Month: June 2018

Another Garage Successfully Installed!

Whether in the city or the country, American Carports will deliver your building wherever you need it. We count on our well-trained installers to bring your metal building right to your home.

 

We have a variety of designs for you to choose from, but that doesn’t mean you can’t start your own project from scratch. If you have something in mind but need help visualizing it, our experts can draw a sketch to give you a clearer vision of your project.

 

Check out this 20’W x 26’L x 9’H metal garage:

 

 A-Frame Vertical Roof

 Horizontal Sides & Ends

 2 – 9′ x 7′ Roll-Up Doors (on the side)

 Walk-In Door (on the side)

 Concrete Anchors (90-Mph Wind Warranty)

 

 

*Disclaimer: interior designs may vary by state or region. Buildings may require additional trusses to meet local codes.

 

This garage was installed on a concrete slab provided by the customer. American Carports does not provide concrete work, and your land must be level for the installation. Please verify your county’s requirements before purchasing your metal building.

 

Give us a call! Ask to speak with a sales representative. We also offer online chat for any questions you have. Don’t forget to visit our blogs page for more metal buildings and valuable information. And remember to ask our sales representative about our financing options.

 

*Disclaimer: Prices are subject to change at any time without notice. Please contact our sales department for our latest prices.*

Mini-Storages: What You Need to Know

Whether you need a small storage room for your belongings or simply think that mini-storages are adorable, they’re a great addition to your property. And when it comes to protection, they offer the best—just like one of our steel buildings, but in a reduced size.

 

If you’re interested in acquiring a mini-storage unit, there is certain important information for you to consider:

 

 Mini-storage units come as a kit.

 The base price includes the fully enclosed building with a framed finished floor made of ¾” pressure-treated wood. It also comes with a walk-in door or 6’ x 6’ roll-up door, depending on the size of the mini-storage.

 No mini-storage unit can exceed 7’ in height.

 The sizes on the flyer are the only sizes of mini-storage we offer. If you’re looking for something longer, wider, or taller, then it must be priced out of the regular flyers.

 We have different options for you to customize your mini-storage, such as windows, porches with railings, gable ends, etc.

 Mini-storage units are priced as 14-gauge, but they can always be upgraded to 12-gauge for an additional cost.

 Plans and calculations are available at an additional charge. Generics are not available.

 

Have questions? Speak with one of representatives for more information. Remember that we can always provide you with a FREE quote.

Simple Metal Storage Building

Simple can be enough to protect your valuable belongings.

 

At American Carports, even the most common and simple designs are good enough to protect your belongings and add value to your property. When it comes to metal steel buildings, most of our customers want to customize. However, it doesn’t always have to be about customizing your entire building; in fact, we’ve seen a lot of customers opt for simple metal garages with one door or just a carport.

 

If you know what you’re looking for in your metal building and have the dimensions you want, then you’ve come to the right place. Take a look at this 20’W x 26’L x 10’H metal building:

 

• 10’x8′ Roll-Up Door

• 36″x80″ Walk-In Door

 

 

That’s what we refer to as a simple building, since it only comes with a single garage door, a walk-in door, and our A-Frame Horizontal roof (boxed eave). With 12 different colors to choose from at no additional charge, you can add your own personal touch. Remember that you can choose different colors for the roof, the side walls, and the trim if you’d like.

 

Give us a call and ask to speak with a sales representative. Our experts will answer any questions or concerns you might have about our buildings before placing your order. Remember to ask about our financing options. Also, don’t forget to follow us on Instagram.

Colonial/Wainscot Style for your Metal Building

Do you like to be colorful? Would you like your carport to have a residential look with additional colors? Then let American Carports do the trick for you.

 

Did you know that you can have two colors on your horizontal siding carport at no additional charge? Many of our customers have chosen to go with this specific style called colonial or wainscot style. Choosing to go with contrasting or complimentary colors on your structure makes the building look unique while adding your own personal touch, and with thirteen (13) different colors for you to mix and match, you can easily make your vision into a reality.

 

*Note: We also offer colonial/wainscot on vertical buildings. However, there will be additional fees depending on the size of the end and the sides.

 

Wonder how a multi-color metal building looks like? Here are a few examples from customers just like you, giving you a little taste of what we can do to your metal building:

 

 

Beautiful, isn’t it? With a very relevant style, and all customization.

 

We’re here to help, if you have any questions feel free to give us a call, one of our team members will be more than happy to assist you. Don’t forget to visit our features for more information. Our main goal is to meet your expectations and give you the most pleasant experience when purchasing a metal carport.

 

Need more ideas? Check out our Blog section for new buildings every week from real customers. Give us a call if you have any questions.

Fully Vertical Triple Wide Unit

A simple way to keeping it simple. American Carports offers a variety of garage styles, not to mention that we can customize our buildings according to our customers’ needs. We also offer the simplest garage buildings which are engineered certified and they’re built to last for a really long time.

 

Take an example of this 30’W x 31’L x 8’H fully vertical garage with the following features:

 

• 12 gauge (20 yr warranty)

• A-Frame vertical

• Vertical sides

• 9’x7′ roll-up door

• 36”x80” Walk-in door

• Fully Insulated (R-Value 16)

• 90 mph wind warranty

 

When it comes to our garages, we are open for ideas and requirements. We also like to keep things simple in order to provide an easier choice with the same strength and durability that American Carports offers. Please feel free to give us a call and we’ll be happy to give you a free quote.

Pre-Fabricated Buildings

Steel comes with a handful of benefits in comparison with other elements. The time a unit takes to construct may take longer than wished for but we simplified the process with our pre-fabricated buildings.

 

What does this mean?

 

This simply means your unit is drilled and welded at our factory. The components are then carefully loaded onto the trucks and sent off to your chosen construction site.

 

Read below to see the benefits of pre-manufactured buildings:

 

Prices are discussed with you before installation. You will not have sudden price increase for the installation. This is because we provide you with a free estimate and installation.

 

Installation may take hours or a couple of days. Whatever the time frame, both you and us, save ourselves the long hassle of erection period by a huge percentage.

 

When the buildings are fabricated in the factory, scraps and other leftover material is kept for recycling. It would create a bigger mess if it were constructed on-site.

 

Safety is first. Potential hazards are eliminated when the labor is done at our plant. Workers won’t be working in extreme weather for longer periods of time.

 

Unpredictable weather is always a likely circumstance, we know this. The likelihood, however, is immensely decreased when you order from a company with pre-fabricated buildings like us.

 

But what makes us different from the others?

 

Our pre-fabricated buildings are Engineer-Certified to meet your state codes. We stand behind our product and provide you with the best customer service.

 

 

We also provide generic plans on most standard buildings at no extra charge. Additionally, our 360° roof bracing and wind warranty packages guarantee you with a long-lasting durable carport.

 

 

We like to keep things simple, and want you to have a smooth process when purchasing from us. That’s why we provide you with as much opportunities as we can.

 

 

Give us a call. We would love to hear from you.

 

Standard Carport W/ a Lean-to

Simple carports can transform into something customized!

 

Metal steel carports have been in the industry for many years, offering great protection for your belongings. That’s why American Carports is here to back you up! With over 20 years of experience, we know exactly how to install a strong and steady carport.

 

Customizing your metal carport is another key service that our company offers. Our experts can give you recommendations on certain sizes or dimensions. If you have an idea or a rough sketch of your dream building, let us help you bring it to life! It is important for us to build your unit according to your needs, whether you want a lean-to for storing extra equipment or additional shade, like in the building below:

 

Main Unit: 

 

• 26’W x 41’L x 12’H

• 12-Gauge galvanize Tubing

• Standard Roof

• Horizontal Gable End (back end)

• 12’W x 41’L x 11’/10’H Lean-To

• Concrete Anchors (90-Mph Wind Warranty)

 

 

The outcome of this customization was very beautiful! Our customer’s idea turned out to look incredible, especially since the metal carport is near the shore.

 

You can customize your unit, too! Give us a call and ask to speak with one of our sales representatives. They will go over your ideas until we can build you the perfect building. Whether your carport is custom or non-custom, we will explain the process to you in easy steps. Remember that we can provide a free sketch on how your unit will look if you need visual representation. Also, don’t forget to ask about our financing options, or click here for more information.

 

*Disclaimer: Prices are subject to change at any time without notice. Please contact our sales department for our latest prices.*

The Four Types of Doors We Offer

American Steel Carports, Inc. has come a long way since the beginning; we now know that details are very important. From color options to reinforcement and illumination features, we strive to always satisfy your needs. Thanks to this, you now have the opportunity to decide what kind of door you want. Not only does this give your unit more flexibility, it will enhance the overall look of your carport.

 

Since our customers have a multitude of door options to choose from, you will need to give us more information, from the color to the type and size. If you find yourself with a handful of questions, continue reading ‒ and remember that we’re here to help.

 

The four types of doors we offer are:

 

• Walk-In

• Heavy Duty Walk-In

• Overhead

• Roll-Up

 

Standard Walk-In & Heavy-Duty Walk-In

 

Convenient and lightweight, these economical 20-gauge doors are essential for those who are looking for an “easy come, easy go” option. Choose from a 36” x 72”, 36” x 80”, or double 72” x 72” door. Though these doors are basic, they deliver more than you bargained for, especially if you upgrade to our heavy duty walk-in. There is no threshold located at the bottom of these doors, making it easy for those who use wheelchairs to enter and exit the building. We offer two sizes: 36” wide by 84” tall and 48” wide by 84” tall. Apart from the different frames, they are reversible and insulated. If extra security and additional strength are what you’re looking for, consider investing in our Heavy Duty Walk-In door.

 

Remember:

 

There is a $75 fee for installing doors on vertical sides.

There is no extra cost for doors installed on horizontal sides.

Heavy Duty Walk-In doors must be installed on concrete foundations.

 

Overhead

 

Our Overhead doors, also known as Sectional doors, are ideal for those who want to add a residential look to their building. Choose from our standard option, which doesn’t come insulated or with windows, or upgrade to glass windows and insulation. We also offer embossed panel designs: colonial and ranch. Select from white, almond, taupe, and brown color options. Our Overhead doors are larger than our mobile doors, but are easy to open. What makes them different from a Roll-Up door? A Roll-Up door uses a chain to roll up, whereas an Overhead wraps up in sections, like a garage door.

 

Roll-Up

 

Not looking to spend much on a large door? Although they serve the same purpose as Overhead doors, these are great for those who want something economical and simple.

 

We offer 3 types of Roll-Ups:

Model 650 Mini

Model 2000 Commercial

Model 2500 Commercial

 

Keep in mind that our 6’ x 7’ to 10’ x 10’ sizes are considered mini. Anything above 10’ x 10’ comes with a chain hoist. There is also no outside latch on Roll-Up doors, meaning a Walk-In door is required to open the Roll-Up from the inside.

 

On top of this information, do you know that you can change the color of your roll-up doors for an additional price? Click here to look at all of the colors we have available to give your building that special touch.

 

Now that you know about the four different types of doors we offer, you can see that there are many different ways for you to customize your metal building. Remember, we’re here to meet your needs and specifications. Give us a call now for a quick quote and let one of our experts help you build that metal building of your dreams!

What Are My Steel Roof Options?

Are you considering a steel garage or steel carport? If so, the first thing you will need to think about is how you will be using your unit. The next step, figure out what roof option you need.

 

 

The roof of your steel unit is very important as it will be what protects your belongings. Your steel roof choice can also depict the look of your steel unit, too.

 

 

At American Carports, we have two roofing options available to choose from. 

 

 

A-Frame Vertical Steel Roof

The A-frame vertical roof design is quite popular amongst customers because it is not only sturdy but also cost effective. With this type of roof, the roof sheeting runs vertically in length helping snow and other elements slide off easily.

 

 

A-Frame Horizontal Steel Roof

Although the A-Frame horizontal roof design looks very similar to the vertical design, the sheets are instead placed horizontally. The A-frame shape still helps the horizontal roof disperse snow fairly well. However, A-frame horizontal roofs are more commonly seen in places that don’t get very much snow.

 

 

Other Additional Features Available

Along with your roof style, you have other features that will help make your steel unit truly yours.

 

 

Extra Trusses

If you are someone that lives in a place that sees heavy snowfall, it is wise to think about adding extra trusses. The trusses help to create an even sturdier support for your metal roof.

 

 

Larger Braces

Just as trusses help make your roof stronger, larger braces help increase the strength of the actual steel structure.

 

 

45-degree Angles

To give your steel unit a unique look, 45-degree angles sheeting can be installed on the front corners of any A-frame unit design.

 

 

Skylights

Skylights look amazing when added to a steel unit. They are available in different sizes but are also only installed on vertical roofs.

 

 

Steel Carport or Unit from American Carports Inc.

Do you have a design for a steel unit in mind? American Carports is here to make your design come to life!

 

 

Our professional engineers are here to create the custom steel carport or building that is perfect for you and your needs. And, as an added bonus… delivery and installation are free!

 

 

To get a free estimate on your custom carport, contact American Carports today.