I am in the process of converting a 20’ shipping container to an office/cabin space. I already have the container on my property, and will utilize it as a living and working space when I go hunting. I don’t really need it as an office, but that’s what most of the builders I’ve talked with refer to it as.
Anyways, I found a kit on ebay that can convert my container into a cabin. It uses structural insulated panels on the interior and then it has an access panel with a window and door that is actually behind the cargo doors. I like this idea because when I am not on the property I can securely lock it up, and from the outside you have a normal looking container. They quoted me $3500 for everything including electric (which I don’t need). The price is out of my budget, so I am wondering if I can make the same thing myself for less than $2500.
All that needs to be done is insulation (around r-13), framing, drywall, and the access panel with a window and door. I will be doing everything myself, except for the insulation. Looks like I can get spray foam insulation on a 20’ for less than $1300. I am no expert when it comes to building, but I have the right tools to get the job done.
So what costs am I looking at to get this done? Is there a better way to go about this? Again, I like this idea because I can close up the container and nothing is visible from the outside.
I attached some pictures they sent me which shows what the finished product looks like.
Anyways, I found a kit on ebay that can convert my container into a cabin. It uses structural insulated panels on the interior and then it has an access panel with a window and door that is actually behind the cargo doors. I like this idea because when I am not on the property I can securely lock it up, and from the outside you have a normal looking container. They quoted me $3500 for everything including electric (which I don’t need). The price is out of my budget, so I am wondering if I can make the same thing myself for less than $2500.
All that needs to be done is insulation (around r-13), framing, drywall, and the access panel with a window and door. I will be doing everything myself, except for the insulation. Looks like I can get spray foam insulation on a 20’ for less than $1300. I am no expert when it comes to building, but I have the right tools to get the job done.
So what costs am I looking at to get this done? Is there a better way to go about this? Again, I like this idea because I can close up the container and nothing is visible from the outside.
I attached some pictures they sent me which shows what the finished product looks like.
