Tag: custom steel unit

How Would This Barn Look in your Property?

Posted on October 29, 2018 by - A-Frame Vertical, ACI, Agricultural, Blog, Steel Structures

Our metal ag barns offer the protection you need for your livestock, farm equipment, and/or any other belongings that you want to store inside. Aside from the protection we offer, we give you the freedom to customize your metal barn as much as you want it. Here is a perfect example of what our metal barns look, and with the right features added, you can customize it the way you want it to satisfy your needs:

This Ag Barn has 3 sections connected together with any custom size you desire. On this one, a 24’W x 31’L x 12’H A-Frame Vertical (middle unit) comes with 2 (two) horizontal ends, 1 (one) 12’x12′ Roll-Up Door, 1 (one) 36×80 service door, and 2 (two) skylights. Along with two lean-to’s connected on both sides are 12’W x 31’L x 10’/8’H A-frame Vertical units. With 10’ high on the inside coming down to 8’ on the outside, gives you plenty of space to use these two storage sections for your car or even a garden shed to store all your landscaping equipment. With both outside walls closed giving you a fully enclosed secured building. 2 (two) 9×7 Roll-Up Garage Doors, a total of 5 (five) 30×30 windows, and 2 (two) vents.

Am I limited on where I want windows, openings or service doors placed?

Absolutely not! Get creative and place them wherever you feel most comfortable. We are here to let you choose how you want your building and making sure you are fully satisfied. You will not be limited to however many things you want to add to your building. Please be aware that American Carports does not offer vents, customer provided the vents for installers to place them.

Can I get insulated garage doors or insulated building?

With many garage door sizes to choose from, get our Overhead Garage Door (roll-up doors are not insulated). As well as getting your building either fully insulated or just the roof insulated! Trying to keep the inside at a controlled temperature or condensation off the roof? Ask to get just the roof insulated and we will do the work!

I’m interested, what’s my next step?

With many options to choose from, create the metal building you been dreaming for! If it’s to store your investments on the farm like this Ag Barn building or to having a man’s cave on one side and protecting your toys on the other while having some space in the middle to be used for your shop. Get with one of our representatives today by calling us at 866-730-9865. Or come see us in California at 1415 Clay St, Colusa, CA 95932. For any other state give us a call for your quote.

 

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

 

Live in the North? You’d better watch out for the Snow!

Posted on October 24, 2018 by - A-Frame Vertical, ACI, Blog, Custom, Informative, Lifestyle, Steel Structures

Vertical siding buildings are the most recommended when it comes to states that get a considerable amount of snow. The vertical roof allows natural elements like snow, water, dirt, leaves, and dust to slide off easily without the need for constant maintenance, unlike other roof styles. And if the vertical roof can give you all that, imagine having vertical sides! It would definitely make your metal garage maintenance-free!

Another cool feature that we offer is our overhead doors. These doors create more of a residential look, and they can actually be connected to a garage opener. Please be aware that American Carports does not offer that type of service: we would only provide the installation of your metal building and the overhead door.

This 18’W x 26’L x 10’H metal garage is a perfect example of a fully vertical (a.k.a., maintenance-free) building:

  • 16’x7′ Overhead door
  • 4 – 30″x30″ Windows (2 on the back end, 2 on the side)
  • 36″x80″ Walk-In Door (on the side)

There are many ways to customize your metal garage! Before making a purchase, though, it’s recommended that all of our customers talk with their local building departments to get the necessary permits. Remember that not all states and counties are the same: some might require additional plans or calculations, while others would take the generic plans. Also, know that our generic plans come free when you place your order with us.

Give us a call and let one of our experts help you build that garage of your dreams! Does your area have a higher snow load? Let our experts know, and we’ll work with your requirements until we meet them. Want to see our buildings in person? Call us and ask for your local dealer! And 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.*

Are all of Your Belongings Stored and Protected?

Posted on October 22, 2018 by - ACI, Agricultural, Barn, Blog, Customer Builds, Steel Structures

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. As always, we recommend that our customers check with their local building departments if their metal buildings meet the local codes before purchasing any of our units. Local codes from California may differ from those in any other state, especially if the building is going to be put up in an urban area.

One of the most popular buildings this year has been the ag barn. This barn can be used for many purposes. The most common one, of course, is as a barn, keeping livestock safe from the rain, intense heat and freezing cold. Some customers opt to enclose part of the lean-tos to store animal feed or farm equipment. On the other hand, there are customers who just love the design and prefer to use it as a garage for their vehicles. If you have land and space available, that would be a very interesting project.

Take a look at this metal barn installed near Chiloquin, OR:

  • 20’W x 41’L x 12’H (main unit)
  • A-Frame Vertical Roof
  • Horizontal Siding
  • 10×10 Roll-Up Door (front end)
  • 36″x80″ Walk-In Door (front end)
  • 2 – 30″x30″ Windows

 

  • 10’W x 41’L x 10’/8’H Lean-Tos
  • A-Frame Vertical Roof
  • Horizontal Sides
  • 2 – 9×7 Roll-Up Doors (one on each lean-to)

 

One of the main advantages of this barn is its vertical roof; since Oregon is a state with constant snow, the panels running from the peak toward the eaves allow snow to slide off without the need for constant maintenance, like other types of roofs.

Should you always go for a vertical roof?

Not necessarily. Although vertical roofs are the best choice when it comes to maintenance, if you live in an area that rarely gets snow, it’s not necessary. However, it’s highly recommended to get a vertical roof if your carport exceeds 30’ in length in order to avoid leaks in the future.

You can customize your metal building! Give us a call, and we will help you build the metal barn of your dreams. Remember that we also offer financing options if you need a little help purchasing your metal barn. Ask your representative about it.

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

So Many Options to Enhance Your Metal Building

Posted on October 17, 2018 by - A-Frame Vertical, ACI, Blog, Buildings, Custom, Steel Structures

American Carports takes pride in ensuring our customers’ satisfaction when purchasing metal buildings. From the moment you speak to one of our sales representatives, we want to understand your ideas and make sure they come true. No matter how complicated your building might seem, we will take care of you by meeting all of your needs and expectations once our highly skilled installers build your metal unit.

Fully vertical metal buildings offer the ultimate protection against the natural elements, allowing debris to slide off easily to give you the maintenance-free experience. Also, when a meta building is fully vertical, you can opt to add our insulation (R Value 16) for an additional price. You see? You’re not just purchasing any metal building, you’re making an investment to fully protect your belongings.

Did you know that you can also get colored screws?

Yes! If you want no sign of screws on your metal building, you can upgrade to colored screws for an additional price.

Take a look at this 26’W x 31’L x 9’H fully vertical unit with two 10’ x 8’ overhead doors, a 10’ x 8’ roll-up door, colored screws, and a 36” x 80” walk-in door:

*NOTE: Please be aware that this customer is using his own insulation. By doing this, you will void all warranties with American Carports that your building might have. *

You can customize your own metal building, too! Let one of our experts help you create that metal building that you’ve always wanted. And don’t forget to ask about our financing options. Want to see our buildings in person? Ask for your local dealer!

Your Toys Need Protection Too!

Posted on October 15, 2018 by - A-Frame Vertical, ACI, Blog, Buildings, Lifestyle, Steel Structures

Are your vehicles out in the open? What about your toys? Do you need a concrete pad for your building?

Keep all of your vehicles and toys safe with a low-cost, engineer-certified metal building that will last for many years! All of our buildings are custom-made to meet your requirements.

Each of our buildings is a live example of what American Carports is capable of. Take a look at this 26’W x 46’L x 12’H metal garage:

This metal buildings comes with three (3) 10’x10’ roll-up doors, and two (2) 36 x80” walk-in doors. What would you use this metal building for?

So, one of the most frequently asked questions from our customer is: Do I need a concrete pad for this building? The answer is NO, our buildings can be installed on normal ground or asphalt as long as the ground is leveled. However, this doesn’t apply for metal buildings wider than 30′, also known as wide spans, due to the size and the amount of material needed to keep the building sturdy. Want to know more about our wide span units? Click here for more information.

There are endless ways to create your own metal garage, and with thirteen (13) different colors to choose from, you can add your own personal touch. Give us call to speak with one of our experts! Your metal building is just one call away!

You Can Get Yours Too!

Posted on October 10, 2018 by - ACI, Blog, Garage, Informative, Steel Structures, Workshop

It’s time to get that metal building you’ve been wanting! With the lowest price in the market, American Carports is your best choice.

We specialize in garages, workshops, mini storages, carports, and custom metal buildings – and with over 20 years of experience, we know exactly how to deliver a pleasant experience when it comes to installation. Remember that delivery and installation are included in the price; also, please be aware that we do not offer concrete services and that the surface where the unit will be installed needs to be level.

Take a look at this 24’W x 31’L x 9’H metal building:

This metal building has a horizontal roof (or also called “boxed eave”), which combines style and protection for your belongings. When your building overpasses 31’ in length, it’s highly recommended that you opt for a vertical roof instead in order to avoid future leaks. Since this building is only 31’ long, however, the horizontal roof isn’t a problem. This building also comes with a 10’ x 8’ roll-up door on the side and a 36” x 80” walk-in door.

In addition to our residential style roof, you can choose between 13 colors to add your personal touch. Whether your metal building will be installed next to your house or on a different property, we always let you choose the perfect combination.

 

Did you know that you can upgrade to 12-gauge?

Most of our customers get our 12-gauge tubing, since it’s the strongest one we offer (a.k.a., heavy duty). Aside from being the strongest, our 12-gauge also includes a 20-year limited warranty on rust-through of the framing.

Looking for a similar design? Give us a call and speak with one of our experts! We’ll help you customize your metal building according to your needs. And 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.*

Why American Carports?

Posted on October 9, 2018 by - ACI, Blog, Informative, Steel Structures

American Carports specializes in steel carports, garages, workshops, barns, warehouses, custom units—you name it! With more than 20 years of experience, we know exactly how to please our customers and deliver satisfactory customer service from the moment you place your order to when your metal building is installed. Still wondering why you should choose our company over another? Below, we’ve listed benefits and options that not many other companies can offer you:

 

Engineer Certified

American Carports’ products are engineer-certified to meet your state codes. If your local codes vary from your state codes, you must let us know. Additional charges will apply.

 

4-Season Workmanship Warranty

As a company, we stand behind our products throughout all four seasons. Your metal building will be protected from all of the natural elements with a 1-year workmanship warranty.

 

360° Roof Bracing

Our metal buildings come equipped with bracing on every corner as well as in the center. The knee braces keep your shelter square and stable. The center peak braces give the roof extra support.

 

90-MPH Wind Warranty

We offer an optional 90-mph wind warranty package, guaranteeing that your metal building can withstand up to 90-mph winds. Live close to the coast or in another area that gets more than 90-mph winds? With an in-house engineer, we can custom upgrade your building to withstand higher wind speeds.

 

Delivery & Installation at No Extra Cost

Because we understand the hassle of hiring contractors, we will install your steel structure on your level concrete pad or level land at no additional cost. Don’t worry—we’re with you every step of the way.

 

20-Year Warranty

We provide a 20-year limited warranty on rust-through of the framing with our heavy-duty 12-gauge tubing. Also, remember that galvanization will extend the life and appearance of your next car cover or shop.

 

Now you know what makes American Carports different from the competition. We like to state facts and remind you of things to keep in mind when you purchase a new metal building for your property. If you have any additional questions, don’t hesitate—just give us a call! One of our experts will be more than happy to assist you.

It’s Time to get Your Agricultural Barn!

Posted on October 8, 2018 by - ACI, Agricultural, Barn, Blog, Steel Structures

Need a metal barn? Want some extra protection for your livestock or farm equipment? Let American Carports help you get started with a metal structure that will meet your needs and, more importantly, stand strong against the unpredictable weather.

Ag barns are definitely one of a kind—they look pretty nice as well as offering protection. Keep in mind that this unit doesn’t necessarily have to be used as a barn: we have customers who really love this kind of structure and will transform it into a garage for their vehicles or even a storage room.

Whether it’s used as a barn or a garage, we will certify the unit for you to withstand inclement weather. Please note that it’s important to verify with your local building department that your metal barn complies with your area’s regulations.

Take a look at this 36’W x 21’L x 12’H Ag barn:

  • 12’W x 21’L x 12’H (center unit)
  • A-Frame Vertical Roof
  • Gable Ends
  • 12’W x 21’L x 10’/8’H (each Lean-to)
  • A-Frame Vertical Roof
  • Enclosed Sides
  • Enclosed Ends
  • 2 – 8’x7′ Roll-Up Doors (one on each lean-to)

You can also create your own ag barn! Remember that these are only examples of what we’re capable of; if you have a unique design and would like to get a quote on it, give us a call! One of our sales representatives will provide you with a free quote. We can also draw a sketch of your idea for visual representation until we get exactly what you’re looking for.

Want to see our buildings in person? Ask for your local dealer.

 

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

Prepare to not Make Mistakes

Posted on October 4, 2018 by - ACI, Blog, Informative, Lifestyle

Imagine that you’re making a significant purchase. What if someone stepped in to tell you about all the things that could go wrong when making it?

Granted, American Carports will certainly help you avoid problems, but sometimes we come across customers who decide to start the process before consulting a professional.

This is when customers find themselves in a situation that becomes difficult to correct, even for the professionals at American Carports. Here are three of the most common blunders customers make, so hopefully you know how to avoid them.

  • Prepare the foundation before you get the plans.

Many times customers decide they want a building of a certain size and try to speed up the process by pouring concrete before engineered drawings have been provided. However, a steel building isn’t a typical box that just sits on top of a concrete slab. Remember, this building is going to be subjected to wind and weather loads. Engineers and detailers consider your specific geographic area when they finalize foundation and building designs. In addition, you shouldn’t pour with preliminary anchor bolt patterns. Don’t pour your concrete before you have your plans—it’s a HUGE blunder!

  • Never take a delivery of a steel building before you have the proper permits.

Remember, each steel building is engineered specifically for its job site location, so it’s not like you can easily erect it somewhere else. The way to avoid oversights is to pay for permit drawings ahead of time—a small percentage of the total cost of the building. This also locks in your steel price, so when you’re ready for fabrication, any increase in the price of steel won’t affect you. It is significantly less expensive to make changes that will pass the permitting process at the drawing stage. If you wait until you’re at the fabrication and delivery stages, you run the risk of making a mistake.

  • Work with an in-house detailing team.

The benefit of an in-house detailing team is two-fold. First, it allows you to make changes or adjustments to your plan based on your changing needs or wants, on alterations to the structural code of your area, or even on budget demands—and it allows you to make these changes in hours or days rather than weeks. Time is of the essence with building. Steel prices may change, weather can change with the seasons (allowing only certain times to build), and contractors may change their quotes based on how long it takes to complete a project. The other benefit is that when it comes time for erection, you’re going to want to be able to speak with a professional in case you have problems or questions. Who better to speak with than the person who actually engineered the building? No one knows your building as well. An in-house engineering department allows you to have direct access to the detailer or engineer.

 

The steel building process is relatively easy—when you do it the right way.