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DIY Customer Journey with the Seigel Family in LeClaire, Iowa

 

 
Two construction workers stand on scaffolding, assembling a metal structure. One worker uses a harness for safety while adjusting beams. Trees and a clear sky are in the background.

“The price of the all-steel building was cost effective compared to conventional stick built and pole shed designs, given current pandemic supply concerns. While the delivery date was 3 months out, the materials were delivered on the date agreed. The product arrived well identified, organized, banded, and easy to unload.”

~Tom
Interior of a metal-framed warehouse under construction, with scaffolding at the center. The walls and ceiling are lined with insulation, and construction materials are scattered on the floor, including a ladder and pipes.

Delivery Preparation

A rectangular white tarp lies on a grassy, partially tilled field like a DIY project in progress, surrounded by trees. The sun casts a warm light on the scene, reminiscent of an RV campsite awaiting adventure.

Step 1

Survey of the ground level for excavation purposes to ‘grade’ the area around the building site and ensure the building pad will be precisely the same grade from corner to corner.

Step 2

The concrete building pad should be poured at least 4 to 6 inches deep, depending on the level of support needed inside the structure. Heavy equipment storage will need more concrete depth to ensure the concrete will not crack under the extra weight.

Building Structure

A construction site with metal framework and scaffolding on a concrete base, set amidst tall trees. A green utility vehicle is parked nearby on the dirt ground under a cloudy sky.

Step 3

Setting your steel columns. A simple scaffold that can be rented from your local hardware store and utilized when your columns are 14 ft high.

“The drawings were very complete, providing all the necessary details for local building codes. The Building Inspector was very impressed with both the drawings and finished product.”

~Tom
A partially constructed metal framework of a building stands on a concrete foundation, surrounded by greenery. A yellow scaffolding is inside, with cloudy skies in the background.

Next Steps

Setting your steel trusses, roof purlins on top and wall girts along the sides. Again, a simple scaffold can be used.

Secondary Framing

It really is as simple as bolting Part A to Part B. You can place the wall girts before or after the trusses are in place. Either way, our building kits are easily assembled.

Two construction workers stand on scaffolding, assembling a metal structure. One worker uses a harness for safety while adjusting beams. Trees and a clear sky are in the background.

“The construction documentation was very clear. It provided a step-by-step process with several pictures allowing our family and friends to easily assemble the building. Anytime we needed additional detail, an email or call to Mr. Turner quickly resolved the concern.”

~Tom

Metal Sidewalls

Your metal sidewalls can be hung before or after you place the metal roofing on the trusses. Insulation can also be placed underneath the metal siding during the process, or at a later time. The Seigel’s chose to install a vapor barrier, which resists diffusion of moisture through the wall and prevents air flow through the ‘envelope’ of the building.

Interior of a metal-framed warehouse under construction, with scaffolding at the center. The walls and ceiling are lined with insulation, and construction materials are scattered on the floor, including a ladder and pipes.

Finished Product

“We are very pleased with Worldwide Steel Buildings and our new shed.  From the first contact through the final piece of trim, their staff supported us every step of the way. Our primary contact John Turner helped us plan, design, coordinate the manufacturing, set up delivery, and complete the construction process. He was always available for questions, often responding within minutes.”

~Tom
A red metal garage with open doors houses a parked RV. The building is surrounded by trees and soil. The RV, white and blue, is partially visible from the front of the garage.
 
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At Worldwide Steel Buildings, we are your one stop shop for all aspects of designing and building your new dream home. We cut out the middle man for cost effective, DIY metal building kits because we are the manufacturer with our own fabrication facility. Our clear span framing allows for maximum space usage and our 50 year structural warranty is the best in the industry. Call us at 800-825-0316 or contact us for more information.

 
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