Monthly Archives: August 2010

Raising the Roof

Posted on August 24, 2010 by Steve

The roof was finished on December 21, 2009 – talk about cutting it close.  Aside from a little snow, the weather was very nice for that time of year.  I actually prefer working in the cold weather for this type … Continue reading →

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Roof Plans

Posted on August 24, 2010 by Steve

I guess the first roof related decision for a shipping container builder is whether or not to even have one.  Considering that I have three connected containers, am in Wisconsin with ~50 psf snow loads, and that the inner walls … Continue reading →

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The Containers Arrive

Posted on August 17, 2010 by Steve

The containers arrived on December 7th 2009.  It was a bit later than I wanted, but my contractor said they wanted the ground to be frozen before they brought in their crane.  I also think they wanted to wait until … Continue reading →

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The Finished Foundation

Posted on August 16, 2010 by Steve

I wasn’t able to be there when they poured the concrete for the walls, so I only have pictures of the finished product.  I’m usually a little worried when I’m not there to supervise, but everything worked out OK.  I … Continue reading →

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Excavation and Footings

Posted on August 14, 2010 by Steve

The excavation and footings were completed on September 21st 2009. As you can see in the pics below it was a beautiful day – Fall in Northern Wisconsin is one of my favorite seasons. Here is the back wall trench … Continue reading →

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