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Chongqing Container House Construction

Admin September 15, 2026

The construction of container houses in Chongqing mainly involves design, production, installation, and supporting services. It is necessary to select the type and focus on core elements according to project requirements.

I. Types of Container Houses and Applicable Scenarios

  1. Standard Container Type
    Using 20-foot and 40-foot standard containers as carriers, they are structurally reinforced and internally renovated to form independent office or living units. The advantages are sturdy structure and convenient transportation, suitable for scenarios such as construction site project departments and temporary command centers. For example, Chongqing Zhongke Container Co., Ltd. provides such products for infrastructure construction sites, supporting the use of a single container or the expansion of space by splicing multiple containers.

  2. Customized Expandable Type
    Side or end expansion cabins are added to the container, and the usable area can be increased by 30%-50% after expansion. It is suitable for long-term on-site office work. For example, Chongqing Jiayu Smart Construction Technology designed an integrated office building for a state-owned enterprise procurement project through the combination of 40 containers, achieving integrated functions of office, canteen, and dormitory.

  3. Creative Combination Type
    Combining elements such as glass curtain walls and irregular structures, it is used for brand display, cultural and tourism projects, and other scenarios. For example, the Aegean Container Commercial Block in Yubei District uses a combination of 6-meter containers to enhance visual appeal through large-area glass surfaces and color matching designs.

II. Core Elements of Construction

  1. Materials and Specifications

    • Materials: Mainly weathering steel and fire-resistant rock wool boards to ensure waterproof, rust-proof, and fire-resistant properties.
    • Dimensions: The standard container body is 3m×6m with a floor height of 2.6m-2.8m, and customized dimensions are supported to meet special needs.
    • Modular Design: Supports rapid assembly and disassembly. For example, in the Minxing Jiayuan Youth Environmental Protection Experience Center project, Jiayu Zhizao assembled containers on-site with lengths of 6 meters to 9 meters, and the total construction period was only 1 month.
  2. Installation Process

    • Foundation Treatment: The ground needs to be leveled and a moisture-proof layer laid to ensure the stability of the container.
    • Splicing and Fixing: Bolt connections or welding methods are used to combine container bodies, and side guide rails need to be installed for expandable types.
    • Internal Renovation: Includes water and electricity wiring, insulation layer laying, wall decoration, etc. Le'anju Container provides rental services for supporting equipment such as air conditioners and iron beds.
  3. Cost and Cycle

    • Cost: The daily rental can be as low as a few yuan, and the purchase price varies according to the configuration (for example, the unit price of container houses on construction sites in Chongqing is approximately 95 yuan to 475 yuan).
    • Cycle: Modular construction can shorten the on-site cycle by 30%-50%. For example, the Jiulongpo District Public Service Supporting Facilities Project requires the production and installation of containers to be completed within 20 calendar days.

III. Selection of Local Suppliers in Chongqing

  1. Comprehensive Service Providers: Such as Chongqing Zhongke Container Co., Ltd., which provides one-stop services of design, production, and installation, covering multiple scenarios such as residential houses, commercial blocks, and scenic area management houses.
  2. Customized Manufacturers: Jiayu Smart Construction Technology focuses on personalized needs and achieves structural stability and visual innovation through environmentally friendly materials and mechanical design.
  3. Rental Platform: Le'anju Container Rental Co., Ltd. supports the recycling of second-hand containers and short-term rental, suitable for cost-sensitive projects.