Month: August 2016

Hexagonal Barn in New Mexico

Posted on August 25, 2016 by - ASI, Blog, Customer Builds, Product Reviews

 

American Steel Carports takes pride in having happy and satisfied customers when it comes to building their own creations. Because steel can be easily customized, we can transform any kind of design into a reality, not to mention that we will certify your creation to last for many years.

 

 

Do you have any drawings? No problem—our engineering department will take care of turning your drawings into a unique design.

 

 

Take, for example, this incredible building with a hexagonal roof and a lean-to. Our customer didn’t mention what the structure would be used for; however, the unit can be used as a barn to store farm equipment, hay, and animal feed.

 

 

Hexagonal roofing, Metal Hexagonal Building

18x26x9 Hexagonal Roof Vertical Siding, with a Lean-To of 10x26x7. 2 Windows, 10×10 Roll-Up Door, 36×80 Walk-In Door

 

 

The structure was made with 12-gauge tubing, which automatically gives the building a 20-year warranty on rust-through of the framing. In addition, the hexagonal roof is in vertical style; this kind of roofing is the most recommendable when it comes to maintenance. Because the sheets are placed vertically, water, snow, leaves, or dirt will run-off very easily without the need of a constant care.

 

This kind of vertical style on a horizontal roof makes the structure a unique American Steel Carports feature.

 

 

18x26x9 HEX (2)

18x26x9 Hexagonal Roof Vertical Siding, with a Lean-To of 10x26x7. 2 Windows, 10×10 Roll-Up Door, 36×80 Walk-In Door, Horizontal Sides.

 

 

Amazing, isn’t it? Our customer chose traditional barn colors, but remember that you can choose the colors you want on your building; we have a variety of them. You can always check them out by clicking here. Need color samples? Give us a call, and we’ll be more than happy to send you the colors you want to see.

 

 

Do you have a design in mind? Do you have any questions or concerns? Give us a call! Our friendly staff will be happy to give you a free quote. Don’t forget to visit our products sections for more ideas.

 

 

Versatile. Strong. Built to Last. 

 

Steel Roofing and How to Care for Yours

Posted on August 11, 2016 by - ASI, Blog, News/Press, Questions

Now that you’ve learned how to maintain your steel carport, it is now time to find out how to care for your carport’s steel roof.
Metal or steel roofs are extremely durable. They can withstand a lot of brutal weather and are also low maintenance if you know how to properly care for them. This makes metal roofing material perfect for topping off our high-quality steel units here at American Steel.

 

4 Steel Roof Care Tips

 

If you have a steel unit that has a metal roof or are in the process of purchasing one, here are some tips that will help you care for your metal roof.

 

Cut Back Trees and Limbs

If you are a homeowner, you know that your roof is very important. And, if you’ve ever had to replace the roof of your home, you know it can be quite costly too. This makes it very important to learn about ways to prevent it from happening again. One of those ways is by keeping tree and tree limbs from hitting your roof. This tip is also great  for the steel roofs too.

 

Overtime, tree limbs can cause abrasions to form due to the wind or rain shifting them back and forth. That is why it is best that you keep branches cut away from your roof so this can be avoided.

 

Get Rid of Debris

Excessive debris is also another culprit that can cause damage to your steel roof. Although most debris like leaves will get washed away when it rains or is windy, it also very important that you do your best to clear the rest of the debris from time-to-time. This can easily be done by adding a “spray and shoot” nozzle to the end of your water hose and spraying your roof clean.

 

Do Not Forget About the Gutters

If your steel unit has gutters attached to it, ensure they you clean them regularly.

 

Gutters help keep debris directly off your roof, however, when they are backed up or remain untouched, that can cause problems. Since steel roofs work to shed wet elements and then drys itself out, a clogged gutter can prove to be detrimental and cause rust or corrosion to form. As a reminder, when you clean the debris from your metal roof, make it a habit to also clean the gutters too.

 

Minimize Traffic

To install any roof, you have to climb on to it. And although metal roofs are durable, the less foot traffic you have the better.

 

Of course, there may be certain circumstances where you need to get on the roof yourself or you may need someone else to get up there. However, when this happens, do your best to be careful and thoroughly communicate with the person the importance of minimizing foot traffic. This will likely reduce any damage that may be caused.

 

Your steel unit and metal roof are great investments. They can provide you with adequate storage and many years of benefits if properly maintained.

 

Steel Units and More from American Steel

From steel carports to steel agricultural buildings, American Steel is the leading manufacturer of steel buildings!
Each of our units come engineer certified with a 20-year warranty and free shipping and installation. We also have additional features that can be added like tubing, braces, and solar air vents to make your steel unit all yours!
To get a free estimate on your steel building from American Steel, contact us today.

Custom Metal Storage Building

Posted on August 8, 2016 by - ASI, Blog, Customer Builds, News/Press, Questions

Our metal storage buildings provide excellent protection for your valuable possessions.

How does customizing a metal storage building the way you want sound?

Simply send us a floor plan of your dream building and we will work with you to help it come to fruition. 

Our storage buildings are great for…

• Freeing up space in your garage

• Creating a  man cave or a workshop

• Storing additional equipment such as bikes or animal cages

With more than 15 years of experience, our company counts with the friendliest staff to provide an excellent customer service to help you build the metal building of your dreams. Our customers’ ideas can go beyond the limits because metal is very easy to customize.

Here is a great example of a custom metal storage building by one of our customers:

• 30’W x 51’L x 12’H

• A-Frame Vertical Roof

• 3 – 10’x10′ Roll-Up Door (on the side)

• 36″x80″ Walk-In Door (on the side)

It’s a very unique design with three roll-up doors on the sides. Another great feature is colored screws. It’s a small component, but details are important.

Please visit our products page for more information and designs. If you have one in mind, give us a call and we’ll be happy to give you a free quote.

Want to price it yourself? No worries American Steel Carports has incorporated a calculator where you can easily price most metal buildings you have in mind. Click here to gain access.

We want you to have the best experience when purchasing your first metal building. Contact us today.

Versatile. Strong. Built to Last.