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24’ x 46’ x 12’ Steel Workshop

Posted on December 13, 2018 by - A-Frame Horizontal, ACI, Blog, Buildings, Custom, Steel Structures

Steel can be the best type of material to go with if you’re trying to build a metal workshop to secure all of your toys. Steel is resistant, versatile, strong, and, most importantly, affordable. When you combine these 4 factors, you get a steel building that will stand sturdy against anything Mother Nature throws at it. When you choose American Carports, you’re choosing an engineer-certified structure—and with 20 years of experience in this field, we know how to make our buildings last for a really long time.

All of our steel buildings can be used for different purposes. We can shape the size and style according to what you’re looking for. Take a look at this multipurpose 24’W x 46’L x 12’H steel building used as a workshop:

  • A-Frame Horizontal Roof
  • 14-Guage Galvanized Tubing
  • Horizontal Sides & Ends
  • Walk-In Door
  • 2 – Windows
  • 3 – 10’x10’ Roll-Up Doors (2 on the side)

You can store all of your valuable toys in a building like this to keep them safe from the natural elements. Please be aware that American Carports does not offer any concrete services; all we provide is the delivery and installation of the steel building.

Like what you see? Give us a call and ask to speak with one of our sales representatives for pricing on this steel workshop. Remember that we can customize any metal building you see according to your needs. And with over 13 different colors to choose from, you can add your own personal touch! Want to see our buildings in person? Ask for your local dealer! Don’t forget to ask about our financing options as well.

Generic vs. Specific Plans & Calculations:

Posted on December 11, 2018 by - ACI, Blog, Informative, Lifestyle, Steel Structures

So you’ve decided on the perfect carport/metal building and you’re ready to place an order. What should you do next? American Steel Carports recommends that ALL customers or future customers get familiar with their city codes. You wouldn’t want to install a building only to have it tagged for noncompliance or for not pulling a permit. Although not all cities and counties require permitting, you should always check to be 100% sure that your building will be allowed. Sometimes the requirements are simple (being a certain distance from a fence or a certain size). Some permitting could require you to meet wind or snow loads, though.

 

The following will explain the types of plans/drawings that some counties or cities might require before installation:

 

  • Generic Plans are available for certain areas and certain sizes of buildings (ask your sales rep. to see if your building qualifies) at no additional cost. Generic plans are specific to width size only and will not state the name or address of the installation. These plans can be requested after the order is placed and take 7-10 business days to be sent out AFTER the order is received.
  • Site-Specific Plans are made per order at an additional cost. These plans include the name and address of installation for your future building as well as snow and wind requirements and info on how the material is installed and its construction elements. Specific plans must be paid for when the order is placed. They take between 10-14 business days to be sent out AFTER the order is received. Specific plans can be requested (but are not always required) with our Calculations, which also come at an additional cost. Calculations include the stress and strains or forces and displacements of your metal structure. Specific plans can be requested on their own, but Calculations can only be requested as an addition to Specific Plans.

 

Make sure you ask for or purchase the correct set when placing your order.

12’ x 21’ x 8’ Storage Unit

Posted on December 10, 2018 by - A-Frame Vertical, ACI, Blog, Steel Structures, Workshop

Limited in space? Want a small unit to protect your garden tools? Maybe one that will store your basic tools and keep them safe from the natural elements? No worries! American Steel Carports is here to provide you with high quality and sturdy metal buildings that are built to last for a really long time! With 20 years in business, we know how to deliver a smooth customer experience!

We offer a wide variety of designs and building styles for you to choose from, ranging from mini-storages to wide warehouses. As we previously mentioned, if you’re limited on space in your property, we can find you the perfect metal building despite that. You could be thinking that a mini-storage would be perfect for your needs; as a matter of fact, you might be right! The only downside of our mini-storages is that they can only go as tall as 7’. So, what happens if you need something taller than 7’? Take a look at this 12’W x 21’L x 8’H storage unit:

  • 12-Guage Galvanized Tubing
  • A-Frame Vertical Roof
  • 9′ x 7′ Roll-Up Door
  • Walk-In Door

If this is something that you might be interested in getting for your property, feel free to give us a call at (866) 730-9865 to speak with one of our representatives for pricing. Remember that all of our metal buildings are custom made – so you’re more than welcome to base your own ideas off of this unit and change the color choice or even the dimensions to satisfy your needs! Call us now and get a FREE personalized quote today! And don’t forget to ask about our rent-to-own and other financing options!

18’ x 21’ x 8’ Storage Unit

Posted on December 5, 2018 by - ACI, Blog, Buildings, Garage, Steel Structures

Are you limited in space? Do you want to keep your garden tools safe? Need an affordable storage unit? If the answer is yes to any or all of these questions, you’ve come to the right place! American Carports offers long-lasting metal structures that will keep all your belongings protected at all times from the weather and other natural elements.

The sizes of our metal structures range from 12’ in width up to 60’. So, if you’re limited in space, we can definitely work with something small that will fit your needs. Maybe you’re looking for a simple storage unit to keep your garden tools and even small tractor safe from the rain, dust, sunlight, and/or snow. Perhaps you just want to store your vehicle. No matter what scenario best describes your situation, American Carports is here to meet your needs and expectations.

Take a look at this 18’W x 21’L x 8’H storage unit:

  • 12 Gauge Galvanized Tubing
  • A-Frame Vertical Roof
  • 9′ x 7′ Roll-Up Door
  • 36″ x 80″ Walk-In Door

Simple and compact, this unit is perfect for a small vehicle. Remember that we can customize all of our metal units according to your needs and preferences. Perhaps you like the design of this unit, but you don’t like the color choices. No worries – with 13 different colors to choose from at no additional price, you can add your own personal touch.

What would you use this metal unit for? Let us know in the comments below. Don’t forget to give us a call at 866-471-8761 to speak with one of the experts regarding the price of this metal building. Ask for our Rent-to-Own and financing options!

Stay on top of all our new building launch, SALES, special offer details and give us a follow on social media:

Facebook: /AmericanCarport/

Instagram: /americancarportsinc/

30’ x 51’x 10’ Fully Vertical Workshop

Posted on December 3, 2018 by - A-Frame Vertical, ACI, Blog, Buildings, Custom, Customer Builds, Steel Structures, Workshop

When people hear the word custom, their first thought is often more money or having to pay the custom price due to extra material needed. That might be true, depending on the number of extra features you might need, or this may not apply to you at all. When we say the word custom, we’re talking about your chance to come up with your own design, or simply base your design on another one that you’ve seen before. That’s the first definition of custom. The second definition is when you go over the top by ordering something like 40’ wide x 150’ long x 16’ tall: now that’s is definitely a custom building that might need additional material for reinforcement and will be needed to be placed on a concrete slab for stability reasons. If you’re up for a challenge like that, we are too! But this would fit the scenario where you will have to pay a custom price.

Let us show you what we consider a custom unit, without needing additional features to be all that custom. This 30’W x 51’L x 10’H fully vertical workshop is the go-to option for many customers who are looking to protect their belongings:

  • 12-Gauge Galvanized Tubing
  • 3 – 10′ x 8′ Openings
  • 7 – Windows (5 on the side, 2 on the ends)
  • 36″ x 80″ Walk-In Door (on the side)
  • 8′ x 7′ Roll-Up Door (back end)
  • Fully Insulated

As you can see, the dimensions on this workshop are still under our triple-wide units. One of the reasons that this metal workshop might come off as expensive is the vertical siding. This vertical siding is highly recommended to areas where it snows frequently. However, if you reside in an area that rarely gets snow, then the horizontal siding will be more than enough for you. One thing to note is that due to the length of this unit, we highly suggest sticking with the vertical roof to avoid leaks in the future.

Feel inspired? Give us a call now for pricing on this metal building and let one of our experts help you customize this workshop according to your needs and preferences. Don’t forget to ask about our available financing options!

Stay on top of all our new building launch, SALES, special offer details and give us a follow on social media:

Facebook: /AmericanCarport/

Instagram: /americancarportsinc/

Did you Know?

Posted on November 29, 2018 by - ACI, Blog, Informative, Lifestyle, Steel Structures

About half of the new one- and two-story business buildings in the U.S. are being built with metal building systems. As a result, “it’s safe to assume that a majority of low-rise government buildings being constructed today are made of metal,” according to Dan Walker, P.E., a professional engineer and the assistant general manager of the Cleveland-based Metal Building Manufacturers Association (MBMA). Walker says that metal systems are becoming very common for use as fire stations, police stations, and local government offices. Metal structures also serve as recycling and service centers and other municipal facilities.

“They are typically built much faster than conventional buildings and have the advantage of offering larger interior spaces with high ceilings to accommodate large fire and rescue vehicles, as well as heavy equipment,” Walker says. Metal buildings can be designed with access doors for any type of vehicles. These can be large coiling overhead doors, high-lift dock doors, sectional garage doors, and even folding doors.

Walker reports that the MBMA’s member firms have manufactured thousands of city and county structures in the past decade. He cites recent fire station projects in Bluffton, SC, Simpsonville, KY, and Spartanburg, SC. He also adds that many cities are now creating performing arts venues and civic headquarters using metal systems with metal roofs as well. “The buildings are easy to reconfigure and to expand,” he notes. “They offer flexibility for all city services and venues,” Walker says that metal building technology is rapidly increasing the use of metal in structures. He predicts that this trend will continue, in part due to metal buildings’ ability to exceed energy code requirements and reduce maintenance costs.

24’ x 36’ x 8’ Partially Enclosed Carport

Posted on November 28, 2018 by - A-Frame Vertical, ACI, Blog, Buildings, Customer Builds, Lifestyle, Steel Structures

If you’re in the market for a durable and versatile metal structure to provide protection, you’ve come to the right place! American Carports offers a wide variety of designs and sizes, letting you customize your metal building according to your needs and preferences. And with more than 20 years in business, we know exactly how to deliver a great customer experience!

Most of the buildings we show you are live examples from customers who decided to put their trust and ideas in our hands with high expectations. And of course, the outcome of their ideas is always excellent.

This time, we want to introduce a very interesting building. Measuring 24’W x 36’L x 8’H, this three-sided metal building was exclusively designed for farm purposes:

  • A-Frame Vertical Roof
  • 3 Sided Unit
  • 2 – 36″ x 80″ Walk-In Door
  • 9′ x 7′ Roll-Up Door (on the side)
  • Front Gable

This is definitely a unique type of building. What would you use this metal building for? Follow us on social media to join the conversation.

Too many doors for you? Want to enclose this unit completely? The choice is completely yours! Give us a call today and let one of our experts help you customize the best metal building for your needs for the right price! Is this size too small for you, but you like the whole concept? Call us now! Let’s get you started with a FREE quote when you speak with our experts. And don’t forget to ask about our Rent-To-Own and any available financing options.

26-Gauge Upgrade

Posted on November 26, 2018 by - ACI, Blog, Informative, Steel Structures

Do you need added durability for your carport or metal building? In addition to our 29-gauge—about 0.36 mm thick—paneling, American Carports also offers upgraded 26-gauge—about 0.48 mm thick—paneling for an additional cost. Our 26-gauge paneling is a great option for those looking to ensure extra heavy-duty coverage from snowfall, ice, and hail. The additional thickness gives our customers peace of mind during unforeseen weather, especially if their local climates are not fully stable or can be very unpredictable.

Whether you’re interested in our standard 29-gauge or upgraded 26-gauge paneling, rest assured that you’ll be getting the highest quality coverage at a great price!

Is This Upgrade Limited to Fully Enclosed Buildings?

The answer is no! This upgrade can be applied to any metal carport, garage, workshop, RV cover, and barn. As mentioned earlier, you’ll be protecting your investments from all elements that Mother Nature can throw your way.

You have many great options for creating and constructing your metal building. However, they all start with a simple call to ask for a personalized quote. Our industry experts will help you customize your metal building according to your needs. If you’re curious about the price of our 26-gauge upgrade, don’t be shy; just let our experts know! Don’t forget to ask for the various colors that we offer on all of our sheet panels and screws.

18’ x 41’ x 15’ Fully Enclosed RV Cover

Posted on November 26, 2018 by - A-Frame Vertical, ACI, Blog, Buildings, Custom, Customer Builds, Our Specialty, RV Carports, Steel Structures

Let’s talk about RV covers. There are three basic kinds of covers that you can choose from. The first method is just a simple roof. This method is one of the most economical, though you’ll have to consider that you’re only protecting your RV from the sunlight, rain, and other natural elements. The second method is to have partial sides. The most common option is 3 feet of enclosure on the sides, but it’s also possible to have full sides. The last method is a full enclosure with a convenient roll-up door to get your RV in and out with no problem.

This option is appealing because it offers the most protection, but it can be tricky because getting the dimensions correct is crucial. The first thing we would recommend is to measure your RV. If you’re fully enclosing it, you also have to make sure that you have enough space on the sides in order for you to be able to get in and out without hitting the door on the building, so be sure to add additional clearances. The height of your RV is extremely important! If you’ll have a roll-up door on your enclosure, you have to make sure that there is enough room above your RV for the door when it’s open. Also, keep in mind that the leg height of the enclosure needs to be 1’ taller than door height.

Here is an example of an 18’W x 41’L x 15’H Enclosed RV Cover:

  • 12-Gauge Galvanized Tubing
  • A-Frame Vertical Roof
  • Horizontal Sides & Ends
  • 12′ x 14′ Roll-Up Door
  • 36″ x 80″ Walk-In Door (on the side)

Maybe the size of this cover will be enough for your RV. Keep in mind that we can make adjustments according to your needs and preferences. Whether you need your RV enclosure to be longer, shorter, wider or taller, our experts will be here to assist you with anything that you need.

Give us a call now at 866-471-8761 and ask to speak with one of our sales representatives for even more information or pricing on this metal building. If you’d like to follow us on social media, you can see pictures of new units installed each week! Don’t like the color of this unit? We have 13 different colors for our customers to choose from at no additional charge. Call us now for your customized quote: your future RV cover might be one call away!