Frequently Asked Questions
Are the buildings painted?
Does the building trim have a hemmed edge?
Are the buildings insulated?
Are the corrugations in the sheeting sealed?
How long does it take to get a building?
What about building codes and loads?
Who will erect my building?
What type of foundation is needed for a pre-engineered steel building?
Can I choose a paint color for my building?
Can I put doors and windows on my steel building?
Are the buildings painted?
Yes, the walls and trim are painted with a long-lasting factory-applied paint. Attractive color combinations are available on all our buildings. Our standard roof sheets are Galvalume, which has a shiny aluminum appearance. (Because a Galvalume roof reflects the sky, the roof appears white when viewed from the ground on our standard 1:12 and 2:12 sloped roofs.) A painted roof is an extra cost option on our buildings.
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Does the building trim have a hemmed edge?
Yes, we take the extra time and expense to roll the edge of trim pieces. This gives it a neat, straight finish that has several benefits. First, the trim is safer to install because there are no raw edges. Second, the hemmed edge gives the trim added strength. Third, the raw edge of the trim is not exposed to the elements, eliminating rust and corrosion. Last, the hemmed trim looks great and would make any owner proud of their new building.
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Are the buildings insulated?
We offer several types and weights of insulation specifically designed for steel buildings. Specific information on our insulation is included in our brochure, and insulation will be itemized on your building quote.
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Are the corrugations in the sheeting sealed?
Fitted foam closures are standard at the eave and at the base on all buildings. These tough closures help prevent dust, snow, insects, rodents and birds from entering your building.
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How long does it take to get a building?
Because we engineer and produce every building for each customer’s specific needs, our delivery time is generally about 4-5 weeks from the time we receive your order. However, this varies from season to season, and may be as short as 3 weeks or as long as 12 weeks for complex projects. Our building consultant can give you a better idea after reviewing your project.
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What about building codes and loads?
Every steel building is engineered for a specific building code and specific wind and snow loads. If your local building department requires a specific code and loading, we will design your building to meet their requirements and provide drawings stamped and certified by a registered engineer. Some buildings do not require stamped, certified drawings in which case we will engineer your building using roof and wind loads from historical data compiled for your county.
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Who will erect my building?
In many parts of the country, we have dealers, contractors and erectors who will erect your building. They are familiar with our erection drawings and our product, which helps assure a quality, finished building to meet your needs. We highly recomend Northern Michigan steel.
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What type of foundation is needed for a pre-engineered steel building?
A steel building will last a long, long time. However, it relies on a solid foundation to carry the loads from wind and snow. In some cases a foundation engineer will need to provide you with certified foundation plans for your project. Our Buildings does not provide these certified foundation plans because the type and quality of soil along with water table considerations need to be addressed by each builder locally to ensure a proper foundation. For rural, non-certified applications there are general guidelines for a solid foundation that can be applied to most building situations.
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Can I choose a paint color for my building?
Yes. You can choose from twenty wall colors and twenty trim colors backed by a warranty.
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Can I put doors and windows on my steel building?
Yes. Our steel buildings can be customized to incorporate doors, windows, ceiling lights, and more. Your sales consultant will gladly help you design and customize the right building for you.
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