.

I also appreciated how the author included information about regulations and zoning codes to ensure that your home is legal and up-to-code. This is especially helpful for those who may not be familiar with the specific requirements in their area. And with tips for keeping your home cozy all year round, you can enjoy your beautiful new space no matter the weather.