Purchasing a metal building can be quite a large investment, and significant investments almost always tend to come with some fear and uncertainty. Even with experienced building specialists readily available to help, it can be hard to speak with someone when you’re not exactly sure what you want yet. What we have learned from working with customers over the years is that the most challenging part is knowing where to start, and we are here to help with just that!
Listed below are the first five steps we recommend doing to help the process seem less overwhelming and ensure you get the most accurate information along the way.
1. Determine the Purpose
This is the easiest step because all you need to do is jot down what you want a metal building for. It could be to house a vehicle and tools, have an agricultural farm, use for storage, or a space for your family to hang out.
The possibilities with custom metal buildings are endless, so be realistic and write down what you envision using this building for.
2. Call Your County, City & HOA
One of the major challenges when trying to purchase a metal building is realizing that you can’t build exactly what you want. You can design the best building and then find out when you get a permit that it doesn’t meet local requirements.
Below are some questions to ask your county, city, and HOA.
3. Find a Contractor for Your Foundation
Our manufacturers will install your building at no additional cost if your installation site adheres to their terms. However, they will not level your lot, clear it, or pour concrete. If your county requires your new metal building to be built on concrete, you must have the concrete pad poured before your lead time can start.
This step could come before or after the next two steps, which are designing your building and getting a quote. We listed it before because we have found that some people have trouble finding a contractor. Once you find one, we recommend getting a quote for the size pad you think you may need. This will give you a ballpark estimate even if the dimensions of your building change in the following steps.
4. Design Your Building
Once you know what you can do and have a clear idea of your budget, you get to do the fun part, design! You can use the 3D Builder or call and explain the building to a specialist who can design it for you!
5. Get a Quote
With the design and size in mind, you can now see what that will cost you. Our quotes are free, and there is no limit on how many you can receive. At Bulldog Steel Structures, you will have a building specialist who will stay in contact with you and get you the answers you need.
We are not naive to the fact that you need to shop around for the best price. When price shopping, one thing to keep in mind is if you find a better price for the same quality, you can submit that quote for a price match request.
For additional help with this step, check out our recent article 15 Questions to Ask When You Request a Quote for a Metal Building!
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Like with most investments, a lot of preparation is involved in purchasing a metal building. By following these steps, you are eliminating your chances of running into surprises further down the road.
For additional assistance, you can call Bulldog Steel Structures at (888)-551-2156.
Tools & Resources
Access a wide range of tools and resources to help you with your next project. From design guides to expert advice, we provide everything you need to make informed decisions and streamline your process. Explore our collection and start building with confidence today!
Metal Garage Pricing
A prefabricated metal garage is a great way to get the extra storage you need without the expense of a home addition.
Whether you’re looking to store your vehicles, yard equipment, recreational toys, or valuables, a metal garage provides the storage solutions you need for year-round protection of your belongings.
What Our Customers Are Saying
I would recommend bulldog steel highly. They are very professional and accommodating. Want to give special thanks to Randall Hall and also matt preslar. They were very accommodating and helping me fill out paperwork and handling things when a timely basis. The building we were very satisfied with and the installers also were very polite and had things done on a timely basis. Thanks again Randall and Matt you`ve got my five star rating
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 them for anyone building a new carport or gaeage!
Bruce J.
Bryan Ordonez with Bulldog Buildings was great to work with. Every email or message I sent, he was quick to respond and I got what I wanted. I hate that we had to deal with material issues due to covid but he kept me up to date on issues and end dates. Love me 30x44 building.
Tony & Debbie S.
Good design tool on their website. Great customer service.
John S.
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 picked up very nicely after they were done. Highly recommend!!
Kristie S.
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 went back and forth with 3-4 different designs before settling on the perfect one. He always got back to me right away when I had a question. Although the delivery was delayed, understandable with the pandemic, he helped interface with Carolina Carports when I had delivery questions. So far I have no issues with the completed building. No leaks and all the doors are functioning perfectly. I would highly recommend using Bulldog for all your metal building needs.
Mike W.
Frank Rangel was very helpful and respectful. Also very understanding. I was pouring a concrete driveway and trying to put my down payment down. I may of got a little frustrated in the middle of it all. I could see the smile on Frank`s face the whole time! Thank you sir!
Jason M.
This is my second building from bulldog and I`m buying the same building , just different colors. They are great buildings that are strong and economical.
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’s friends are all very impressed with the construction and materials used but were amazed at the reasonable price. I could not be more pleased. Thank you
DTheressa 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 any). You can rotate the structure to see the overall look and framework. Once I placed my order, it was quickly and efficiently handled and the cost was lower than the estimate on the website The installers showed up early one morning and by noon the next day they had completed the structure. Everyone that comes by remarks on how nice it looks. I am very pleased with every aspect from ordering to installation.
David T.
Delivering & installing throughout the united states
Bulldog’s metal barns, garages, and carports are available for delivery and installation in most of the U.S. Whether you’re a homeowner in Maine, a rancher in Texas, or a small business owner in California, you’ll get to-your-door delivery and professional installation, so your building will be sturdy and reliable for years to come.
