
Pier foundations are the most popular choice for shipping container homes for numerous reasons. It will also help prevent moisture and the corrosion that occurs as a result of this moisture. A solid, well built, foundation will ensure the weight is appropriately distributed.

One result could be having doors that are incredibly difficult to open and close. This creates an unevenness which can allow your home to shift since the load isn’t equally distributed. For example, part of the ground could be hard rock and the other part soft clay. The ground underneath your building can also be comprised of different materials. Without this solid platform, the ground’s natural movement can cause the containers to split and separate. A foundation provides a solid, stable platform for your building. Even though it is often barely noticeable, this slight movement can affect how level your home is. This movement can be sporadic and is usually very slow.

This is because the ground moves a considerable amount. The strongest part of this course for me has definitely been getting past my comfort zone and doing things I never thought I could do.You will always need a foundation for your shipping container home. It's all happening very much in real time. I have to say that my favorite part of the class so far is all of the problem solving- this gives us a real life peek into what it would be like to be doing this on our own- there's no real formula that we're plugging parts into. I wasn't honestly sure what to expect coming into this course. To apply, please fill out this form and select "Shipping Container Certificate." Scholarships are available for this course. Preference will be given to applicants planning to attend both sessions. Students staying for both sessions will be able to stay on campus and participate in the meal plan during that week.

There will be a week off between the 2 sessions. Session 1 is scheduled for May 29-Jand Session 2 is scheduled for July 10-August 11, 2023. This program is structured as 2, 5 week sessions. design – structure, insulation, doors, windows, mechanicals, kitchen, baths, and final finishes! Students will experience and install all systems required to create low-carbon, high-performance buildings at the lowest possible price. Students will work towards building a fully complete 560 sq ft. In the Yestermorrow Shipping Container Certificate students will experience and install all systems required to create low-carbon, high-performance buildings at the lowest possible price.
