When you decide to invest in steel buildings or a warehouse, it can be a large undertaking. It’s prudent to be knowledgeable about what you will be getting as well as the building supplier you’ll be working with to complete your project. Here are some things to ask your supplier.

1. How Long Has The Company Been In Operation?

One of the first things to find out about the company you are considering working with is their history and reputation. Companies that have been around awhile are often more reliable and dependable. They will bring more experience and skill to your building project. You should feel free to ask them about past projects they have worked on. You may even consider requesting references or a portfolio of completed work.

Companies who have staying power take themselves seriously. Check whether the metal building supplier you are considering is accredited with the Better Business Bureau. This will tell your a lot about their business and how it is run. You can also check whether they are in good standing with the Metal Building Manufacturers Association. Metal building suppliers who care enough to invest in their company in this way will also invest in their customers with excellent work.

2. Will The Staff Be Available For Support Throughout The Process?

Erecting a warehouse or steel buildings is quite a task. It involves a lot of complex steps from designing to purchasing and completing the building. You want to be assured that the company you work with on this project is competent, caring, and well-staffed. Ensure the company can provide you everything you need to properly complete your building project. This includes drawings, a convenient delivery schedule, and a bill of materials. Ask whether the company has a shipping coordinator for delivery scheduling. You also might want to ensure they have at least one field service representative in case you have further questions in the future.

Having proper support and true partnership with the company you choose to work with will help ensure the best and safest experience possible.

3. What Will Be Included In The Price Of The Steel Building?

When you embark on your building project, make sure your chosen company is willing to be fully transparent with you about pricing. Know what to expect. Don’t hesitate to ask for an itemized purchase order to be fully aware of the items and options for your project.

Another thing to look for is whether the company will give you specific material information such as manufacturers or model numbers. In some cases, giving only general information means the company will be choosing to use cheaper or lower-quality materials on your project. You should feel confident that you know exactly what you are paying for with nothing hidden.

4. Does Your Company Provide Engineered Drawings?

Engineered drawings are an integral part of the metal building erection process. Ask your metal building supplier if they are able to provide you custom designs that include the custom features you want to include in your building. Some popular features to include would be things like increased roof pitches, roof overhangs, parapets, or mansards. Before you decide to commit to a company, you can ask them to provide you with some samples of previous drawings. This will give you an indication of what level of quality they can provide.

5. Is The Building Fully Comprised Of Steel?

Ask your potential building supplier what other things will be used in the building you want to make. Knowing what the building materials consist of will show you the quality level of your future building. Decide if it meets your standards and goals for the building you want to bring to fruition.

6. Will The Finished Metal Building Meet Or Exceed Local Building Codes?

A sign that the company you wish to partner with is reputable is that they will be willing to work with you to design a building that meets or even exceeds the relevant local codes and load requirements. This means they take pride in their work and respect their customers enough to deliver an end result that they will be able to use for years to come. After you and the metal building supplier have completed the design, it is prudent to confirm with a local code official that the design does fully meet or exceed the local codes and load requirements.

If you are in the market for a metal building, you can contact Allied Steel Buildings to begin bringing your project to life.