Tag: Carports

Steel Garage for 2 Vehicles

Posted on July 9, 2018 by - ACI, Blog, Customer Builds, Product Reviews

Purchasing a metal garage may seem boring and complicated, but it doesn’t have to be. The number one reason why it might seem complicated is if you don’t know the dimensions that you’re looking for. It’s important to ask for a large amount of space in order to keep your vehicles protected; this will become handy in the future in case you want to use the extra space to store other belongings.

 

Our top priorities are to make sure that our customers get their metal garages at a lower price and ensure that their metal buildings meet their demands and expectations. As always, we can recommend sizes or features that will suit your needs, such as windows, walk-in doors, or even insulation if possible.

 

Since we’re talking about metal garages, why not look at this 24’W x 31’L x 10’H:

 

• A-Frame Vertical Roof

• Horizontal Sides and Ends

• Two 10’x8′  Roll-Up Doors (on the side)

• 36″x80″ Walk-In Door

• Four Windows (30″x30″)

• Concrete Anchors

 

 

This metal garage is very uniform and steady, rocking our pebble beige and barn red colors. Also, placing the roll-up doors on the side makes this a better option because it is cheaper to grow in length than in width.

 

Do you have something in mind? Give us a call! Ask to speak with a sales representative. Our experts will help you customize your unit in whatever way you want. Also, don’t forget to ask about our financing options.

 

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

Warranties That Make The Grade

Posted on July 5, 2018 by - Blog, News/Press, Questions

Have you ever heard those scary stories from a neighbor or friend about a carport structure collapsing or even completely blowing away? This sure can be intimidating. There are many ways, however, for you to protect your structure and ensure that it is “built to last.”

 

American Carports certifies all of its steel structures and offers a one-year, four-season workmanship warranty* on your steel buildings. Unbelievably, that is just the standard warranty. Pretty great, huh? Our engineers have a plan in place to certify all of your building needs. From basic carports to our triple-wide steel warehouses, be assured that we can offer you the best warranties available and assist you with any information that you need.

 

Did you know that, when you upgrade your building’s frame from our standard 2.5”, 14-gauge galvanized steel to our 2¼”, 12-gauge steel material, your one-year standard warranty will be combined with a 20-year limited warranty** on frame rusting? That sounds expensive, you say. American Carports, however, offers its customers the best of the best at a price that still meets most budgets. Our 12-gauge price options vary depending on the unit’s size and, in most cases, are very similar in cost. Be sure to compare the differences when placing your order.

 

Do you get a lot of snow? No worries—American Carports has you covered. For heavier snow-load capacities, customers can purchase additional truss and bracing. You also have the ability to choose from a variety of roof options, such as the A-frame vertical or the A-frame horizontal. Our engineers know just what it takes to ensure that your unit has the proper snow load to meet your city code.

 

They don’t call Chicago the windy city for nothing. For those customers who live in high-wind areas, American Carports offers several anchoring options, including (but not limited to) mobile home, asphalt, and cement anchors. No matter where you are located, be sure to ask about our 90 mph wind warranty.*** Our sales team will help you to determine which type of anchoring system you need. Is your area not very windy at all? Still, you don’t want to be blown away! American Carports will hold it down, as all of our units come with our standard rebar anchors at no additional charge.

 

Needless to say, American Carports makes the grade, scoring 100% when it comes to offering its customers the quality and protection that they deserve. Be sure to explore all of your warranty options with one of our educated sales reps. At American Carports, your visions are unbounded and will surely be “built to last.”

 

Check our Features Page for more information on our Warranties

 

*Four-season workmanship warranty: American Carports warrants for a period of 1 year from the date of complete installation against defects in workmanship, assuming normal user care and maintenance. See contract for more details.

**12-gauge tubing: 2-1/4” 20-year limited warranty on rust throughout framing, assuming normal user care and maintenance. See contract for more details.

***90 mph wind warranty: Valid with a qualifying anchoring system. See contract for more details.

Weather Delays

Posted on July 5, 2018 by - Blog, News/Press, Questions

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 places for contractors to store important information about the site, or as a refuge for employees to escape the hot sun or the cold air.

Installer Shortage

Posted on July 3, 2018 by - Blog, Questions

The sign read, “Willing to travel, not weary of the road and best if single with no kids.”

 

That was from an old draft poster for the war. Well, the same could be said for the hard-working guys that install your unit. These determined guys spend a large amount of time on the road far from home and away from their families, and fighting the elements they might encounter while they drive to the installation site. We call them Installers.

 

There are a lot of moving parts in this business and the installers are a huge part of it. In fact, they’re one of the most important part of our business. We use an engineered certified construction technique that takes time and skill to master. With that being said, we cannot trust just anyone to build our metal structures.

 

 

If you are ever driving around and happen to see some guys hard at work on a shed in the sun, rain or even snow beating down just watch and appreciate them for a moment. It’s not the easiest job and well you know the rest: somebody must do it and why not the best?

 

All the pictures you’ve seen here on our website, our social media, and our blogs, are part of our installers who take their time to capture their work. You’re not only seeing another customer’s creation, but the quality, effort, and patience combined to erect that metal building.

Agricultural Barn

Posted on July 2, 2018 by - ACI, Blog, Customer Builds

Metal agricultural buildings offer great protection for farm equipment and even livestock, but these traditional units are not only for farm use. In fact, many of our customers opt to construct a metal agricultural barn for their vehicles. Since these lean-tos can be open or closed, there’s always the advantage of enclosing your lean-to and transforming it into a little storage room.

 

Here is a good example of a metal agricultural building being used alternatively than the traditional farm use:

 

18’W x 31’L x 12’H (Main Unit)

  • A-Frame Horizontal Roof
  • 2 – 10′ x 10′ Roll-Up Doors (one on each end)

 

12’W x 31’L x 10’/8’H (Lean-To’s)

  • A-Frame Horizontal Roof
  • Double Walk-in Door (right lean-to)
  • 9′ x 7′ Roll-Up Door (left lean-to)
  • Concrete Anchors (90-MPH Wind Warranty)

 

 

Please note that American Carports does not offer any type of concrete work and your surface must be level in order to get the unit installed.

 

This metal unit is fully enclosed with our double walk-in doors and our A-frame horizontal roof (boxed eave), which give it a unique look.

 

You can order yours, too! Give us a call and let one of our sales representatives help you customize your metal agricultural barn today. With the variety of options we offer, there’s so much to choose from. Don’t forget to ask about our financing options.

 

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

Another Garage Successfully Installed!

Posted on June 27, 2018 by - Blog, Promotions

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

Posted on June 26, 2018 by - News/Press, Questions

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

Posted on June 25, 2018 by - ACI, Blog, Customer Builds

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

Posted on June 21, 2018 by - Blog, News/Press, Product Reviews, Questions

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.