Building a Budget DIY Container Shop (Full Build)

In this video we build a budget minded workshop from two 40' shipping containers, a set of used trusses, and lumber we milled ourselves for less than $15,000.
Full Build Playlist: • Container Shop
We're a husband and wife team who bought 20 acres of bare off-grid land in North Idaho. Follow along as we turn a pole barn into our dream shop with an upstairs apartment!
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00:00 Building with shipping containers
00:55 Shipping container delivery and placement
01:33 Window installation and painting
03:30 Roof trusses and metal brackets
06:20 Installing the roof
07:43 Making the deck
09:06 Finishing the roof

[@AmbitionStrikes]

🚨 Watch the entire build series here: kzbin.info/aero/PLMCvRxq4QdcfzzofiOgndwTpzQGifUL3M&si=QZfB-CDdRyPQzroC

[@jimthomas1989]

2 containers $1500 each $1000 to transport That's $4000 dollars , Are you saying that you then spent $11 grand for wood to build just a roof ?

[@eslader2313]

screws ontop the ribs are better. If you take the extra .5 seconds to back off the screw and retighten the screw on the roof its guaranteed to be a water tight seal to the roof and the washer ends up higher on the steel. Meaning when water runs down the roof it won't start eating away at the rubber washer. I've had so many repairs I've been sent to that screws on the flat of the steel end up wearing through within 1 year as opposed to a screw in the high rib wears through in 20 years... assuming the steel doesn't damage the rubber cutting through it. I'm sold on using 2 1/4 nails with rubber washers. It pierces the steel and seals the hole without risking shards or metal cutting through the washer or just thrown about on the roof causing rusting over time.

[@bhorn9400]

I like how you tied them together below grade, very clever. What is the length of the rafters you used?

[@rideordietheyretring2tranx382]

1.2M, cut this into shorts for 2nd life and ad space

[@martingoodef811]

This channel pays for it

[@juliansmith4303]

I just want to say. Thank you for harnessing off, im a industrial roofer and i cant tell you how hard it is to get people into doing what we do, our fatality and injury statistics are so high bc of commercial and DIY roofing, so i truly appreciate you not only tying off for your own safety, but setting an example of what to properly do

[@RiskBizz]

lol. while also working from a ladder on a sketchy work platform being lifted by the skid steer

[@kylemccourt663]

@@RiskBizz or while spinning big foot :)

[@mikeyoung5329]

If you really wanna see something dangerous ill get ya a job on the rigging ( logging ) with me 👍

[@LupusMechanicus]

@@RiskBizzI've done things for dollars an hour you wouldn't believe.

[@us7876]

5 meter rope in a 3 meter fall won't work tho

[@mikewieggers6337]

Now you just need to add a gutter system to the one side for rain water collection. Cheers! Love your videos and cheerful attitudes!

[@dper1112]

Por que no los dos?

[@Scubadog_]

@@dper1112 Probably don't want the moss, algae, dirt and other stuff coming off the deck into the water supply. Though you could have a clean water and plant water barrel on each respectively.

[@sociopathmercenary]

​​@@Scubadog_You just set up a vertical PVC pipe with a smallish hole in the bottom before the run to your collection tank. The PVC pipe captures the first several gallons of water that contains dirt, bird droppings, etc. The PVC pipe fills up and then the water starts moving in your collection tank. When it stops raining, the small hole in the bottom of the PVC pipe allows the dirty water to drain so that you're ready for the next rainfall. You can always filter that water if you need to drink it in an emergency but the primary use would be watering plants, flushing toilets, etc.

[@crystalroane4062]

Hoping Riley is feeling better, health and family are what matters most. I love watching all of your projects and how your land and lives are progressing. Keep up the good work!

[@davidruss7702]

On several past job site occasions where we built similar equipment areas we had roll up doors added in to the covered sides of the containers. Turns what was long tunnel type storage in the containers into several easy to access “rooms” in each of the 40 ft containers.

[@axion3979]

same thing where i work, but they just did a really long lean to style roof and put it across the whole span and containers

[@benwilson1979]

I’m in the planning stage of a container shop, this is a fantastic idea, which I am immediately incorporating into my build.

[@axion3979]

@@benwilson1979 keep in mind, containers are rather flimsy once their structure is compromised anywhere you cut in will require some good reinforcement

[@winnieRallycar]

Appreciate the pace of the video, no wasted time.

[@Vanwives]

UNREAL BUILD 👏

[@AmbitionStrikes]

We couldn't have done it (or had nearly as much fun) without your help!

[@exodeus7959]

Unreal timeframe. And cost. I grew up reading “The Boxcar Children” series books. Made me want to do projects like this. Very cool to see such a solid build.

[@akquicksilver]

I learned the hardway about predrilling for roofing screws. I didn't when I built my shop and I had several leaks. If you notice in the slowmo of Courtney installing a screw, the screw produces a "swarf" the protrudes from under the rubber gasket. When I discovered I had leaks, I examined the screws and found on the majority of the screws, that "swarf" was on the uphill side of the screw head, which of course provided a leak path. I have no idea why the would frequently end up on the uphill side, but they did. I went back and removed all the screws where I had leaks and knocked removed the pigtail "swarf" and installed new screws. If I ever install another metal roof, I will pre drill or go with a seamless roof style.

[@adamb2619]

Underrated comment!

[@compasscrafting1147]

Non-judging, informative, and provides the method of remediation. Appreciate it.

[@Tonisuperfly]

This is gold. Thank you.

[@floridagunrat1625]

They were always uphill because Murphy was a construction guy!!!

[@akquicksilver]

@@floridagunrat1625 Roger that. I worked with him for years!

[@wheels-n-tires1846]

I build exactly this setup as a workshop for my company. Only difference, the trusses sit right on and are bolted to angle iron welded to the container roof. Has worked fantastic.

[@stevehaken]

I recommend closing in the back to get more protection against old man winter. No cross wind to blow in snow!

[@jodycarter7308]

Plop down another container

[@briansimpson9371]

I think you forgot to mention that it would cost someone 15 grand easily just to have all that equipment on site doing the prep for a few days. Let's be real dude......

[@mattblack133]

Yep

[@samueldavis5895]

Just wanted to show off lol. 15k my ass

[@exposingthetruth3821]

You rented and ran a 30T excavator and only spent 15k? I want to rent it next then...

[@mpddiesel]

Lol. Same thought just crossed my mind when I watched this.

[@nevillewaite7308]

Can't wait to see you celebrate reaching one million subscribers 😊

[@Midcon77]

Glad to hear Riley's feeling better - I never knew he wasn't feeling well actually! You guys rock so definitely do whatever you need to do to get better, take care of Oliver, and then get us more content, in that order. We'll be here! :)

[@danielharsh7698]

I have loved watching you folks on your journey so far. I really want you to install a railing around your new deck.

[@mikeelmore3114]

This is the first video of your channel im seeing, and in the first minute im blown away by your past projects and current ambitions, oh to have what you have

[@therealblakegermaine]

Your miter saw looks just like my circular saw 😂😂

[@Pestsoutwest]

I had a cool idea for a cabin layout a lot like this. Picture three small buildings arranged in a U-shape, with a big outdoor area in the middle. Underneath everything, there's a sturdy concrete floor. Over the top, there's a roof covering everything. Inside the buildings, there are sliding glass doors that let you open up to the outside. And there's also a kitchen area with big sliding doors that can be opened wide or closed tight. So basically, you can easily switch between hanging out inside or outside, depending on the weather or your mood. It's like having the best of both worlds!

[@Valisk]

Skill, hard work and determination. Congrats on 500k!

[@grantnyenes3742]

Congratulations on reaching 500k. I love watching your show, can’t believe how far you’ve come in 2 years.. best wishes from across the pond 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿 🇬🇧

[@bc-guy852]

You guys are Rock Stars! Some wonderful ideas. Absolutely EPIC teamwork and resourcefulness! Mad Respect from BC Canada.

[@shuvlx]

This is the FURTHEST thing from DIY when all I need is millions of dollars in equipment.

[@GFYSR]

Lol maybe a $150k in machinery if purchased used from a reputable auction site or gov agency. Or rent, renting is always cheaper than owning in the short run. But if you have a construction company it makes sense to own if they are being regularly used.

[@FarmerFpv]

That is awesome! I have been looking for a new way to build a barn shop for my land. This is perfect!

[@jessel8833]

Very cool guys!! Looks amazing. What a neat project to have done together & with friends. Memories that will never be forgotten!!

[@Heysupdan]

Request update on shallow well! ❤ Went back and looked at the first, soooo exciting!!

[@613Builds]

Reminds me of one of my old designs. Looks good and definitely a good low cost. Good work

[@ArtDreamer-zo6vv]

He's probably not a millionaire. Just a guy with awesome building skills and no how, which is more valuable than millions in the bank. 😊

[@ResourcefulNomad]

Your site is an inspiration! Hope ‘24 is a great year.

[@tp942]

Great recap! Love watching most of your videos! Hoping Riley gets to feeling better, and looking forward to what 2024 holds for you guys!

[@itzjoeylo4501]

Ya’ll keep on making me want to watch more…. Much love from Oklahoma 🇺🇸

[@deborahpinkey1264]

"A bridge! Mountain bike jumps! Maybe even a TRAIN!" Oh MY! 😊👍😉🥰❤️

[@paurano]

A solid and multifunctional building built in record time and with maximum yield for minimal expense.👍

[@CraftyClusterfarg]

This motivated me so much we just bought two 40' containers. Pretty much going to do the same thing. Thanks for the awesome idea. Just subscribed.

[@longfinger]

I hope you're feeling great by now Riley! This building is beautiful!!

[@lorenmeyer5290]

Love watching and listening to you guy's! Love that barn!

[@williamsouthworth5275]

That's where you need the Solar Panels on south side of new shop roof!

[@grahameida7163]

Exactly my thoughts

[@wallykramer7566]

Riley seems to be speaking at warp factor 4 on this video! Awesome work on the container shop build! Great to see the _Vanwives_ again! They are so energetic!

[@blacklight4460]

That's a beautiful job you all did. Wish I had a Courtney! Nice helper crew is a big bonus. One more thing to add is a large capacity raingutter and downspouts on the deck side. Crown the gutter up 6" high in the middle and put a downspout on each end. You'll keep the deck a lot cleaner and you can easily clean the gutter from the deck every month or so.

[@gregpratt6926]

Thanks for the video we're in the process of starting a container barn with equipment storage also. The deck was a nice touch would never have thought of that addition . Nice job on your project keep up the great work.

[@theburtseoni]

Hey guys, spring is coming soon (we hope!) and perhaps better weather will perk you up Riley and shake what ever is holding you down. Little Oliver is looking really cute with his chubby little cheeks and great little smile. Courtney, you do an excellent job of getting the videos out to us, as well as being a great mom, machine operator and Riley manager!😊

[@brucebennett5759]

"Riley Manager" aka Chaos Coordinator!

[@donalddodson7365]

Thank you for this quick recap. So sorry you had health challenges, and pray you got good prognoses. All the best.

[@AmbitionStrikes]

Thank you Donald.

[@garyw4191]

You guys should make a natural swimming pond in a future project

[@thehazelnutspread]

I LOVE that Courtney and the other gals did so much work instead of just being eye candy. They are an inspiration to other women. I'm VERY impressed with what you both have accomplished. I hope my projects turn out as nice.

[@stuarthopwood7778]

500K so happy for you guys. Keep going, best wishes from South Africa

[@system1k]

You guys are having really tough times. Stay strong and don't let yourself get down

[@erikjlee1]

Lol I love watching trust fund babies with all their gear doing crazy cool stuff. I'm jealous.

[@TheRonskiman]

In the UK we have CT1 sealant, which is brilliant stuff, we even use it in the haulage industry, sticks pretty much anything to anything, and is very durable, would have sealed your windows frames perfectly.

[@anonymousdude6493]

It's nice to see you use fall protection and set a good example for others. People underestimate the potentially life altering/ending result of a fall.

[@MelissaMalzahn]

Congratulations on the 500k🎉🎉🎉. This build turned out incredible. ❤

[@JustinWilcott]

i think this might be the coolest container design I've ever seen. Very impressive!

[@samuelford]

Where is this place where they just let you build whatever you like with zero planning code ?

[@natashajones4909]

Idaho

[@samuelford]

@@natashajones4909 On my way

[@badideaman]

Lots of places in Alaska have no local codes, and the state doesn't have the resources to enforce their minimal regs. A good share of the rural area has no property taxation.

[@DarrenMalone253]

I’ve never done construction, but this was really enjoyable and you did a phenomenal video production of everything to the point. I understood much of it. Super impressed by your skills and ambition 🤙

[@ahorseman4ever1]

Deb and I will definitely keep Riley in our prayers. We hope he feels better soon. Good recap on the shop build. You shared perspective that we didn't see on the build video that I really liked. Like the window insight. I really like to make sure and leave comments to help the KZbin algorithm for you guys. Congratulations on 500k subscribers. I knew you could do it. 1 million is just around the corner.!

[@user-fv5yi9zl6m]

I’ve never done construction, but this was really enjoyable and you did a phenomenal video production of everything to the point. I understood much of it. Super impressed by your skills and ambition

[@paulcastaneda7972]

The non deck side of the roof could make a good place for a rainwater collection system.

[@blackout7615]

Sweet. I can do this too. I just need to buy a forested lot with plenty of trees. Get a sawmill. Purchase an excavator, skid steer, telehandler, a dump truck, a few more pieces of equipment and trailers. And then by the time I'm dead I'll probably have enough money saved to buy the shipping containers. I just need about 8 lifetimes to work and save to be able to get the other trivial purchases.

[@grantskelton1219]

Exactly. This is definitely not a standard person build. Totally unrealistic for the common person.

[@thefrub]

Amazing idea to add that roof deck! I see so many things out there built on hillsides with no way to take advantage of the view

[@michaellesueur5103]

Jason. Thank you so much for your negative comment. That will inspire us all. I can tell you are a born leader.

[@taurota1554]

Awesome and outstanding.Thanks for sharing and taking us along

[@derrickhyman872]

I love y’alls videos! Haven’t gotten notifications in a while. So, I went on a search and found your new projects! So many ideas of what I want to do! The container shop is on my TO-DO list!

[@johnstark4723]

Nice work. The only thing I'd suggest is a railing around that deck and closing off the gap between the upper roof and deck and on the other side too so wind isn't blowing rain and snow inside. I know the ends will be open but it would cut down on a lot of moisture inside there and it would look even better.

[@chrisstockwell9235]

Clear plexi seals it and allows light in.

[@ruaraidhmcdonald-walker9524]

Brilliant short overview. So much work!! Googly eyes make me spit my tea every time!

[@Wardcompound43]

“15,000” uses literally close to if not over one million dollars worth of equipment that would coast hundreds of thousands to rent

[@michaellesueur5103]

Always a negative responder among us. I guess they want to prove that either they know more than us or maybe we are stupid. Either way it exposes a very unhappy person.

[@Archaic_Youth]

@@michaellesueur5103dudes right though

[@100joshtowner]

@@michaellesueur5103no the title is just click bait😂 maybe that’s the problem? 9.999/10 people don’t have this laying around so it would make this so much more expensive for the rest of us😂

[@100joshtowner]

“More of a custom look”😂 it’s all custom because your doing it yourself!

[@Bad_fish_too]

I’m guessing you’ve never rented or purchased heavy equipment before.

[@jimcoplan9502]

Another complete build done.

[@dwylhq874]

Epic build! Can’t wait to see what you do with it! 😍

[@user-xs5yq2og3x]

You're making a difference in people's lives! 🌎

[@Comm0ut]

I hang welded shelving I fabbed to use torch bent round bar hooks to hang from the internal tiedown loops and have zero footprint so I can move machine tools, welders and carts beneath them. Super easy to fab and you get much stronger shelves than most commercial units. I fabbed simple upward-facing trays from angle then used flat bar crossmembers (dropped in place so I can move them if desired, no need to weld most of them) to further support the plywood surface. BTW Dow 418 auto glass urethane is magnificent sealant for container wall and door penetrations like air, electric cable and welding cable feedthroughs.

[@MBFModernHomesteading]

This is actually a sweet idea, we have seen someone do this in our province, NB, Canada. 😊

[@sarcasmo57]

Yup. Turned out looking pretty rad.

[@Jupiter-wj6sn]

Your compilation video was very well done. Thanks. Great work. BTW The shop looks amazing.

[@thomastonnessen8056]

Some metal panels come with a backer basically a piece of plastic corrugated to match the tin and allows to put the screw on the ridge lowering the chance of a leak even after the rubber washers all rot away all the water flows away from the screw so what little water got in dries so quick you don’t really get damage. But is makes it so much more expensive.

[@RonnieStanley-tc6vi]

A few years ago i built a 40' container cottage on a cattle ranch. It was a small bunk house for workers. I made the exact same mistake stitch welding the doors and window frames in. A few leaked and had to be resealed a year later. My only issue was in the winter it stayed very humid in there without constant dehumidification. The minisplit didnt do that while heating, only AC.

[@Billy-ye3ge]

Bro your reinforcements are on point!

[@robertkerby2581]

Absolutely Amazing Craftsmanship! Well done!

[@wesman7837]

That did turn out pretty awesome! Great job!

[@masterchief8855]

Love the windows in the containers

[@makesaveinccomm]

Good job, that's a lot of work. You can make that your living space, not just work shop. Very beautiful,

[@ablanccanvas]

So satisfying to watch! Thank you. 👍🏽🌟👍🏽

[@arrisangeloaquilino1513]

I just got my containers delivered from Wuwi Shipping Container yesterday. I am planning to make a two-story container house i thought it would be expensive and surprisingly Wuwi Shipping Container sells cheap containers i got my 40ft Container for 1800 each and i even paid it upon delivery. I am from Texas by the way.

[@danw3113]

Outstanding video! Thank you and good luck!

[@rayjay1901]

Great build and vid! Loved how it was both informative and quick, and that's the recipe for any online vid! Thanks!

[@ThePropertyProject]

I’ve got two containers, I need to do this, holy cow awesome.

[@wyomingcreations8824]

in 2014 - 10 years ago I set out to learn how to fabricate in 3d with blender - I use photoshop and 3d blender to create previews of all kinds of fabrication projects out of metal and wood. I model in actual size in blender and can take a picture with blenders ortho camera put that picture over to my 42" printer and have 1/64" accuracy. So I make cut files for projects but also make actual size plans. Welders love to work from my plans. Your having a blast ! If you ever want someone to take interest in one of your projects let me know ! I had the same vision of those containers for my back yard. Thanks for the cool video. Id like to share some of my picture tool projects on here at some point.

[@elwoodlindquist9324]

Awesome video great recap. Show you are great at thinking things out congratulations. Keep up the great work

[@thomasfleming2593]

Great project design, rugged construction, job well done.

[@johnhumphries4632]

Awesome build. I really enjoy all your projects.

[@BIGSQTCH]

In Australia 🇦🇺 we use tin or "sheet metal" for our roofs mostly & the roof screws go in the high bits here rather then the flat, to help stop water leaks ect as flat is where the bulk of the rain will go

[@chandrasutton4669]

Excellent work, guys!!!😊🎉❤

[@lossharko6675]

Really good Video. This looks like a dream to me, have some land and build what ever you want. I wish you all the best! Best regards from Germany 🇩🇪

[@codyjilek3681]

Turned out awesome!

[@davideggleston4793]

Always interesting how many videos can come from one recording. But I did catch the train teaser.

[@CaptZenPetabyte]

I would *seriously* live in this, no problem at all ... wonderful!

[@dmwi1549]

Great recap that addresses many of the comments-including mine. Hoping 2024 is and ambitious and HEALTHY year for you!

[@user-pc1rl8bt3o]

❤ Americans are simple people and very workaholic.

[@1944chevytruck]

LOOKS AWESOME!

[@XxXxXxXxXxXxXxXxXXxXxxccx]

Y’all are living in my dream compound. I would so love you to come and build Dutch stuff for me.

[@liberTvalance]

Dam that looks good. My nephew is doing the same thing and I'm going to send this to him.

[@johnhamilton9229]

Nice recap👍

[@YouMadWildForThatTho]

Wow, god bless ya'll and your family I love this!

[@s.m.aggies7220]

very proud of your work and being out in the deep forest I would have enjoyed that many years ago. :)