Custom Buildings

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There’s no better time to build your own custom metal shelter than prior to the start of the busy season. With 20 years in this field, American Steel Carports know exactly how to deliver a great experience when it comes to our custom metal structures.
Our structures are highly customizable, and it is important to consider all the factors throughout the whole process. One of the main advantages of steel structures is the ability to change their size and style to satisfy your needs. Our buildings are also pleasing to the eye. You can choose which gauge, color, and design you want to make your structure. Depending on what best suits your needs, you can decide whether you want a completely enclosed space or a partially open space, it’s all your choice.

The carports are long lasting and extremely durable. It’s time to show off the building of your dreams. For that reason, now we have a better way to design the building of your dreams with no confusion. You can design the building in a more convenient way. We suggest using our online builder in order to get an idea of the building you’re looking for.
Steel Carports is offering you the ultimate protection for your vehicle(s) or any equipment you might have sitting outside. Whether you’re looking to keep your vehicle or all of your materials out of direct UV light, ice, snow, rain, or dust, our metal buildings will stand strong against any natural element! Since we’re talking about custom metal carports, take a look at this 20’W x 31’L x 8’H custom carport that we recently installed:

Specs:
• 20’W x 31’L x 8’H
• AFV
• 14 Gauge
• 10 ft enclosed sides
• 2 ends
• 30×30 windows
• 36×80 WID
• 9×7 RUD
• Frame outs 4
• Texas cuts 4

 

Beautiful, isn’t it? The first thing you might notice about this carport is the special cuts made in all the openings. They’re called 45-degree cuts, better known as “Texas Cuts.” They do come with an additional price, but they definitely make a difference. Even if you have a garage door in your metal building, you can still add these openings to give it your own personal touch.

Feel inspired by this carport? Give us a call now at 866-471-8761 to talk to one of our experts! Remember that all our metal buildings are custom built per order. If you like the building above, we can go from there. However, if you want to make a few additions or change the dimensions of this building, our experts will make sure to fit in all your needs until we design and develop what you’re looking for.

Metal Garage + Lean To

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What is a Lean-to?

Were you looking for a building that can not only meet your carport needs but also can be used as a garage. This sort of structure has it’s own genuine name because of the fact that it is one of our clients top choices. The name of this type of building is a Lean-to building. A Lean-to can be described as a structure that slopes off to one direction. It has a fully enclosed part from the building and an open area. It provides you with the best of both worlds between a carport and a garage. Another more affordable choice is a utility, but their is a difference between these two. The difference between a Lean-to and a utility is how they are priced. The utility carport is priced as one building while a Lean-to building is charged as two separate units. They are very identical but the preference is yours!

As much as these buildings  seem to be customized, you can always add walls to enclose some of the other sides, change the color, make it taller, and change many more features to make it the building YOU want. Not only are they built your way but they are also built to fit your needs. These buildings can serve numerous of your purposes, starting from just protecting your car as to making it a party room or even a local for your business.

The size of this building can definitely accommodate to almost anything you can think of, and the open space is open for any possibility. To top it off ! Keep in mind that all our buildings are engineer-certified and guaranteed to stand strong against according to your specified weather.

 

This example of a Lean-to building has the following specs:

20’W x 31’L x 10’H

12 gauge

A frame vertical roof.

2 ends.

2 sides.

Connection fee.

Lean to 10x21x8/7’6” (end wall).

2 windows 30×30.

2 RUd 10×8 (side).

2 WID 36×80.

 

Curious about the price of this building? Call us now to speak with one of our representatives for your customized quote, and don’t forget to ask about our convenient financing options. Looking for a different size? Want to insulate this building? Love the size, but not the color? Call us now at (866) 730-9865 and let one of our experts help you find the best metal building within your budget!

Carport vs Garage

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If you’re only worried about sun, hail, or snow ruining your car’s paint job, a simple carport can do the job perfectly, but a garage can do a lot more. The full coverage is great for keeping your tools and other things safe as well. Both carports and garages come with benefits as well as disadvantages, and in the end the decision is all yours!

    Carports

A carport is a fully-open or semi-covered steel structure that attaches to your home or stands freely anywhere on your property. The number one reason to choose a carport instead of a garage is that it’s the more affordable way to protect your vehicles. But just because a carport is less expensive than a garage doesn’t mean it can’t look amazing, especially here with American Carports. We have a variety of details you can customize for your building, so you can make sure that your carport suits you perfectly. Other advantages that a carport has that a garage wouldn’t would be that they are much quicker and easier to build.

Parking your car in a carport will keep weather conditions from destroying its paint so quickly, and can also save it from blowing tree branches and hail during bad storms. The roof of a carport will also intercept falling tree sap.

A carport also has some disadvantages. An open structure like a carport isn’t very secure. A carport can’t protect your vehicles from animals or people, so all your belongings might be at risk for damage. Also, you can’t be completely protected from wind, rain and sun rays.

     Garages

Unlike a carport, a garage is a completely enclosed structure with walls, roofing, and an entrance that can be closed. A garage offers you more coverage, concealment, and protection for your vehicles, boats, or materials. Because a garage has four walls, it provides complete protection from sun, hail, rain and wind. Plus, it keeps animals out. With good door locks, your garage will be a secure place to store not only your cars but household overflow, tools and lawn equipment.

If your family grows and you need the space for an extra room, you might be able to convert your garage into “livable” space in the future. You can buy all kinds of shelves, cabinets, drawers and hooks designed specifically for garages, which typically are large enough for your parked cars plus some work and storage space.

The main disadvantage with a garage is the price, but with all the protection provided, it really might be worth it. Another disadvantage can be getting the permit for your unit. Since the building is fully enclosed, it requires more safety necessities. For that reason you would have to check with your city’s permits office for all of the rules and regulations.

 

Considering these differences, it’s really up to you to decide what you’re looking for. Hopefully we’ve helped you decide. You can definitely get started by calling today to speak with one of our sales representatives for a FREE quote! We will work with you until we find the perfect metal building for your needs. And we can always provide a free sketch along with your quote to help you visualize your project to the fullest. Don’t forget to ask about our financing options. We are now offering rent-to-own in all our service areas.

Simple, Easy and Affordable

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Do you love your car? Then why not protect it? People buy vehicles based on their needs, and it’s just as important to buy the correct protection for it based on your needs.

You can trust American Steel Carports to fulfill those needs with a long lasting building. You can pick from a variety of units to fit your vehicles. The one pictured here is a great choice for those that need the extra protection.

This 30’W x 31’L x 9’H rawhide color garage features

  • A Standard Roof
  • 14 Gauge Tubing
  • (2) Horizontal Sides
  • (2) Horizontal Ends
  • (1) 10×10 Roll-Up Door

Remember, no matter how you plan to use your custom steel building, we will customize it to fulfill all your needs.

American Carports provides you with the best American made buildings. They’re engineer certified to withstand any circumstance that comes your way. With over 20 years in the industry, we know exactly how to give our customers a great experience. Want to place your order today? Give us a call and let one of our experts help you get started. Don’t forget to ask about our financing options. Want to see our buildings in person? Ask for your local dealer.

You Envision it and We’ll Build it

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Are you in the market for a perfect garage? Know exactly what you want? If you have your ideas together, and all you need is to transform your building into a reality, then American Carports is your go-to option. With over 20 years of experience in the carport industry, we know exactly how to deliver long-lasting metal buildings that are engineer-certified.

If you are interested in something flashy yet functional, or just want to impress your friends, this is the one we recommend for you. With this western design and beautiful color scheme, it is quite hard to beat. If you need somewhere to relax or detail your hot rods this is the one for you. This 24’W x 61’L x 10’H is a very functional unit with two car entry doors and 1 standard door (All on the same side wall). There is also a small office over by the heavy-duty walk-in door:

  • 24’W x 61’L x 10’H
  • 14-Gauge Galvanized Tubing
  • Fully Vertical
  • (1) 48″ x 84″ Heavy-Duty Walk-in Door (Same Side)
  • (1) 15’10 x 7’11 Frame Out (Same Side)
  • (1) 8’10 x 7’11 Frame Out (Same Side)
  • (9) Windows (All Around Unit)

NOTE: we do not offer doors like the 2 car entry ones, but we can do a frame out. This customer special-ordered his own doors & installed them at their own expense, so keep that in mind as you’re considering your options.  This unit comes with 2 frame outs: 15’10×7’11 F/O and 8’10×7’11. (The cute dog is not included!)

Have a different idea? Perhaps you’re looking to make your building taller, for your bigger toys? Then give us a call at 866-471-8761 and get your personalized quote today for FREE! Want to see our buildings in person? Call us now and ask for your local dealer. We’re now offering rent-to-own in all our service areas too. Talk to one of our experts and get your order started!

24 x 41 x 11 Steel Garage for Two Vehicles

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It’s never a bad a decision to buy a metal garage for your property; this kind of unit can help you store some of your belongings, giving you additional free space, while they remain protected in an enclosed metal structure. Whether you’re wanting to park multiple vehicles, use it as a workshop to repair your cars, or use it as storage, you’ll definitely want to look for a structure that offers versatility. Choosing the right size of a building can be tricky, so be sure to think about all of the purposes you may have for your metal building.

This 24’W x 41’L x 11’H Steel Garage will offer the protection needed for your vehicles, lawn equipment, trucks or farm equipment. One of the main advantages of this unit is its vertical roof. This roof gives the steel garage the protection and strength needed to keep your belongings safe from all harsh weather.

  • A-Frame Vertical Roof
  • 14-Gauge Galvanized Tubing
  • (2) 10’x10′ Roll-Up Doors
  • (1) 36″x80″ Walk-In Door
  • (1) Window

What would you use this metal building for? Let us know in the comments section! If you want to know the price of this building give us a call to speak with one of our sales team to get a quick quote on it. Don’t forget to check out our social media and keep an eye on new events coming up, discounts, giveaways and more!

What do I get when I purchase from American Carports?

  • 1-year Workmanship warranty
  • 20-years of rust-through of framing warranty on our 12-gauge units
  • An engineer-certified structure
  • Delivery and installation INCLUDED in the price
  • All the recommended bracing INCLUDED in the price
  • Rent-to-own and financing options available

Our buildings come engineer certified to withstand some of the toughest from Mother Nature.

To find out more about this building, or to customize it to fit your needs, call 866-471-8761 today, and let one of our specialized sales representatives assist you today! Don’t forget to ask about our 90-mph wind warranty that is included in this Steel garage!

Don’t Wait to Get That Building You Admire!

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There’s no doubt that when something catches your attention, and it’s pleasing to the eye, you’ll begin to think about it a lot and want to get it for yourself. Some easy examples are a brand-new car or truck, brand-new clothes or even a brand-new toy. Well, the same thing can happen with a metal structure. If you’re looking to protect your brand-new vehicle or toys, you’ll want to find a structure that is well-built and reliable, so that your belongings will be well-protected, but you’ll also want something that looks great on your property.

With a metal structure, the looks are more aesthetic than practical, but aesthetics are important too, and we understand that. At American Carports, we like to let our customers be creative with their color choices by giving them the freedom to choose from our 13 different color options at no additional price. Of course, we will certify that your metal structure is strong enough to last for many years.

With that being said, let us tease you with this 30’W x 36’Lx 12’H Side Entry Garage:

  • 12-Gauge Galvanized Tubing
  • A-Frame Vertical Roof
  • (3) 10’x10′ Roll-Up Doors
  • 36″x80″ Walk-In Door

What is it that people love about side entries? The main advantage of garage doors being installed on the side is that you can save yourself some money since it’s cheaper to grow in length instead of width.

Is snow or wind a concern for your area? Don’t worry! Our experts are here to make sure your unit is certified for your area. Call us now, and don’t forget to ask about our financing options available. Want to see our buildings in person? Ask for your local dealer!

If it’s Popular, It’s Doing Something Right

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We’re already 3 months into the new year, and so far, workshops have been at the top of our list of the most requested metal structures. Now, you might be wondering why? Well, our metal buildings are engineer-certified, built to last, and most importantly, reliable. Not too long ago, we’ve seen inclement weather affect most areas of the North. As a result, Mother Nature can hit us with anything at any time. So, why not be ready with a sturdy metal structure for the rest of the year?

Why is it that most customers prefer our buildings? We have plenty of reasons, but here are the main important ones that you should consider:

  • 1-year workmanship warranty
  • 20-year warranty for rust-through of framing on our 12-gauge units
  • An engineer-certified structure
  • Delivery and installation INCLUDED in the price
  • All the recommended bracing INCLUDED in the price

Let us introduce you to this 30’W x 51’L x 12’H metal workshop:

  • 12-Gauge Galvanized Tubing
  • A-Frame Vertical Roof
  • (2) 10’x10′ Roll-Up Doors
  • 36″x80″ Walk-In Door
  • (2) 30″x 30″ Windows

What would you use this metal workshop for? Let us know in the comments section below. Curious about the price of this metal building? Give us a call TODAY and let one of our experts help you customize the metal building of your dreams. Don’t forget to ask about our financing and rent-to-own options available.

The Limit Does Not Exist

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When we say that we can custom your buildings according to your needs, we are not kidding! (lol) In fact, we want to make sure that your ideas, match with our design; and in order to make sure that we’re all in the same page, we can always provide a sketch for visual purposes to make sure we’re picturing the exact same way as you are. If this grabs your attention, then American Carports is your best choice when it comes to custom units.

With American Carports, we want to give you the freedom to let your ideas flow. From 80’ wide buildings, up to 20’ in height. What about length? As the title suggests, American Carports doesn’t know a limit in length. Many of the different features you can add to your building includes frame outs, roll-up doors, overhead doors, 45° cuts, windows, walk-in doors, insulation, and many more options.

Today we want to present you a unique Utility building, as you know, this type of units offers you the special 2 for 1 combo. Giving you storing space for your belongings and the rest of it, a carport for your vehicle(s). However, this Utility building is something else. Measuring 24’W x 81’L x 9’H with 15’ of storage, this is something else:

This masterpiece features (14) 7’x8’ Openings, (1) 9’x7’ Roll-up door and (1) extended gable end. Giving you a whole other picture of what you can do with a utility building this big. What would you use this big boy for? Let us know in comments below.

The use of this building was not specified, but this can definitely work for recreational purposes. Regardless of the use, you can give to this unit, we can help you make it into a reality. Call us now to know the price of this unit or give us a call to speak with one of our experts. Interested in a different design? Want to change the dimensions of this one? Give us a call! We will provide you with a FREE quote. Don’t forget to ask for your local dealer

Openings Coming at you Sideways

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American Carports is number one in the carport industry. Our 20 years in the field can speak for themselves, and you can see our expertise by simply looking at the many different steel structures that we’ve provided for our customers throughout the years. What sets us apart with that we make your needs our priority and make your ideas a reality with our metal buildings.

Most customers who live up north prefer to add additional trusses to reinforce their metal buildings against the snow or very strong winds. We can definitely do that, to secure your investment and make your metal structure last for many years, resisting the natural elements.

Then people who have more moderate weather and don’t have to worry about severe snow storms usually like to remove the trusses for more openings.

Here’s an example of removing trusses for openings instead:

This 22’W x 51’L x 12’H comes fully equipped with (8) 10’x9’ frame outs with 45° cuts , and (2) 18’ x 13’ openings with 45° cuts (front and back ends).

Our goal is to exceed your expectations and make your ideas become reality. The best part about our metal buildings is that they’re all engineer-certified, the installation and delivery are INCLUDED in the price, and we work with the best local installers to provide excellent service. What better company to trust than American Carports? Call us now and let one of the experts help you get started with a FREE quote. Don’t forget to ask about our financing options available!

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