Freight containers are used for transporting goods from one place to another. They are also known as intermodal transport units and are loaded on to ships, planes and trucks for transportation purposes. They are very useful if you need to move to some new place and need an effective storage and transportation medium for all your moving needs. You can get them in different sizes and materials depending on your personal requirements. Today even container homes are on the rise as many see them as an ideal alternative option for making an inexpensive and convenient home. You can use one or several containers to make your home. Once you hire a builder and get windows, doors and proper insulation done, all that is left is the decoration. The modular structure of these containers make them perfect for creating and implementing new design ideas. Some of the world’s most unique homes can be built using these containers. Low cost, high strength, modification flexibility and easy installation make them a great alternative to traditional homes.