Tag: Engineer Certified

Why Braces on Your Metal Carport?

Posted on July 17, 2018 by - ASI, Blog, Customer Builds, Questions

You give the anatomy of your carport a thorough inspection after installation. You notice the trim outlining the sides of your building and the anchors that are strongly holding it down, you go inside and start to wonder what makes a carport so resistant. The handful of wall and roof braces inside your building makes you question why they are important.

 

Carport stability should be the main concern for manufacturers. That’s why braces must be strong enough to stand against:

 

• Heavy rainstorms

• Harsh winds

• Earthquakes

• Time

 

Why are braces important? An earthquake can happen suddenly without warning and if you’re in an area where winds are constantly pushing and pulling, buildings need to have a strong foundation. They keep bolts attached to the carport to prevent forces from tearing the building apart.

 

Our products are reinforced with braces on every corner and in the center of every truss. They are put in place to ensure your shelter remains squared and stable for extra strength while preventing the roof from caving. American Steel Carports cares about quality over quantity. While other companies don’t provide this fortification, we ensure that our metal units come equipped to withstand strong elements. Further, after 15 years in this industry we have noted that customers reach out to us after failing their local inspection test with other companies that do not provide this feature.

 

At American Steel Carports we proudly stand behind our products. After your installation, rest assured that your valuable assets will be protected with nothing but the best quality for you. Our engineer certified structures also come with a 4 season workmanship warranty to further attend your needs. If you care about protecting your investments why not choose the best? Versatile. Strong. Built to Last. Go ahead and give us a call, we’ll be more than happy to hear from you.

Store Whatever’s Necessary

Posted on July 16, 2018 by - ASI, Blog, Product Reviews, Questions, Steel Structures

Need to protect your vehicles from the blazing sun? What about storing your valuable belongings away from the rain? Or maybe you want an enclosed space to build you own gym?

 

If you answered yes to any of these questions, then you’ve reached the right place!

 

American Steel Carports is the best choice if you’re planning to acquire a metal steel structure to protect your belongings. With more than 20 years of experience, we know exactly how to build long-lasting metal buildings; on top of that, no other company will offer you a one-year workmanship warranty like we do. From highly customized metal units to the simplest metal carport, we will provide you with nothing but quality and engineer-certified structures.

 

You metal unit can be customize in any possible way depending on your needs, including the size, color, and style. Whether you’re looking to protect your vehicle, your farm equipment, or even your livestock, American Steel Carports is your best choice!

 

Take a look at this simple but strong 24’W x 26’L x 7’H standard metal building that’s rocking our white color:

 

• 10′ x 8′ RUD (front end)
• 36″ x 80″ WID
• Window

 

 

The color choice was clever: with the high temperatures that we’re currently experiencing, the white color might help keep the building a little cooler.

 

What would you use a metal building like this one for? It could definitely be used as a garage, a storage unit, or even a little gym. It’s your choice! Give us a call now and ask to speak with one of our sales representatives for a quick quote. And don’t forget to ask about our available financing options!

Life is Better in Blue

Posted on July 11, 2018 by - ASI, Blog, Customer Builds, Steel Structures

Looking for a workshop to work on your toys under the shade? Thinking on build your own gym at home? Perhaps a place for your own to hang out with your buddies? Then a metal building can be exactly what you’re looking for.

 

Take a look at this 30’W x 51’L x 12’H metal building used as a workshop rocking our slate blue color:

 

 

This metal building was requested to have eight (8) windows, a walk-in door (36”x80”) and three (3) 10’x10’ openings/frame outs (no doors).

 

Remember that all our metal buildings can be customized per your needs and requirements. If you see something that might suit your needs, but would like to change the color, door placement, dimensions or even add more features, then all you need to do is give us a call. Let one of experts help you envision the perfect metal building for you! Don’t forget to ask about our financing options available. Want to see our buildings in person? Call us now and ask for your local dealer.

Not Your Typical Garage

Posted on July 2, 2018 by - ASI, Blog, Customer Builds, Steel Structures

Heavy machinery tends to need more storage space, especially if we’re talking about the height of the building. Some machines can easily overpass 12’ in height. As with RVs, you need plenty of clearance and space for moving your unit in and out of your garage or RV cover.

 

So, what should you do? Well, at American Steel Carports, we design our buildings according to your needs and preferences. Some of our customers have gotten discouraged when they saw our flyers saying we create buildings up 12’. Actually, we can go taller than that—in fact, the tallest we can go is 20’. We don’t include taller sizes because of local codes and regulations. Not all states and cities have the same codes when it comes to metal buildings taller than 12’.

 

Take a closer look at this 30’ W x 51’ L x 16’ H in 12-gauge:

 

 

*NOTE: Interior designs may vary by state or region.

 

With a building of this size, you can create your own workshop for working on your vehicles while you’re keeping your equipment protected from inclement weather.

 

If you’re looking for something similar, give us a call and ask to speak with one of our sales representatives. Remember that all of our metal buildings can be customized to meet all your needs and expectations. Whatever color or size you want, we’re here to help you out. Call us now, 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.*

Expand Your Horizons

Posted on June 27, 2018 by - ASI, Blog, Customer Builds, Product Reviews, Steel Structures

Still looking to purchase a metal building? Don’t let the busy season discourage you from securing an excellent price on the garage or workshop that you need. Whether you want to shelter vehicles from the sun or safeguard equipment and valuables, American Steel Carports is your best choice.

 

Fully vertical siding units offer some of the greatest protection available and also have the advantage of being insulated with our R-value 16. You’ll have a cool dry structure in the summer and a warm dry structure in the winter. Take a look at this 20’W x 31’L x 9’H fully vertical metal building installed in West Virginia:

 

The building comes with two (2) 10’ x 8’ roll-up doors (one on each end), a 36” x 80” walk-in door, roof insulation, and concrete anchors.

 

All of our metal buildings can be customized to meet your needs and expectations. We like to share our customers’ creations to inspire new ideas and ensure satisfaction with finished products. Maybe you’ve been thinking about installing something similar to our example but in a different size. We’ve got you covered. Our team members will be happy to provide you with a quick quote on the metal building that suits your exact needs. Give us a call now to speak with a representative, and don’t forget to ask about our affordable financing options. Want to see our buildings in person? Call us now and ask for your local dealer!

The Perfect Custom Unit for You

Posted on June 25, 2018 by - ASI, Blog, Customer Builds, Steel Structures

If you’re looking for a metal building capable enough to protect your belongings resist harsh weather conditions, customizable for your special needs, and most importantly engineer-certified, then you’ve come to the right place! At American Steel Carports we pride ourselves in providing metal buildings that are versatile, strong, and built to last for many years. With more than 20 years of experience, we’ve grown to know how to provide solutions for our dynamic clients.

 

Steel buildings can be used for quite a number of different purposes. In general, they all share one thing in common—they’re certified to protect your valuables. So, when choosing a company to trust with your valuables, you must choose carefully. Keep in mind the variety of options we offer. Remember that we give you a year workmanship warranty, allowing your building to go through all four seasons to ensure that your metal building is still standing strong.

 

Take a look at this custom 24’W x 51’L x 10’H metal unit installed in Pennsylvania:

 

 

This customer decided to get two (2) 10’x10’ openings (no door) for his own personal use. Know that, our buildings are exclusively designed to meet no other than your expectations and requirements.

 

Looking for something similar? Perhaps the exact same design? Contact us TODAY and let one of our team members give you a quick quote. Don’t forget to visit our blogs page for recent buildings installed or click here.

Need Some Shade for Your Livestock?

Posted on June 18, 2018 by - ASI, Blog, Customer Builds, Steel Structures

If you own a farm with livestock, you know the importance of providing a shaded area to protect them from intense heat. Some farms might have soil rich enough in nutrients to increase the chances of trees growing there. But like us, trees can take 30 years to be fully grown, and not only that, a tree must be able to be establish itself with the area; and keep in mind the harsh conditions the tree might be exposed to.

 

A more beneficial option might be to install a multipurpose metal building that can protect your livestock as well as your belongings, such as farm equipment, from unpredictable weather. American Steel Carports specializes in the production of custom metal buildings to fit our customers’ needs and priorities.

 

When it comes to the length of our buildings, there’s no limit. Take a look at this 18′W × 61′L × 7′H building:

 

• A-Frame Vertical Roof

• 3′ Horizontal Sides

• Mobile Home Anchors

 

 

Side note: We highly recommend our customers opt for a vertical roof once the length of the building passes 30 feet. This will prevent future leaks, due to the sheet panels running from the peak of the building toward the eaves.

 

If you have questions about any of our metal buildings, feel free to contact us! Let one of our experts help you customize that metal building of your dreams. Remember, all our buildings are engineer certified! Don’t forget to ask about our financing options.

Big Enough Plus Additional Space!

Posted on June 11, 2018 by - ASI, Blog, Customer Builds, Product Reviews, Steel Structures

American Steel Carports provides customized metal buildings that will fulfill your special needs and expectations. Whether you’re planning on storing your vehicles, heavy machinery, or any of your belongings that might need protection from the harsh weather, American Steel Carports will have what you need! And with so many different designs, sizes, and colors to choose from, you can add your own personal touch!

 

When you’re planning to put up a metal unit, the first thing we always recommend is to know the size that you want. This will allow you to play around with measurements; whether we’re increasing length or width, it’s best to have additional space. However, that doesn’t necessarily mean that you need an extremely wide building to park your vehicles. Lean-tos are a smart option if you want to extend the width protection of your building for a lower price. Here is a clearer representation of what we’re talking about:

 

• 54’W x 31’L x 12’/8’H

• 30’W x 31’L x 12’H (center unit) 14-Gauge

• A-Frame Vertical Roof

• Horizontal Sides

• Horizontal End

• Gable End

• 45 Degree Cuts

• 2 – 12’W x 31’L x 10’/8’H Lean-Tos

• A-Frame Vertical Roof

 

 

 

This metal building, more like an agricultural barn, is 54’ wide due to both lean-tos that are connected side to side. This is what we’re talking about when we refer to extending the width of your building in a smarter way.

 

 

*It’s recommended to keep lean-tos under 12’ wide. Once a lean-to overpasses 12’ wide, additional support and material will need to be added for an additional price. *

 

Want something similar to this metal barn? Need to adjust its size? Give us a call and let one of our experts help you customize that metal barn that you’ve been wanting. All of our metal barns are custom-made to satisfy nothing but your needs, and all of the buildings that we post are live creations of our customers.

 

Want to see our buildings in person? Give us a call and ask for your local dealer! And when you call, don’t forget to ask about our available financing options.

Need Space for Heavy-Machinery?

Posted on June 7, 2018 by - ASI, Blog, Customer Builds, Product Reviews, Steel Structures

As a company, we know exactly the need of protection for our heavy equipment, and sometimes is not that easy to find something with the right amount of height and clearance in order for your toys to be well protected. Another reason why customers might get turned down, is because our flyers go all the way to 12’ tall. However, that doesn’t mean that we cannot go taller than 12’. In fact, the tallest we can go on ay metal building, is 20’ tall.

 

Since we’re talking about tall buildings, take a look at this 24’W x 26’L x 14’H metal building with the following features:

 

• 12-Gauge (20-year limited warranty on rust through of framing)

• A-Frame Vertical Roof

• 1 – 8×7 Roll-Up Door (back end)

• 1 – 10×10 Roll-Up Door (front end)

• 1 – 10×12 Roll-Up Door (front end)

• 4 – 3×4 Skylights

• 1-36×80 Walk-In Door

• Concrete Anchors

 

 

Remember that this unit as the rest of the ones we’ve shared can always be modified according to your needs and specifications; same applies with the color choice, with 13 colors to choose from, you can add or own personal touch.

 

There are endless ways for you to create that perfect metal building, and it can always start with a simple call with one of our experts. Don’t hesitate to call and ask us any questions you may have or any concerns regarding our metal buildings. Don’t forget to ask about our financing options we have available for you.