The Build is in the Details

DIY Customer Journey with the Lascelles Family in Decatur, Georgia

A 3D model of a white metal building with two large roll-up garage doors, a side entry door, and a small window. The building is set on green grass under a partly cloudy sky.

A metal garage with two large windows and a white door sits on a patch of gravel. A car is partially visible on the left. The garage is surrounded by greenery and trees under a clear sky.

“We left out no detail when designing our new backyard garage shop. By using Worldwide Steel’s 3D designer tool, we were able to customize it how we wanted it.”

A spacious garage with three cars: a vintage green Mini at the center, a silver car parked on the left, and another silver car elevated on a lift. Red tool cabinets and workbenches line the walls, and the ceiling has metal beams.

Delivery Preparation

Three people are working on constructing a metal frame structure on a concrete slab in a backyard. There are tools and building materials scattered around, and a red ladder is positioned next to the structure. Trees and a wooden fence are in the background.

Step 1

Removal of any trees, bushes, landscaping and debris in and around the site before dirt work is the initial step in the building process.

Close-up of a rusty brown metal structure with bolts, set against a backdrop of green leaves and a clear blue sky. The structure appears industrial, but its exact purpose is unclear.

Step 2

Excavation and ‘grading’ the area to ensure the building pad will be precisely the same grade from corner to corner.

Close-up of a rusted brown metal bracket with two holes on a structural beam. The background features part of a wooden fence and blurred green foliage under a clear blue sky.

Step 3

Gravel will need to be spread over the area to provide a basic foundation before concrete is poured.

People are working on assembling a metal framework in a backyard surrounded by trees. They are using ladders for construction, with tools and materials scattered around. A blue canopy provides shade in the sunny setting.

Step 4

Concrete to be poured at least 4 to 6 inches deep, depending on the level of support needed inside the structure.

Building Erection

A metal frame structure under construction in a yard, with a partially installed roof. A blue tent with white text sits on a concrete base, alongside ladders and construction materials. Surrounded by trees and a wooden fence in the background.

“The only heavy equipment and machinery we needed was available for rent at our local Home Depot store.”

View from below of a metal framework under construction, with beams extending upward against a clear blue sky. Green trees are visible through the gaps between the beams, suggesting an outdoor setting.

A partially constructed metal-frame shed stands on a concrete slab. Tools and materials are scattered on the ground, with trees and grass in the background. The structure is open on all sides with beams across the top.

Next Steps: setting your steel columns

Building Installation

It really is as simple as bolting Part A to Part B

A flatbed trailer loaded with construction materials, including metal beams and covered items, parked on a residential street. The materials are secured with straps, and the street is lined with trees and houses in the background.

Next Steps: setting your steel trusses

A large gray metal barn with a black roof and cupolas is situated on a grassy area under a clear blue sky. A black pickup truck is parked nearby, and the barn doors are open, revealing the interior. Logs and barrels are placed beside the barn.

Once the roof purlins are in place, the wall girts can be set.

A single-story metal building with a sloped roof sits in an open, grassy field. It has several windows and a covered porch area on the left side. The sky is clear and blue.

A large metal building with a tall garage door, featuring a beige and black exterior. A black pickup truck is parked in front on a concrete driveway. The sky is clear and blue.

Finishing Touches

This image shows a kitchen with white cabinets and a black refrigerator. Exposed ductwork is visible on the ceiling. Shelves are stocked with various bottles and items. A counter and chair sit in the foreground on a hardwood floor.

Overhead Doors

Walk Thru Door

Windows

A spacious living room with two people talking. The room features brown recliners, a rocking chair, a modern clock on the gray wall, and shelves with various items. Large windows allow natural light to illuminate the space.

Final Product

A long metal building with a covered porch featuring rocking chairs, a stack of firewood, and a grill. The roof has two small cupolas. The building is surrounded by grassy land under a clear blue sky.

“Our ultimate goal was to build a garage with enough space for a car lift. Overall, the build went very well and we are very happy with our new steel garage!”

Our building design experts are available to answer any questions you may have about your building project. Call us at 800-825-0316 or contact us for more information.