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Should You Buy a Metal Building on Craigslist?


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What to Consider Before Buying a Cheap Steel Structure

Whether you need a shed as storage, a garage, a workshop, or a place to store heavy equipment, a metal building can be the ideal solution. There are many suppliers available, and often you can find great-looking deals on platforms like Craigslist, but there are some things you may want to consider before taking the plunge.

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Local Regulations

Many areas have regulations on the types of buildings you can construct and the materials that must be used. Make sure your metal building meets all local building codes. Some suppliers use subpar materials that may not meet code requirements.

Building Type & Use

Don’t buy a metal building just because it is a great price. Make sure it fully meets your needs and usage requirements.

Material Quality

Make sure the quality of the materials for your metal building will meet your needs. Some budget-friendly structures will not have heavy-gauge steel, quality roofing and siding, or a strong enough frame to support high wind loads.

Building Warranties

Many DIY steel structures will have very limited warranties, and you may have trouble receiving compensation even if your problem falls under the terms of the warranty.

Delivery & Assembly Costs

Moving the materials and building the structure can be costly, especially if you have to hire outside help. Make sure those costs are figured into the overall price of your structure.

Building Customization

Steel building kits are often hard to customize, and can be difficult to change or add onto later.

Custom Steel Buildings for Homes, Businesses, and Farms

When you want a high-quality, custom steel building, skip Craigslist and turn to our experts at Bulldog Steel Structures. We ship to almost any location in the United States, and we feature a wide range of designs that can be customized to fit your needs. Our steel buildings are made from high-quality materials and feature:

  • Heavy-duty frames, siding, and roofing that will last for decades
  • Over a dozen different designs, all customizable to your needs
  • Customizable sizes, layouts, structures, colors, siding, and roof types
  • Delivery and installation costs that are included in the quoted price
  • A one-year workmanship and 20-year rust-through warranty
  • Great financing options that let you enjoy your structure quicker

Overall, our steel buildings from Bulldog Steel Structures are a much better option than cheap steel structures that you may find on platforms like Craigslist. They are easy to customize, made from quality materials, and  will stand the test of time. Plus, with professional delivery and installation, you can be sure your steel structure is delivered and built correctly.

From steel carports, garages, and barns to flexible custom options, we have the steel buildings to fit any application you may need.

Call Bulldog Steel Structures at (888)-551-2156 or contact us online today to request a quote for a custom, high-quality steel structure anywhere in the United States!

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- Shirley M.

Bulldog has been great to work with. They explained everything from beginning to end. I live in the mountains of New Mexico and the staff made sure that my garage had the right support needed for this area of the country. I would highly recommend t...

- Bruce J.

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Good design tool on their website. Great customer service.

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Have had nothing but a positive experience with Bulldog! Bryan was super helpful and still is after our install! He still responds super prompt and helpful. No complaints about our structure, as it looks amazing! Installers did a great job and pick...

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I have now had my building in place for 3 months and I want to say that the whole team at Bulldog was very helpful throughout the entire process. My salesperson, Matthew, was extremely responsive. He was very helpful with the design phase, where we...

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- Parke H.

Excellent customer service during my order process, answered all my questions and they were very patient.

- Jack D.

The website was very flexible and helped me customize my carport. The Bulldog staff was very prompt and helpful throughout the process.

- Dale & Karen W.

Put up a RV cover for me on a concrete pad. Turned out great and the guys cleaned up after the work. Very satisfied. Would recommend these people.

- Dan and Linda I.

I love my “She Shop.” It was amazingly easy. I sent an email, made 2 phones calls and it was done. The installation went even easier. Three guys showed up one day and finished the next. They were polite and cleaned up after themselves. My husband...

- Theressa J.

I visited their website and used the 3D estimator and was able to see my building with doors, window placements, colors,and overall look. When you add or change any feature, including size, you can immediately see the result and change in price (if a...

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