What people use them for
Start with what the building needs to do. The answer sets the size, the door openings and the height.
- Workshops and small business space
- Equipment and vehicle storage
- Barns and farm use
- Added covered space on a commercial lot
Planning the building
A few decisions early on save money later. Think about the tallest thing that has to fit through the door, and where you will want power and light. Think about how water will run off the roof and away from the slab. If you already have a slab, measure it and send us the numbers and a photo.
Metal buildings need a good base. If the job needs a foundation or slab work, we will sort out in the quote what is included and what is not.
Permits and rules
Most cities in DFW have rules on outbuildings, including size, setbacks from the property line, and permits. County land outside city limits can be different. Your HOA may have its own rules too. Find out what applies before you commit, and we will build to what your city needs. If engineered drawings are required, tell us at the start so that goes into the plan. Finding that out early keeps the job from stopping halfway while paperwork catches up.
What affects the price
A building has more moving parts than a fence, so a written quote matters even more here.
- Width, length and wall height
- Number and size of doors and windows
- Frame design and steel used
- Slab or foundation work
- Site access and how level the ground is
- Any engineering or permits your city requires
Common questions
What size should I build?
Measure what is going in, then add room to walk around it and open doors. Most people wish they had gone a little bigger. We can talk it through at a free estimate visit.
Do I need a permit?
In most cities, yes. Check with your city or county first. Tell us what they require so it is covered in your quote.
Can you add on to a building I already have?
Often we can. Send photos of the outside, one of the frame from the inside, and the measurements if you have them.