Frequently Asked Questions Find answers to your questions here! What materials are used to make the structures? The majority of components utilized in our frames are made of 2 1/4" x 2 1/4" square galvanized steel tubing for 12 gauge buildings and 2 1/2" x 2 1/2" square galvanized steel for 14 gauge buildings. What sizes are available for carports and garages? For most of our carports and garages, the standard sizes are displayed below. However, if the standard sizes are not suitable for your application, please call us and we will do our best to assist you with your needs! 12x21 12x26 12x31 12x36 12x41 18x21 18x26 18x31 18x36 18x41 20x21 20x26 20x31 20x36 20x41 22x21 22x26 22x31 22x36 22x41 24x21 24x26 24x31 24x36 24x41 26x21 26x26 26x31 26x36 26x41 28x21 28x26 28x31 28x36 28x41 30x21 30x26 30x31 30x36 30x41 How are the buildings anchored? Three anchoring methods are used to secure the structures. If the structure is to be installed on a concrete pad or footing, concrete wedge anchors would be used. For ground installations, a 30 inch rebar anchor (pin anchor) is the standard anchoring system. We recommend that for ground installations that you always purchase the optional helical mobile home anchors. On most certified buildings, a helical mobile home anchor is used. From the time I place my order, how long will I wait until the building is installed? The majority of our installations are completed in two weeks to four weeks. What is the tallest height side or legs that I can get? The tallest leg height that can be ordered is 14 feet. What site preparation do I need to do before my building is installed? You must ensure that the site designated for installation is a flat and square surface. In order to provide you with affordable quality products, with quick installation, the site preparation and building permits are your responsibility. You are 100% responsible for any local permits, covenant searches, rights of way, set-back restrictions, etc. What are the spacing of the frame legs and roof bows/trusses? As a general rule, the spacing of the frame legs and roof bows/trusses are 4 feet or 5 feet on center for single-wide buildings (up to 12 feet wide) and double-wide buildings (up to 24 feet wide) Buildings up to 24 feet wide typically use a roof bow. The spacing of the frame legs and roof trusses on triple-wide buildings are anywhere from 3' on center up to 54" on center. For an exact measurement on any of these dimensions, please ask and we will be happy to provide you with that information. What is the height in the center of the building if I order a specific leg height? The chart below will allow you to calculate this measurement. For example, if the carport or garage is a Standard Style Double unit, 20 feet wide with 7 feet legs, add 3' 0" to the 7 feet leg height for a total height of 10'. Width Standard Style Double Carport/Garage Boxed Eave and Vertical Roof Carports/Garage 12' 2' 6" 2' 0" 18' 3' 0" 2' 6" 20' 3' 0" 2' 6" 22' 3' 3" 2' 9" 24' 3' 6" 3' 0" 26' 4' 0" 3' 6" 28' 4' 3" 3' 9" 30' 4' 6" 4' 0" What are certified buildings and should I purchase one? Certified buildings are engineered to meet a specific snow and/or wind load for the area in which you live. Many areas, particularly in the northeast and along the coastal regions, require a specific wind or snow load. You should be aware of your area's requirements and purchase a structure that meets your area's requirements. You can rest assured that we will always recommend additional anchoring and bracing. However, we cannot know what your specific area's load requirements are since they change frequently. It is your responsibility to know what they are and to purchase a structure accordingly! P.O. Box 369. Troy, TX 76579 Request a Quote or Call Toll Free 855-857-5264 REQUEST A QUOTE Safeguard Metal Buildings is a premier supplier of Carports, Garages, Metal Barns, and Steel Buildings © SafeGuard Metal Buildings   Developed by VanNoppen Marketing