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Free Standing Metal Lean-To

Free standing Metal Lean-to

Own a mobile home or double-wide mobile home and would like an additional coverage? Most steel building companies offer a free-standing metal lean-to that can function as additional coverage. First, let’s quickly dive into all you need to know about metal Free-Standing Lean-To carports.

What is a Metal Lean-To? 

A metal Lean-To is single sloped structure that is usually built against another structure. There are two types of Lean-Tos:

  • A regular Lean-To is an additional single sloped structure that connects to another Metal Structure. Most companies will only connect to a structure they’ve built for liability reasons. 
  • A free-standing Lean-To is technically unattached that is able to be installed very close to an existing structure. It is common in Michigan to have free-standing Lean-Tos built. Particularly, alongside mobile homes, RV Motorhomes, or double-wide homes. 

What sizes are common? 

The most common size Lean-Tos are typically 12 feet wide. However, we can custom build lean-to’s up to 20 feet wide. Yet, anything 13′ wide and above must have reinforcement with double bar headers. Additionally, the building will require engineer plans to withstand Michigan’s heavy snow loads. As for lengths, there are no limits!

Free standing Metal Lean-to

Do I need permits? 

It all varies according to your local codes. For example, in Michigan, your local township will pre-determine if permits are needed.  However, some customer may not need to pull permits. For instance, the customer below did not need permits but only to notify campground management. If you live in a rural area, in most cases, it is not necessary!

Can the Lean-To fit under the eave of my existing structure? 

In most cases, customers show concern about making sure the water, snow, debris, etc. However, run off from the existing structure can run off onto the Lean-To. We can custom fit the metal Lean-To to fit under your existing structure. Therefore, before building, pictures, exact measurements of your existing structure, and anything you would like to clear would be needed. 

Do you do measurements or on-site estimates? 

The nature of our business does not allow us to do on-site measurements. However, we can accommodate if you are local within one hour of our location in Grant, Michigan.

Free standing Metal Lean-to

What Roof Style is best for my Lean-To structure? 

Most companies only offers the vertical roof option for Lean-To’s. The sheet panel (ridges) will run from the high side to the low side. The Vertical Roof option also comes reinforced with hat channels running lengthwise. See the completed project below!

Larry’s Lean To Project in Manistee, Michigan 

Larry was initially wanting a custom metal Lean-To built at his vacation campground site in Manistee, Michigan. Larry providing us with measurements of the eave of his mobile home, stairway, and the exact location of his window (leg will not obstruct the view of the window). We made sure to clear all those obstacles. Below you’ll see a complete built of Larry’s Metal Lean-To project.

You you would like additional info on how to utilize your lean-to check out our blog! 

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The Midwest Steel Difference

When you choose Midwest Steel Carports, Inc. you choose high-quality and an exceptional customer experience. To best serve our customers, we never sacrifice value; therefore, our pricing is not the lowest. However, we guarantee an overall industry-leading product and service that will continuously exceed your expectations.  Continue for value.

a-frame horizontal roof

BETTER

A-Frame Horizontal Roof

A-Frame Horizontal roofs give your structure a residential look. The sheet panels run from side to side and does not have purlins or ridge cap. The increase in price to upgrade to A-Frame Horizontal is the additional welding needed on your trusses (bows). An excellent option to keep your residential look for residential areas for a minimum upgrade costs.

BEST

A-Frame Vertical Roof

Known as the best choice for areas that experience extreme weather conditions, the vertical roof style is hands down the best choice for Michigan weather. The roof panels run from the pitch to the eaves causing heavy snows, rain, and natural elements to slide off the roof easily. In order to tie down the panels to the structure, we must add purlins or hat channels lengthwise making the structure more rigid. The finished look with special trim all around the roof and ridge cap makes this roof style the best option.

a-frame vertical roof