To meet your expectations, and ours, we use high-quality Container House building materials from trusted brand names. From insulation and fixtures, to flooring and appliances, we buy components only from suppliers who share our commitment to quality. Visit a local Dutch Housing independent retail sales center to learn more about the materials we use and see our quality commitment firsthand.

As part of our design process, we utilises 3D modelling of our home designs, from schematic design stages right through to the specification and manufacture of our modular wall and roof panels.

Pre-cut homes are “kit” homes, such as log cabin kits or dome homes. The homes are cut to design specs in-factory, then are shipped as a kit to the building site to be constructed on-site. Some pre-cut homes are panelized homes, but not all panelized homes are pre-cut homes.

These expenses are incredibly variable based on location, size of home, and even municipal requirements or personal preference. For instance, if you’re building in the country, you may not need or want much in the way of outdoor landscaping. However, if you’re building in the city – or in a neighborhood with strict home owners’ association standards – you may be required to put in some kind of landscaping. That said you can expect to spend possibly tens of thousands on permits, fees, foundation, and utility hookups – especially if your property isn’t served by a local sewer and water system and you’ll need to put in a septic system and well.

Before committing to a particular home or manufacturer, make sure you speak extensively to the company about what it provides, and what you’re be expected to manage separately. Also, when comparing manufacturers, get specific information about what each company provides so you’re positive you’re comparing apples to apples.

For instance, some builders may offer a more turnkey service, including site prep, soils testing, and foundation preparation. You’d hate to rule out a turnkey service just for being more expensive on the surface, when in reality the total cost differences might be negligible.

In addition to the modular home finishes that come standard in a preselected home build, it’s important to understand that there may be a selection of upgrades to choose from for an additional price. For instance, Modified Shipping Container Home offers a single finish package, but you can upgrade items, such as opting for bamboo floors instead of cork floors.