Tag: engineer certified garages

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

Posted on March 11, 2019 by - A-Frame Vertical, ACI, Blog, Buildings, Customer Builds, Garage, Steel Structures, Workshop

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

Posted on February 26, 2019 by - A-Frame Vertical, ACI, Blog, Buildings, Carports, Custom, Customer Builds, Our Specialty, Spotlight, Steel Structures, Workshop

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

Posted on February 20, 2019 by - A-Frame Vertical, ACI, Blog, Buildings, Carports, Custom, Customer Builds, Lifestyle, Steel Structures

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!

Short Blog: Some Easy Maintenance Ideas

Posted on February 14, 2019 by - ACI, Blog, Customer Builds, Informative, Lifestyle, Questions, Steel Structures

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.

Go Big with this 40’ x 101’ x 20’ Metal Structure

Posted on February 11, 2019 by - A-Frame Vertical, ACI, Blog, Buildings, Custom, Customer Builds, Steel Structures, Workshop

Looking for your next big project? Are you ready for a full-capacity warehouse on your land? Do the installation and delivery come included?

Metal structures are becoming very popular in the market due to their affordability, easy care, and flexibility of customization. You’ll not only be saving money when purchasing one of these sturdy structures, but you’ll also be acquiring an engineer-certified metal structure that will suit all of your needs and expectations. Units that range from 32’ to 80’are called wide spans, and because of their size, they can only be installed on a concrete pad. Learn more about everything you need to know about our wide spans.

One interesting fact about our metal structures is that we have absolutely no limit when it comes to length. If you think 100’ long is way out of our range, think again (lol). One live example is this 40’W x 101’L x 20’H structure:

  • Fully Vertical
  • 20 – 3×12 Skylights
  • 36×84 Heavy-Duty
  • 4 – 12’x14′ Roll-Up Doors

This unit could be the inspiration for your future warehouse. What would you do with a unit this big? Let us know in the comments below.

Remember that all of the metal units that we’ve shown in our blogs are nothing but live examples from customers who came up with those designs or got inspired by a different type of source. Whatever you want to create, we will help you design it and build that metal structure to meet nothing but your needs and specifications.

Feel inspired by this building? Want to change its color? How about a different size? Give us a call now and let one of our experts help you customize your unit however you want.

Colusa Farm Show: 54th Annual Anniversary

Posted on February 6, 2019 by - ACI, Blog, Events, Informative, Lifestyle, News, Our Specialty, Promotions, Steel Structures

If you’re a farmer, love animals or just into agriculture, then this event will be fun and interesting for you. The Colusa Farm Show gathers farm equipment displays, materials, services, and vendors from all around the area in a single place for you. Recognized as the “Granddaddy of Farm Shows,” you definitely need to check it out. And while you’re there, come and say hi to your favorite steel manufacturer, American Carports! We’ll be joining the Colusa Farm Show on their 54th Annual Show. Find the main entrance and don’t forget to fill your ticket for a chance to win a prize!

 

Partially Enclosed 24’ x 36’ x 14’ RV Cover

Posted on February 4, 2019 by - A-Frame Vertical, ACI, Blog, Buildings, RV Carports, Steel Structures

Stop leaving your RV out in the open and unprotected! Everyone deserves a roof of their own to keep them sheltered and safe, and so does your RV! Having trouble finding a cover that’s tall enough for your vehicle? Let American Carports be your best guide to building an RV cover that’s tall, wide, and long enough to meet your needs!

As a company, we’ve noticed some common misinterpretations regarding the heights listed on our pricing flyers. Most of our flyers only go up to 12’ tall. Those are our standard sizes. However, we can build taller than that; as of matter of fact, 20’ tall is our actual limit! So, covering an RV will not be a challenge for us! Don’t believe me? Take a look at this 24’W x 36’L x 14’H structure:

  • A-Frame Vertical Roof
  • 12-Gauge Galvanized Tubing
  • 6′ Vertical Sides
  • 2 Vertical Gable Ends

Disclaimer: Additional material will be required to meet local codes. Extra labor and equipment may be required on units taller than 12’.

All buildings pictured on our website can be customized according to your needs and specifications—no exceptions. Want a different color choice? No worries! American Carports offers 13 color options at no additional charge! Give us a call to speak with one of our experts regarding the price of this unit. Don’t forget to ask about our rent-to-own and financing options! Want to see our buildings in person? Call us now, and ask for your local dealer!

Endless Ways to Customize Your Metal Building

Posted on January 22, 2019 by - ACI, Blog, Informative, Lifestyle, Steel Structures

Whether you’re looking for a simple carport/garage, a warehouse, or a completely custom metal building, American Carports will make the metal structure of your dreams come true! With more than 20 years of service in the carport industry, we know exactly how to give our customers a pleasant experience.

Any side of your carport can be customized. Whether you want some extra space between the legs, to make it taller than 12’, or an additional lean-to, we cover it all!

Headers:

One of the most common customizations is our headers. Headers can increase the spacing in between the legs and function as actual openings. Some of our customers who opt to enclose their metal buildings prefer to have openings instead of actual garage doors.

13’ or taller:

Our standard, triple wide, and widespan flyers normally only go up to 12’ tall, but that doesn’t mean we’ll limit ourselves. In fact, the tallest we can go is 20’. We might not build skyscrapers, but we can make your structure tall enough to hold your trailers or any toys you want to protect.

Lean-Tos or Connections:

When people hear the word “lean-to,” they automatically picture an agricultural barn with lean-tos on each side, which are also called wings. Lean-tos can be added to most of our buildings as additional storage space or as carports for parking your vehicles.

What about if you have two buildings and you just want to connect them? American  Carports can connect your buildings as well!

Different Pitches:

Yes, we offer different angles or pitches for our metal buildings! All of our buildings come with a 3/12 roof pitch, but we can go as low as 2/12 or as high as 8/12 (depending on the unit).

 

If you are considering making any of these customizations, don’t be afraid to let us know. We will work with you until we can make the building you’re looking for. Aside from that, don’t forget that American Carports makes sure that your building is certified by the best engineers. And don’t forget to ask for our financing options!

42 x 56 x 12/10/8 Metal Barn

Posted on January 21, 2019 by - A-Frame Horizontal, ACI, Agricultural, Barn, Blog, Buildings, Customer Builds, Steel Structures

This magnificent agricultural building is so strong and durable that it can serve many purposes. This multi-functioning unit can be used to house families or workers, to protect and house your livestock, as an equipment storage to keep your expensive machinery safe from the weather, or even to store your crops such as wheat, barley, maize, or other cereals. This building is not only accommodating to any of your needs, but it is also very strong and made to last.

Features of this unit:

Main Unit: 18’w x 56’l x 12’h   14G Steel

  • A-Frame Horizontal Roof Style
  • Horizontal Ends
  • 6 – Windows
  • 2 – 36″ x 80″ Walk-In Doors

Lean-Tos: 12’w x 56’l x 10’/8’h    14G Steel

  • A-Frame Horizontal Roof Style
  • Horizontal Sides and Ends

**This unit has 6 windows for natural sunlight and 2-10×10 Roll-Up Doors on each end of the unit, so you can just drive through to load and unload anything into the unit. So convenient.

 

There are many ways for you to customize your metal building, and everything can get started with a simple phone call! Talk to our experts and let them assist you with any questions or concerns you might have. We can always provide you with a FREE sketch for visualization purposes. Call us now! And don’t forget to ask about our available financing options.

 

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