Hunting Storage

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2019 is just flying by and for the most part hunting season will be here sooner than you expect it. If you’re a hunter, you will understand that your house is probably the same as every hunter. That means you have hunting gear all around your house. In the garage, your vehicle, the laundry room, your bedroom, and maybe even your living room.

Hunting gear is highly priced, from the fire arms itself to all the equipment, so it’s important to dedicate a space and keep it in great working condition so that you can get the most out of your investment.

If you don’t already have a designated space in your home to store your hunting gear, now is the time to make one, and here in American Carports, we can help.

We offer a variety of buildings to fit your specific needs. Today we wanted to show off to you this perfect hunting equipment storage shed. This unit is made for you to store all your hunting equipment and keep it organized and protected. This custom shed features the following:

10x17x7 14 gauge with a standard roof, horizontal ends and sides, 30×30 window, and a 6×6 RUD.

Do you have something else in mind? Talk to one of our experts at 866-471-8761 , they will assist you in customizing the BEST structure within your BUDGET. Remember, delivery and installation are INCLUDED on your leveled land or concrete pad!

We don’t provide any concrete or groundwork preparation; the surface must be level before we can perform your installation.

 

*NOTE: Pricing varies by state. Local codes and regulations may affect pricing.*

Single, Double, or Triple

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Buying a carport can be as easy as counting one, two, three, or like we would say here at American Carports, single, double, or triple. Deciding on the best option that will fit your needs can sometimes be difficult, with American Steel Carports you shouldn’t have to struggle, we have professionals that can assist you through the whole process, from start to finish. Picking the right carport is perhaps the most important decision you will make in the entire buying process.

The first thing you need to decide when buying a metal carport is how the carport will be used. Consider how much space you’ll need to properly protect your belongings from all the different weather conditions the world can throw your way. It’s always better to have extra space rather than not enough. Also, it’s good to be sure to think about the future, maybe you plan to acquire additional vehicles that may need some extra storage.

Single Carports – Single carports range from 12 feet wide and are ideal for most single vehicles. A factor you might want to put in mind is height, our standard height is 6 feet which might be just enough for some cars. However, if you’re planning to use a single carport to store a larger vehicle like an SUV, trailer, RV, or even a motorhome, you may want to go up a size as it may be difficult to maneuver a large vehicle into a tight space.

Double Carports – Double carports range anywhere from 18 to 24 feet wide. Of course, a two-car carport is for storing two cars or a larger recreational vehicle or boat. As many vehicles might differ in size, it’s always best to make sure you measure the vehicle to be sure when getting your carport. After all it’s going to be way cheaper getting it right the first time.

Triple Carports – Triple carports generally range from 26 to 30 feet wide and provide just enough space for storing up to three vehicles. When you work with American Steel Carports, you can certainly opt for structures even bigger than that if you’d like more space!

 

It might seem complicated or even stressful, but here at American Steel we’ve made it easy for all our customers. You can use our online Build & Price Tool, you will be able to adjust the dimensions of your desired building, select your preferred add-ons, view a 3-D rendering of your creation, and get an instant quote right there and then.

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.

Short Blog: Some Easy Maintenance Ideas

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We are all aware of the superiority of steel over wood structures, and this includes ease of maintenance. However, there are still some easy and quick things you can do to keep your steel structure in the best shape.

  • The first thing we recommend is to keep a maintenance log to stay on top of all the maintenance you’ve done and when.
  • The easiest place to start is with a basic wash, especially when the weather conditions change. Whether its leaves being blown around or dirt from nearby country roads, a quick power wash will return your American Carports’ structure to like-new.
  • Overhead doors also need attention, so remember to wash them too. Using a light degreaser can help cut through any dirt that has accumulated.
  • Dusting the roof with a soft bristle broom to remove debris is recommended. Please be sure to take every safety precaution to not put anyone in danger while doing so.
  • Periodically check that all screws are tightened and have not come loose. Using a lubricant product on all moving parts, doors and windows are highly recommended to maintain the like-new look and function.

We hope these tips are helpful and will assist you in enjoying your American Carports metal building for years to come.

Why a Metal Building?

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You are already setting yourself up with many opportunities if you’re thinking about getting a metal structure. Small or large, our units certainly do more than protect your vehicles. The creative uses are limitless.

Read below to get inspired:

Animal Housing

  • Weather can be very damaging, not just to cars and other valuables, but also to pets. Thus, metal structures can be used to provide protection for your dogs, horses, ponies, chickens, and other livestock during hot or cold climates.

Entertainment

  • A building will keep you covered from the rain and sun. Enjoy yourself with no worries.
  • Every child has dreamed of having their own real-life playhouse. Metal structures are a great idea to make those dreams come true since they come in all shapes, sizes, and colors.
  • For those who like to stay fit, you can convert your building into your personal workout area or weight room.

Selling Booth

  • If you plan on establishing a place to sell your products, but don’t have any room in your home, a metal shed will come in very useful. It will protect your valuables permanently. You won’t have the hassle of moving your goods daily.

Stay Green

  • A carport can also be converted into a greenhouse. We can customize a building by using skylights as transparent siding where sunlight can shine through onto your prospering plants.

Oversized Equipment

  • Because we customize buildings, we give you the opportunity to cover anything you wish. From RV’s to tractors, carports will protect and shield your large equipment.

Additional Storage

  • Don’t have room in your garage or don’t own one? A metal building is a perfect solution. You can store animal feed, extend your food pantry, or simply use it to store your bikes and tools. You can also use it as a place to work on your creative projects.

The uses of our carports range greatly, and the good thing is you can change what you want to use it for at any moment. Give us a call now to speak with one of our representatives to learn more about our products and get a FREE quote. Don’t forget to follow us on social media to stay on top of our products, new buildings, events, and discounts!

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Benefit from the Strength of Steel

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One of the major advantages of steel trusses is their high strength-to-weight ratio. It makes for a stronger product and one that can withstand heavy wind and snow loads. Therefore, steel is almost exclusively the choice for builders designing large sporting arenas, warehouses, hangars, and so on.

Steel is uniform. Timber, which can’t possibly be uniform due to its inherent natural growth environment, can’t compare to steel trusses that are completely true to form. They are pre-fabricated in factories with stringent quality control. The trusses that arrive at the job site are constructed exactly as designed, with a minute variation – if any. In the realm of wood timbers, whose properties can vary over time in response to temperature fluctuations and relative humidity, steel can’t be beaten.

Steel is incredibly durable. Not only can steel trusses withstand high-stress situations under both tension and pressure, but they also require very minimal maintenance. Furthermore, steel and metal roof systems are recommended in areas of the country where there is severe wind and/or storm potential. Roofs can be engineered to resist extremely high wind uplift ratings, including hurricane-force winds.

Steel is fire-resistant. Fire-retardant coatings render steel roof trusses virtually indestructible by fire. This is important for any structure with living occupants or that houses valuable property. Increased fire resistance is also an added benefit for structures built in high-storm areas or where there is a greater risk of seismic activity, both of which can elevate a structure’s risk of fire.

These advantages make steel roof trusses an affordable building option, especially when you weigh the savings gained via lifetime costs as a result of their durability and longevity.

Weather Delays

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In this business, the longer it takes to complete a project, the more time it’ll be before the next one can get started. Setting back the completion date isn’t something most contractors want to do, but sometimes it’s inevitable. However, it is possible to plan for delays so that they’re less detrimental to the project and its timeline. Checking with your local building department or code enforcement for local codes can expedite the process too.

Setbacks are often caused by factors outside a contractor’s control. For instance, weather conditions can affect a construction timeline. Depending on the location, spring can bring rainy weather and be followed by the dry heat of summer. Fall and winter can bring cooler temperatures, snow, and ice. Each of these can be harmful to materials and machinery and can cause safety hazards to workers on site.

Any sort of outdoor work is made more difficult by rain, and rainy and wet conditions are a frequent reason for contractors to request additional time on a project. Rain can cause myriad problems for people working on construction. Mud can be not only a nuisance but a safety hazard for anyone driving off a muddy site or for drivers who must share the road with an excessively muddy vehicle. But this can be avoided by using gravel or rock as a base and properly grading the land ahead of time.

Thunderstorms can cause even more damage to a site. And they often come with high winds that can disorganize a job site at best and destroy materials at worst. The hail that accompanies thunderstorms creates another major concern, as it has been known to dent and even break materials like sheet metal and glass.

Spring’s showers might dry up when the summer months come around, but that doesn’t mean there aren’t any more risks for the work site. Hot and dry weather brings its own set of problems. Extreme heat can cause health problems to workers, and if they seek relief by removing protections like hard hats and safety glasses, they could put themselves at risk of injury.

Autumn and winter bring cold weather that can have a negative impact as well. The equipment finance advisor noted that mortar and grout can be most affected by cold weather. When they get too cold, they cannot properly absorb moisture, and this makes them weaker and less resistant to water.

Cold weather affects workers too. They need to wear additional layers when working outdoors, and these layers restrict their movement and their ability to handle items carefully. Muscles and joints are also less flexible when cold, which could put workers at greater risk of injury.

Inclement weather can’t be avoided or prevented. In most cases, though, it can be predicted with fair accuracy. If you know that your site is at risk of any of these adverse weather conditions, take precautions to protect your equipment, materials, site, and workers

Mobile Mini also provides mobile offices. These can be used as a place for contractors to store important information about the site, or as a refuge for employees to escape the hot sun or the cold air.

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#FlashBackFriday Labor Weekend Events

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During Labor weekend, American Steel Carports was part of two carnivals, from two different states.

 

The Hog Days carnival is a wonderful event for families to enjoy on Labor Day weekend. The carnival traditionally hosts an annual “ Hog Day Parade,” consisting of a “one-mile march of bands, floats, and everything red, white and blue to celebrate [their] roots in agriculture.” Team members from our Illinois shop were part of the carnival and the parade this year, proudly representing our company.

 

We decided to have a carport on a trailer with a hunting blind, as you can see on the following pictures:

 

 

 

 

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We were told that it was a bad idea, but we took up the challenge, and the event was a success.

 

 

Continuing with our experiences of the holiday, we took part in the Fulton County Fair in Ohio. This was a really nice fair, with big events and attractions, as you can see in the following pictures:

 

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The members from our Ohio shop had a really good time, and we were well represented.

 

 

 

 

As a company, we known that our buildings are a big investment. That’s why we want to offer our customers the most durable, engineer-certified metal buildings available, at the most affordable prices. Do you have any questions about our buildings? Give us a call, one of our representatives will be happy to assist you. Don’t forget to check our products for more ideas.

 

 

Ordering Steps

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Need a metal building, but don’t know where to start? Here’s a quick overview…

Steps BEFORE purchasing a metal building:

  1. Call American Steel Carports to make sure we service your area at (866) 730-9865.
  2. Contact your city regarding permitting, codes, and what is and isn’t allowed.
  3. Measure or hire someone to measure the exact size of the unit you need. (Although we are highly skilled, we cannot guess the size of your vehicles and how much EXTRA room you will need for storage or other purposes.)
  4. After checking on permitting requirements and measuring, visit a local American Steel Carports dealer in your area. Call (866) 730-9865 to get info on local dealers.
  5. Choose your style of carport, RV cover, garage, lean-to, mini-storage, etc.
  6. Ask for the lead-time of installation for your area. (Make sure it works for you.)
  7. Place your order with a 10% deposit. IF needed, request and pay for plans.
  8. Pull Permit once plans are received.

Steps AFTER purchasing a metal building:

  1. Prep the site. Make sure the site is level.
  2. Mark all utility lines. (We are not liable for damage to unmarked lines.) Call #811 before you dig.
  3. Pour concrete if needed or required. Make sure to contact your dealer or ASC so that you can make sure you meet our concrete requirements.
  4. Clear the installation site of debris. (We can install over items at an additional cost and after it is cleared through management. Pictures and measurements of what we are installing over are required.)
  5. Wait for the arrival of your American Steel Carports building! (We are sure that you will be 100% satisfied with our product!)

 

If you need to make changes to your order, they cannot be done on-site. To make changes to your order, contact your local dealer or call (866) 730-9865 to speak to the representative for your state BEFORE your installation date. Changes could affect installation dates.

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The steel buildings available from American Steel Carports can be used for a wide variety of purposes and can potentially offer greater benefits than you’ll find with virtually any other conventional construction material. Why choose steel? The advantages are numerous.

 

 

Steel Versus Other Building Materials

 

When looking at cost per square foot, steel will be comparable to wood and other conventional building materials for buildings larger than about 1,200 to 1,500 square feet. But even if you find that your steel building is a relatively larger initial investment, over the long run, your structure can be significantly less expensive to own and maintain.

 

Benefits of Steel Buildings

 

Low Maintenance – A steel building is easier to maintain and clean than structures made of wood or brick. And Heritage’s superior paint warranty guarantees against peeling, fading, chalking, or cracking.

 

Energy Efficient – Proper insulation can save money on heating and cooling costs. With the right insulation, animals or livestock can be housed in a steel building.

 

Durable – Steel buildings do not rot like wood and can stand up to constant use and strong weather conditions, including wind, rain, snow, and seismic events.

 

Pest Resistant – Metal is not susceptible to termites and other destructive pests.

 

Fire Retardant – Steel is not vulnerable to fire hazards.

 

Less Expensive to Insure – Because of its superior strength and durability, as well as its resistance to fire and other natural disasters, your insurance costs may be lower if you choose a steel building over one made with other materials.

 

Total Customization

 

All buildings from American Steel Carports are custom-designed from the ground up to meet the wants and needs of our customers.

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