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8 Tips for Installing a DIY Steel Building Kit

Choosing a custom steel building kit designed and fabricated by Future Buildings allows you to get the perfect steel building for your garage, carport, workshop or other project. If you’re getting ready to erect your basic DIY steel building kit, check out our 8 installation tips! Before You Start Installation 1. Make Time Future Buildings’ DIY basic building kits can be assembled and raised when it suits you. Some of our customers find they can have their smaller building completed in as little as a few days. 2. Get Familiar The manual supplied with your steel building kit contains detailed information about how to correctly install it. Since each structure is engineered to meet your exact custom requirements, you’ll need to follow the directions supplied precisely. Be sure to read your manual thoroughly before getting started and refer to the manual throughout your assembly process. We also have a technical support team available toll-free to answer any question as it arises. 3. Clea

How a Metal Building System Gets Your Commercial Project Up Quickly

Commercial metal buildings are becoming quite popular for their multiple benefits. Structures made from prefabricated steel parts are sturdier and can be customized to meet any construction requirements. A metal building system also uses fewer materials and can reduce the overall cost of completing the building. The critical advantage of a metal building system is its short project completion time. It takes a much shorter time to complete commercial steel buildings, reducing other expenses that spring up when constructions take longer to complete. But how does this system result in faster building times? To understand how it works, it is essential to answer the following questions: How Long Does It Take to Complete A Commercial Metal Building? Commercial steel arch buildings require fewer pieces to provide a stronger structure. With fewer parts, comes a shorter construction time and process. Using pre-engineered metal building kits also reduces the waiting time experienced with other o

5 Steel Building Kit Safety Benefits

We know and share safety as a top priority when planning your building project – whether you’re adding a new garage, workshop, storage shed or other type of outbuilding. Steel building kits afford you and your belongings a high level of protection and reliability. Read on to learn more about our steel building safety benefits: 1. Engineered for Your Location Concerned about wind ratings? See heavy snows each winter? High-seismic activity zone? We have solutions. Serving customers throughout Canada and the USA, we know that no two locations are precisely alike when it comes to the climate your building will need to stand up to. Our engineers are licensed in over 60 jurisdictions across North America and each of our building kits are engineered to meet the specific wind, snow and seismic loads for the exact location they will be installed. All Future Buildings roof structures and building kits are designed to comply with your local state or province’s design code requirements and come wi

Ordering a Custom Steel Building – What to Expect

Whether you’re looking at a new garage, she-shed, man cave, workshop – or virtually any other stand-alone building – choosing a custom building allows you to have a say in nearly every aspect of your project. Learn where to start, and what you can expect working with the Future Buildings team when you order a custom steel building: Getting Started Our dedicated customer support team will help you get connected with a Building Specialist for your area to discuss your project and ask any questions you may have. All you need to do is call us directly at 905-477-1894 (toll-free 1-800-668-5111), send us an email, or request a True Pricing Quote. Information Your Building Specialist Will Need Once you’ve been connected with a Building Specialist for the state or province your building will be installed in, they’ll ask for just a few basic details about you and your building project, such as your name, contact information, where your building will be located, and when you’re planning to start

Garage Kits vs. Carport Kits: Which Should You Choose?

If you are looking for a way to create extra space to store some items or protect your vehicles, you can use a carport or a garage kit. Both present their users with the convenience they need while providing a practical choice for the storage of personal belongings, heavy equipment, and vehicles. However, each of these structures is different, and there are several factors to consider when choosing between them. These include the items you intend to store, the space available for a structure, and where you intend to use the storage unit. What Is A Garage? A garage is an entirely closed structure with four closed sides, one or more doors, and a roof. It can be attached as part of a home or a separate freestanding building. The doors on a garage are able to be rolled up or slid over completely, so there is no obstruction, making it possible to place larger objects, vehicles, or equipment inside easily. How Can You Use a Garage? You can use a garage for a variety of purposes. They are gre

How Future Buildings Makes Buying a Carport Better

If you’re looking to purchase a metal carport, you’ll notice that many of them are easy to install and affordable. However, many of the structures tend to look the same. If you prefer more options, a carport kit from Future Buildings is the best option. You will receive a high-quality metal carport made from durable materials which you can lengthen or customize to best suit you. Expand Your Available Space If you have space around your existing carport, consider adding more length. This will create room for a second vehicle, an ATV or snowmobile, a boat, or even just a sheltered place to do some work. The fire-resistance of steel means you can use tools like welders and grinders safely in your carport. Invest in Our Metal Carport Kits for Better Functionality Future Buildings offers a variety of superior quality steel shelters that provide excellent value and offer increased reliability. They are a perfect option for all climates and are custom-designed for the building codes in your a

Factors That Affect the Cost of Steel and Metal Barns

How much a steel barn is going to cost is reliant on several factors. From the building code requirements to your design and needs, there are many things that affect the overall price of your building. Browse this list to see what could be impacting the price of your steel barn. How to Determine the Cost of Steel and Metal Barns Design: The dimensions (width, length, and height) will affect the cost of your building. The complexity also plays a factor. When looking to price your building, consider the following questions: How many windows are required? Which type of doors will you use? How will you set up your ventilation system? Will you want is insulated? Once you have answered these questions, you’ll have a better idea of what your overall design will be. Also, consider the insulation requirements. For instance, if you’re using your building to house animals, you will require more insulation than if you were using it for storage. Frame Style: The frame that you choose can impact the

15 Reasons to Buy Steel and Metal Building Kits

Pre-engineered metal buildings have traditionally dominated many agricultural and aviation construction markets. This is because metal structures are an excellent way to save time and money while ensuring an easy construction process. Steel buildings are still the most popular choice for low-rise commercial and industrial construction today, being used in 65 percent of low-rise commercial buildings and 95 percent of new industrial structures. Learning more about the advantages of metal building kits will help you make the right choice for your next project. 15 Benefits of Steel & Metal Building Kits The Pocketbook-Friendly Prefabricated Option Cost-Effective – The most economical building solution available today is a pre-engineered steel building. Purchasing a steel building saves money in three stages: during the purchase, during construction, and during use. Here are a few ways steel buildings can save you money: Computerized Design – Advances in design and engineering software

MAINTAINING METAL ROOFING

Metal roofs are durable, offering a lengthy lifespan. Their low maintenance design can save money and time over the life of your roof. Performing minimal maintenance, however, will help ensure that your metal roof lasts a lifetime. WHY IS ROOF MAINTENANCE IMPORTANT? Regular maintenance can help identify potential issues before they compromise the integrity of your metal roof. Some problems to look out for include: Leaks Dents Scratches Degradation Corrosion Regular maintenance will also help keep your metal roof free from dust, dirt and grime so that it looks appealing. SAFETY FIRST When performing routine maintenance, always comply with all federal, state and local rules including OSHA regulations. Make sure to use fall protection and personal safety equipment when working on the roof. Be cautious when walking near the edge or on roofs with steep slopes. Make sure the roof isn’t slippery from rain, ice or snow. Try to minimize foot traffic on the roof whenever possible. Walk only on t

PROTECT YOUR METAL BUILDING FROM SNOW AND ICE ACCUMULATION

Although many parts of the country are still experiencing pleasant fall weather conditions, winter is not far behind and this means potential snow and ice accumulation on your metal building. This may not be top of mind considering the current weather but it’s never too early to talk safety. Structures of any type are designed for specific loadings. When an above average snowfall occurs, removing snow and ice buildup off the roof structure may help to keep deflections to a minimum. Failure to do this could result in an overload condition and cause serious damage to your metal building. We strongly urge you to remove the snow, to avoid this occurrence when repeated accumulation is expected. It is also recommended that a structural engineer be consulted before snow removal is initiated. For more information regarding snow removal, we recommend that you consult the Snow Removal Section of the MBMA Manual (Appendix 9), which is attached at the bottom of this blog. Snow should be removed in

PODS – 10 SQUARE METRES

PODS MADE WITH STEEL FRAMING We’ve just completed another six of these 10 square meter pods for a regular customer. We supply them as panel framed or kitset ready for you or your builder to finalise on your site. Very portable and versatile (no building consent required), use for: – Site offices – Sleepout – Storage sheds – Home office – Portable tiny home (on trailer, or no trailer) – Etc… Free delivery in Auckland for these or collect from our manufacturing facilities. NB, they can be made to your exact requirments, the 10 square meter one shown here is one of our more popular ones. OTHER POD LIKE UNITS We also manufacture Prefabricated Pods with a number of benefits to project owners, developers, construction companies and builders. Beyond quality management and improved completion time, controlled manufacturing environments and repeatable designs – like prefabricated, bathroom or kitchen pods – can help you drastically reduce overall cost, simplify construction and improve safety.

ATTENTION DEVELOPERS

SAVE BIG Developers, you can be saving big $$$$ by switching your projects to Light Gauge Steel. Email us all your plans including Resource Consent plans and we can price your project and demonstrate the savings. We design and fabricate high-quality Light Gauge Steel Framing, which is engineered and assembled off-site for a faster, simpler, more affordable construction solution that is simple to install on-site. The STEEL FRAME SOLUTIONS system utilise world-leading sophisticated design and engineering software that is incredibly accurate, reducing the need for engineer involvement during the initial detail design, speeding up compliance, reducing overall costs and minimising errors on-site for developers. We work closely with our clients and developers to maximise project buildability, cost, quality and efficiency. Included in the process is Structural Engineers, Design Managers, CAD Operators, Draftsmen and Light Steel Frame fabricators which specialise in providing ‘outside the box’