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So
you have decided it is time to actually get started on that
building you need. You may have driven by or taken the time
to look at a particular building that caught your eye because
of the style or color. However, there are many important
aspects of the building you will need to know, such as what
size and height, before making a decision. Here are some
ideas to help you in deciding what type of building will
best fit your needs.
First
of all, a location for your building needs to be determined.
The site itself may bring some limitations as to what size
of building you will be able to build. A call to the local
building inspector is very helpful. He will be able to give
you the zoning and code guidelines for your township. This
could save you a lot of time and disappointment if you have
selected a particular building that does not fulfill the
requirements for the location that you have chosen.
You
will want to know what price range you would like to remain
in and the maximum amount of funds available for this project.
If
you will be using your building for storing various items
such as travel trailers, motor homes, vehicles, or boats,
make sure you consider the overall size and height as this
will have a bearing on how large of a building you will need.
You may also want to consider future items to be purchased
that will find a "home" in your building. You cannot
build a building too big! A suggestion that many customers
have found helpful is to purchase graph paper and draw the
outline of the proposed building at _" scale. Once you
have completed this, draw to scale the things you are looking
to store in your new building. Cut them out and place them
in the scale drawing. This will help you visualize the finished
storage building and whether it is going to accommodate the
necessary items.
The
groundwork has now been laid. It is time to email, call or
come in and see us at SIERRA Buildings / Standard Lumber.
Our company is equipped to handle all your building needs.
Our post frame sales people are skilled in providing you
with expertise in figuring post frame buildings and the materials
you as the homeowner will need. They will also be able to
provide you with instruction and helpful information to build
your own building or assist you in choosing a reputable licensed
contractor to do the job. Ask questions and learn all that
you can to insure that the finished project will be what
you had envisioned.
Mike Lockard
SIERRA Post Frame Buildings
Standard Supply & Lumber Co.
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