Skid house vs. bunkhouse vs. crew unit: what's the difference?

2026-08-14 · oilfield · buying guide

Oilfield buyers use these words interchangeably. They are not quite the same.

Term	What it usually means	Moves by
Skid house	Unit built on steel skids	Winch truck / gin pole
Bunkhouse	Multi-room unit for workers, often with shared bath	Chassis or skids
Crew unit	16×76-type unit, 4–7 private rooms with baths	Chassis, like a manufactured home
Sleeper	Crew unit with no kitchen	Chassis

For crews staying more than a few weeks, private rooms with private baths are now the norm. See floor plans and oilfield housing.

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