What You Need To Know Before Purchasing a Steel Structure

Choosing Your Site

Our buildings can be installed on a variety of surfaces including concrete, asphalt, gravel, or ground. The site must be level within 3 inches all around.

Determining the Size of Your Building

Determining the Length

The minimum building lengths:

Average car or small pickup: 20’ (the average sedan is 17 ft. long)
Full-size pickup, SUV, or van: 24’
- Remember: you will need space to get out of your vehicle and walk around it
For storage: add at least 4’ to store small things like bicycles or tools
For a workbench and work area: add about 10’
For storage of larger items like mowers or ATVs, consider 30’ or longer

Determining the Width

The minimum width of a 2-car garage should be 20’ x 20’, but to allow extra space getting in and out of the vehicle a 24’ x 24’ is recommended
- Also, keep in mind an extra foot of width on your garage doors can make a big difference when using your mirrors to back out
The average width of a car is around 6 ft; you need space to open the doors and get in and out
Don’t forget to allow needed space for storage and shelving. There are 2 factors in choosing the right size garage for you:

1. The size of the vehicle(s) you plan to park inside it
2. How much extra storage and work space do you need? Take the time to measure your vehicles and plan how you will use your new garage. Add additional space for storage and shelving.

Permitting

Purchasing Process Summary

Step 1- We will help you design a building that meets all your needs and fits your setting.

Step 2- A 3D Model of the building will be provided to you along with all the building details.

Step 3- Your account manager will help you find the best financing option tailored to your specific needs.

Step 4- You will receive your work order and sign the required documents.

Step 5- Your down payment will be collected.

Step 6- Your order will be sent to the manufacturer for processing.

Step 7- The manufacturer will contact you to confirm your order.

Step 8 - Once you confirm your site is ready, you will be added to the installation schedule.

Step 8- We will follow up after your building is installed to ensure your satisfaction.

All Vertical Siding

Horizontal Siding

Commercial Framing

Building Details

Anchoring Options

Mobile Home Anchor or
Earth Auger Anchor
30” Long
Double Helical Design
Used when installing on the
ground, gravel, etc.

Asphalt Anchor

30” Long
4 Fin Design
Used for asphalt installations

Concrete Anchor
6” Long
Used in concrete installations

Roof Styles

Regular Style

Most economical
Panels run horizontally
Trusses are bent to form this original style of roof
Cannot be used on buildings over 31’
Not recommended for snow

Horizontal Style

Traditional A-frame style
Panels run horizontally
Requires less framing
Cannot be used on buildings over 31’
Not recommended for snow

Vertical Style

Strongest roof available
Panels run vertically
Reinforced with hat channels
Allows for better run off of debris, snow, and rain
Used in areas where snow accumulates

Framing

14-gauge framing

Standard
More economical
Limited Warranty

12-gauge framing

Heavy-duty
Additional cost
Better Warranty

Service Area

We service the following states: Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, California, Colorado, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Nevada, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, North Carolina, Ohio, Oklahoma, Oregon, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia, and Wisconsin.

We strive to provide our guests with accurate information. Considering our service area is constantly growing and changing, please note that this map is not a representation of all actual service areas. If you have questions about the most current service areas, please speak with a Representative.