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30’ x 51’ x 8’ Evergreen Metal Building

Posted on November 26, 2018 by - ASI, Blog, Buildings, Customer Builds, Steel Structures

Are you looking for a reliable metal steel building for your belongings? Something customizable? Perhaps a metal workshop, where you can work on your toys? Let American Steel Carports help you build a long-lasting metal building to meet all your needs and requirements. Whether you’re looking for your next garage or metal workshop, we’re here meet your needs with buildings that can be customized to any size and color.

Here’s an example: this is a 30’W x 51’L x 8’H Metal Workshop. It’s the perfect length to store all your belongings, and it also gives you extra space to park your vehicle inside.

  • 12-Gauge Galvanized Tubing
  • A-Frame Vertical Roof
  • Horizontal Sides & Ends
  • 2 – 10′ x 8′ Roll-Up Doors
  • Walk-In Door
  • L-Brackets

Our customer decided to make the whole building evergreen. This metal workshop features a vertical roof, two (2) 10’x8’ roll-up doors, one (1) walk-in door, and L-brackets. Because of the length of this unit, we highly recommend this vertical roof style, in order to avoid any leaks in the future.

Does this building inspire you? Can you already imagine how you’d use it? Contact us today at 866-730-9865 and let one of our experts assist you with pricing details and installation information. We will help you customize the BEST metal building that will meet your needs and stay within your budget. Don’t forget to ask about our financing options available.

Benefits of a Metal Pool Cover

Posted on November 20, 2018 by - ASI, Blog, Carports, Informative, Lifestyle, Our Specialty, Product Reviews, Steel Structures

Keep dirt and debris out of the pool.

When the leaves, nuts, etc. start falling, the pool becomes a pain to clean. A metal pool cover will keep your filter from taking in debris, therefore reducing operational costs and wear-and-tear on your pool filtration systems. Cutting down on your pool maintenance by simply keeping your pool covered will also be a huge benefit. Our metal pool cover is all you need to protect your pool year-round.

You don’t have to bother with multiple covers that are inconvenient, unsafe, or simply ineffective. Our cover is the easiest to use, with no manual labor needed to put it up or away. We build it where you want it, and you’re covered for many years to come.

By reducing evaporation, your pool cover conserves water and reduces the use of chemicals, saving you up to 70% on operating costs. With the heat kept in and dirt and debris kept out, your pool equipment will also last much longer. Our pool covers not only keep your pool cleaner, but they also reduce your maintenance costs.

Water Conservation

We found that an uncovered mid-sized pool can lose as much as 180 gallons of water a week to evaporation, taking expensive chemicals with it. American Steel’s metal pool cover will help conserve hundreds of millions of gallons of pool water each year, benefitting our most precious resource while saving money.

The average non-metal pool cover only lasts for 3 to 5 years, while a metal cover will last upwards of 10 years.

Installing a completely automatic solar cover can cost $1,000-$2,000 and more.

36’W x 131’L x 11’+14’H Warehouse

Posted on November 19, 2018 by - A-Frame Vertical, ASI, Custom, Customer Builds, Steel Structures

Did you know you can make a warehouse out of a steel building?

In general, all of our metal buildings come with an extensive number of features that will allow you to customize and enhance your unit to meet nothing but your needs. This applies to each of our metal buildings, no matter the size – and with 20 years in business, we know exactly how to deliver a great experience for our customers.

Because steel does not twist, bend, buckle, or warp, its flexibility allows it to be fully modified and customized, giving us the advantage and allowing easy installation. That’s why most companies prefer to get steel buildings for their warehouses. Steel is cost effective and, most importantly, it requires less maintenance than other building materials. Steel also offers safety and resistance to natural elements and weather damage. See why steel is one of the top choices for many companies when it comes to warehouses? Not only that, but keep in mind that you’ll get the exact same benefits and features when you purchase a steel garage, steel shed, or even a steel barn!

So today, we want to introduce this magnificent 36’W x 131’L x 11’+14’H:

  • 12-Guage Galvanized Tubing
  • Fully Vertical
  • 4 – 10’x10′ Roll-Up Doors
  • 2 – 14’x14′ Roll-Up Doors
  • 7 – 48″x84″ Heavy Duty Doors
  • 11- Windows
  • 9 – Frame Outs
  • 14 – Skylights

Now you’re hanging with the big boys! Can you picture what you could do with this huge steel warehouse? Would you customize it in the same way? Or what would you make changes to this design? Feel free to login with your Facebook account to interact with us!

You might be wondering, what is the cost of this warehouse? No worries – give us a call today at (866) 730-9865 to speak with one of our representatives. Remember that you can customize the size of this steel unit according to your needs!

*Disclaimer: Plans and calcs will be needed to obtain a permit. Freight fee will be applied.*

37’ x 31’ x 14’/12’3” Custom Metal Unit

Posted on November 12, 2018 by - A-Frame Vertical, ASI, Blog, Buildings, Custom, Customer Builds, Informative, Spotlight, Steel Structures

Throughout the year, we’ve been talking about and posting on metal units, most of them pretty standard and nothing out of the ordinary. You will always see our typical carports, RV covers, and metal garages up to 3 bays—that is, the basics. And if we want to throw in some other units, we can show off our barns, which are similar to the main custom units due to the lean-tos. Overall, there are plenty of choices that you can add to your metal building to customize it however you want.

Now, you might be wondering, what about the pricing on a custom unit? Well, the price will depend on the number of features you want to add and how big you want your metal building to be. Remember that wider units tend to run higher, as do units taller than 12’. Let us tease you a little bit: especially when we refer to “custom” metal buildings, this might not be something that you see frequently in our website or on social media.

  • (Main Unit) 30’W x 31’L x 14’H
  • 12-Gauge Galvanized Tubing
  • Fully Vertical
  • 18’x10′ Roll-Up Door (on the side)
  • 38″x82.5″ Frame-Out
  • 2 – Windows
  • (Lean-To) 7’W x 31’L x 14’/12’3″H
  • Gable Ends

A very interesting building, huh? Is this something you’ve seen before in a metal building? If we’re being honest, this is one of the first times we’ve seen something like this. But the outcome of this project turned out to be beautiful!

So, this is just a little preview of what it is possible to do when you choose American Steel Carports as your metal building provider. There are endless ways for you to start working on your custom project. All we need from you is to help us visualize your project by getting started on a FREE custom quote. Remember that we want to work with your special needs and specifications; we will make sure to meet your expectations and help you in the process of purchasing the metal unit of your dreams. Please note that, due to the customization of this metal building, it’s best for us if you give us a call!

Let’s get you started! Call us now at (866) 730-9865 to speak with one of our experts.

 

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

Getting rid of Your Stuff can be Hard. We can Help.

Posted on October 31, 2018 by - ASI, Blog, Informative, Lifestyle, Questions, Steel Structures

There are many reasons you could need storage, but one you may not have thought about is how clutter affects our lives. I recently read a report on how too much clutter can cause stress and anxiety, can create feelings of guilt (“I should start being more organized”) and can also lead one to feel embarrassed, especially when others drop by our homes or workspaces unexpectedly. As a psychologist and expert on the subject, Sherrie Bourg Carter explains in Psychology Today, “Messy homes and workspaces leave us feeling anxious, helpless, and overwhelmed. Yet, rarely is clutter recognized as a significant source of stress in our lives.”

Downsizing is another reason people would need storage. There is a national trend of people leaving larger houses for much smaller and more economic ones. The reasons vary, but most say they want to cash out equity to fund retirement, cut living costs with a smaller residence, or even move to a new location, possibly a rental.

According to HousingWire.com: “In fact, three out of four Baby Boomers answered they would downsize their home to lower ongoing costs and for the benefit from the equity. Another 67% said they would be willing to move to a less expensive location.”

So where does everything go when you don’t want to throw it away?

Are your kids leaving the house? Every year, 20 million kids enrolled in college, with a large amount of them leaving home. Therein lies the issue. We spend a long time creating and collecting memories, and it can be hard to just discard of these items when the kids leave home.

With American Steel, you don’t have to. American Steel makes buildings that are Strong, Versatile, and Built to Last.

Get the peace of mind, make your life less complicated, or secure those memories that mean so much. Give us a call at (866) 730-9865 or check us out online at americansteeleinc.com.

Know Your Needs

Posted on October 29, 2018 by - A-Frame Vertical, ASI, Blog, Buildings, Customer Builds, Lifestyle, Steel Structures

Part of the process of acquiring your metal building is knowing the type of surface where the unit will be installed. Most of our customers prefer to have their buildings installed on concrete slabs. These aren’t required for all the buildings we offer, unless you’re want something wider than 30 feet; leveled ground may be another option. We also know how much concrete can cost, and that’s why our concrete anchors are INCLUDED in your order. That means you’ll also get our 90-mph wind warranty, because you’ll have the anchors needed for it.

Of course, many of our customers are creative when designing their concrete slab. We’ve seen customers add various kinds of ramps for their vehicles, which is pretty nice if you ask us. Remember, your metal building will be built to meet your special needs.

This 24′W × 41′L × 10′H metal garage is a great example of customization a metal building and all the options you might want to consider:

  • (2) 10’x8′ Roll-Up Doors
  • Walk-In Door (36″x80″)
  • (8) Windows

The windows, in this case, are an affordable option for illumination; this building comes with eight of them. If you like the design and dimensions of this building but you’re not really feeling the colors, there’s absolutely no need to stick with the same ones. We offer thirteen colors for you to choose from at no extra cost.

Have a different idea? Perhaps you’re looking to make your building taller, for your bigger toys? Then talk to us! Give us a call at 866-730-9865 and get your personalized quote today for FREE! Want to see our buildings in person? Call us now and ask for your local dealer. We’re now offering rent-to-own in all our service areas too. Talk to one of our experts and get your order started!

Standard is Not Basic

Posted on October 24, 2018 by - ASI, Blog, Buildings, Customer Builds, Steel Structures

Our triple-wide units – ranging from 26’ to 30’ in width – have been very popular this year. You can use one of these as a big garage if you have multiple vehicles or even as your own shop where you can work on your vehicles.

One of the biggest confusions we’ve seen throughout the years is that many of our customers assume that, because the width of the unit overpasses the standard size, it isn’t eligible for a Standard roof. Well, this is completely FALSE. Any unit that’s under 30’ in width has the option to go for a Standard roof, keeping in mind that our Standard roof is the most economical choice (since it’s included in the base price). However, once a unit overpasses 30’ in width, then it’s considered a Wide Span, meaning it must have a Vertical roof.

This 30’W x 51’L x 12’H Standard triple-wide unit is a great example of what we’re talking about:

  • 12’x12′ Roll-Up Door
  • Walk-In Door
  • 2 – Windows
  • L-Brackets

Although this roof option is one of the most affordable ones, it might not be the best when it comes to areas that received a large amount of snowfall every year. The reason is that snow and other natural elements will not slide off the Standard roof like on a Vertical roof, so you will have to make sure that there’s no snow building that could make the roof collapse beneath the added weight. Nevertheless, if you live in a dry area where snow is not a concern, then this might be the roof choice for you!

There are endless ways to customize your meal building – and with the help of our experts, you can find the metal building of your dreams! Call us now for a FREE estimate! And don’t forget to ask about our financing options!

Keep Up with Fall’s Fashion

Posted on October 17, 2018 by - ASI, Blog, Customer Builds, Informative, Lifestyle, Steel Structures

It looks like the new fashion goes way beyond the limit this year, or at least from what we’ve seen so far in metal buildings we recently installed. If you have read our previous blog post about this season, then you know what we’re talking about (lol!). If you haven’t, click here and feel free to get yourself up to date.

When we talk about customization, we don’t just mean the shape or size of the carport: we’re also talking about color combinations. Remember, the sides, roof, and trim can be in different colors.

Did you know we offer colored roll-up doors?

That’s right! You can add more color to your building with our colored roll-up doors. With more than 30 different colors to choose from, you can give your building a special touch! Please be aware that colored roll-up doors come with an additional price.

Take this 18’W x 21’L x 8’H metal building as an example:

  • 14-Gauge Galvanized Tubing
  • A-Frame Vertical
  • Horizontal Sides & Ends
  • 9’x7′ Roll-Up Door (Continental Brown)
  • Walk-In Door
  • Window

Feeling inspired? Call us today for a FREE estimate. Let our experts assist you in customizing the BEST structure within your BUDGET. Remember, delivery and installation is included on your level land or concrete pad!

Fall Season

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

The temperature is dropping, and Halloween and Thanksgiving are right around the corner. Shades of brown and orange are all over and as trendy as always for this time of year! The fall season is making itself felt. Well, at least it is in Texas. Of course, not everything is about being super fashionable and staying on top on what’s trending. The downside of fall is the leaves everywhere.

Watching leaves change color as the weather transitions can be a pleasant experience for some people, especially those who enjoy outdoor photography. That contrasting orange background makes for some amazing pics. However, did you know that leaves can damage vehicles? As crazy as it sounds, leaves left to sit on vehicles for long periods can destroy the paint! Most experts and care-car gurus recommend keeping your vehicles safely parked beneath some kind of structure that will protect against leaves and other tree debris. Have you thought about building a metal carport? Why don’t we show you how a new carport can protect your vehicles during fall? Take a look at this 18’W x 31’L x 10’H example:

This metal carport will definitely help you keep your vehicles protected throughout both fall and winter. Our vertical roof allows natural elements such as leaves, water, debris, and snow to slide off easily. Unlike other types of roof styles, our design eliminates the need for constant maintenance. In addition, this building is rocking the fall colors! If you’re all about fashion, then make a statement by adding a three-color carport to your property (rawhide sides, earth brown roof, and evergreen trim).

Let’s get you what you’re looking for! Give us a call now, and ask to speak with one of our sales representatives. We will help you build the structure of your dreams just in time for fall and winter. Don’t forget to ask about our available financing options.