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Buying a tiny home comes with a few issues for instance the container homes advertised pricing on Amazon and other platforms are Completely false so let me take a moment to tell you the real cost.

Purchase the model from China for Between 5 and 800 Thousand Dollars.

Shipping around $10600.

Taxes Between $1500 to $2300. 

From port to home Approx. $3000

Crane hire $1500 to $2500

Setting fees and permits to include Drainage, Foundation, Plumbing, and Electrical around $10000 to $30000.

So anyone trying to sell you a tiny home for $8000.00 is Probably not going to deliver it and keep the monies paid.    

WITH US YOU HAVE A CHOICE, PURCHASE IT DIRECTLY FROM US AT AN HONEST PRICE, ALTERNATIVELY ASK US TO INSTALL IT FOR YOU.

The owners and staff of Tiny Homes USA has been serving the community for over 25 years, delivering exceptional results for every project we take on. Our team of experienced home builders is dedicated to ensuring that every home we build is not just beautiful, but also functional and practical for everyday living. We take pride in our attention to detail and commitment to quality craftsmanship, ensuring that your home is built to last. From the initial consultation to final inspection, we work closely with our clients to ensure that we meet their unique needs and exceed their expectations. 

A tiny house is generally 100 to 800 square feet. A tiny house can sit on a foundation or on a trailer. Some tiny houses are equipped with full kitchens and plumbing, while others are designed to live off-grid with composting toilets.

Tiny homes have gained popularity as an affordable and eco-friendly housing option over the past decade.

However, many towns, counties, and states have zoning laws or building codes that require houses to have a minimum square footage. Tiny houses on wheels may be categorized as RVs unsuitable for year-round living. 

A: Absolutely! We deliver Tiny Houses nationwide. It’s typically around $1.50-$2.00 per mile depending on certain details like size, weight, and cost of details.  Our ports are located in San Diego California, Mobile Alabama,  Galveston Texas,  Tampa Florida and Virginia.  To calculate what shipping costs might look like for you, see how many miles your prospective tiny house location is from the port, and multiply it by $1.50 and $2.00 to give yourself an estimated range.

A: With our company, it just starts with a phone call. We ask you routine questions about the Tiny House you’re wanting in order to give you a rough estimate of price and build time. Then if those details sound okay with you, we start planning and designing your Tiny Home. We provide you pictures  throughout the entire build process and maintain constant communication.

A: We offer sustainably built Tiny Houses and eco-friendly, non-toxic, no VOC material options along with off-grid power capability to reduce your environmental impact to be more independent and off-grid! Tiny houses are small spaces, and concerns like off gassing, EMFs and other VOCs are a legitimate concern, and we specialize in reducing or eliminating those issues

A: No, we are able to rebuild one of our pre-existing designs for you. This typically means a shorter build time since we don’t have to design any new plans, but small customizations can still be made if you decide to go this route.

A: We want you to live in the Tiny Home of your dreams. We work with you to figure out exactly what you want, and create tiny house building plans that are engineered to be exactly what you want. If you can dream it, we can build it.

A: It depends on the level of design, construction and features. Our Tiny Homes range from $50,000-$150,000.

A: Tiny House financing is available! Your existing credit union relationship might be the best option. Personal credit unions typically have more flexibility than banks due to being governed by different rules.

A: No, but we do recommend having at least one loft. Space and storage is very important in a Tiny House, so while you may not sleep in the loft, it could prove useful for storing things you don’t always need direct access to! If you were looking for a main level sleeping area, we can make that happen for you.

A: Yes, absolutely! A safety measure can be placed for any concern a parent may have. We can create tiny house plans designed with your family in mind. If you’d like more information about child-proofing a Tiny House, give us a call anytime.

A: There are several components required to live completely off-grid: solar power, propane, water purification, and an off-grid compatible toilet. Having solar power is important as you don’t need to be hooked up anywhere to power your appliances. Either using a portable solar generator or having solar panels installed on the roof of your Tiny Home would work. Propane is an essential for powering other appliances such as a stove range, refrigerator, washing machine, and heaters. A water purification system and holding tank is necessary for drinking water, cooking water, and shower water. For the toilet, there are different options compatible with off-grid living: incinerator toilets, compost toilets, or an RV-style toilet paired with an on-board sewage system. These four features enable you to live almost completely off-grid. Only thing missing is being able to grow or hunt your own food!

A: It depends on where you decide to park your home. If you’re parked somewhere with accessible water connection, you’re able to hook the water right up to the water connection in your THOW. If you’re parked somewhere off-grid, you’ll have to fashion something as a water collection and purification system. It works similarly for electricity. Like an RV, you’d plug into a standard RV-style outlet. If you’re off-grid, you’d need a solar power system or generator to get you up and running.

Affordability

One of the primary attractions of tiny homes is affordability. Compared to traditional housing, tiny homes cost less to build or purchase, require fewer materials and resources, and have lower maintenance and utility expenses. These savings can enable homeowners to reduce debt, save for other investments, or achieve financial independence sooner.

Sustainability

Tiny homes are celebrated for their minimal environmental footprint. With smaller footprints and often built with eco-friendly materials and energy-efficient systems, tiny homes reduce energy consumption, lower carbon emissions, and overall boost sustainability. Many fans of tiny living prioritize sustainability as a core value of their lifestyle.

Simplicity

Living in a tiny home encourages a simplified lifestyle – eliminating clutter, prioritizing experiences over material possessions, and focusing on what truly matters. This minimalist approach fosters greater mindfulness, reduces stress, and promotes personal well-being by reducing the excesses often associated with larger homes.

Of course, the most obvious challenge of tiny home living is the limited space available. Adapting to a smaller living area requires careful planning and organization to maximize functionality and comfort. Individuals or families accustomed to larger homes may find it hard to downsize possessions and adjust to a more compact living environment.

You may be surprised to find that tiny homes face regulatory challenges from zoning laws, building codes, and local ordinances. Many jurisdictions have minimum size requirements for residential structures and restrictions on where tiny homes can be located, which can complicate the process of making a tiny home your legal primary residence.

Connecting to utilities such as water, sewage, and electricity can pose logistical challenges for tiny home dwellers, especially those living off-grid or in rural areas. It’s smart to explore  sustainable solutions like composting toilets, rainwater harvesting systems, and solar power to reduce reliance on traditional infrastructure. It takes careful planning and investment to find the right systems for your tiny home.

Tiny home living can have an influence on your social interactions and community engagement. While some individuals appreciate the sense of community and camaraderie within the tiny house movement, others may experience isolation or find it difficult to venture into more established neighborhoods where larger homes are the norm.

Families considering tiny home living must carefully assess whether the space can accommodate their needs and lifestyles. Factors such as privacy, personal space for children, and storage for belongings require thoughtful consideration to ensure that the tiny living arrangement supports family harmony and well-being.

Talking with people who have experienced tiny home living sheds light on the challenges encountered and innovative solutions developed by tiny home enthusiasts. From creative storage solutions to navigating legal hurdles, these stories illustrate the resilience and determination required to successfully transition to and sustain a tiny home lifestyle.

On the other hand, the real-life experiences of tiny home owners also provides the most valuable insights into its practical realities and rewards. Personal stories often highlight the creativity, resourcefulness, and sense of fulfillment that come with simplifying life and living more intentionally in a tiny home.

One couple’s school bus conversion served as their tiny home on wheels for 3 years. With creative storage bins built into the frame of the bus, they brought all their grills, chairs, tents, golf clubs, and luggage long for the adventure. A chef-designed kitchen ensured that they did not depend on fast food during their trips. Their living room was made to perform many duties –  main living area, guest bedroom, movie watching area, dining area and work area.