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How do I know if I am ready for installation?

Short answer: There are two factors we take into consideration when creating an installation schedule. The two factors are building permits and site locations. If your building department approves your permit and your site is ready, you’re ready for installation! 

One of the most common questions we hear is, “when will you install my building?”. Once you place your order, you have to prepare two things: your building permit and the site. Once these are ready, your lead times of 2-5 weeks begin! 

Permits

Visit your local building department to determine if you need permits in your area. If you need permits, determine what specific permits you need. For example, you may only need a building permit. However, you may need a zoning permit, a building permit, and other such as a soil erosion permit. Once you have this information, work with your builder to supply the building department with all necessary information. Once your building department approves your permits, you must post them somewhere visible on the property. You are now ready to prepare your site! For more details on the permit process, read our blog 13 Frequently Asked Questions on Permits. 

Site

When preparing your site, make sure the entire site is level and clear of any obstructions. At Midwest Steel, we need the site to be as level as possible, with a maximum of 3 inches off level. For buildings going on a concrete slab, talk to your township regarding any concrete requirements in your area. For example, confirm the thickness of the slab, the measurements of the footings, and so forth. Additionally, verify the overall dimensions of your slab with your builder!! For details on our concrete recommendations, click here. 

Regarding obstructions, there are many things that can stop you from having a hassle-free installation process. Some of the most common site obstructions we run into include:

  • Overhead lines
  • Unmarked underground lines
  • Low-hanging tree branches
  • Surrounding obstacles within 3′ 
  • Items on the site

Every builder is different, so make sure you share site pictures with your contractor to make sure everything is ready for your installation! 

Once you’re ready, give your builder a call to let them know! At Midwest Steel, once you let us know your permits and site are ready, we place you on the installation schedule. From here is when your lead times of 2-5 weeks start. Keep this in mind when preparing your site! 

Midwest Steel Carports, Inc.

www.midweststeelcarports.com

(877) 235-5210

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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.

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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.

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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.

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