Q:      Do I really need to anchor my steel building?

A:      Of course, anchoring a prefabricated steel building is crucial in preventing possible wind damage. The anchor bolt settings are as important  as the steel building’s foundation. Anchor bolt kits are available for all types of foundations.

Ask your prefabricated steel buildings manufacturer about anchor bolt kits for your metal structure. Usually, steel building manufacturers have certified installers of anchor bolts who are familiar with their steel buildings.

Q:      Does the prefabricated steel building kit contain everything I need to construct the metal structure?

A:      No, prefabricated steel building kits do not include the foundation or flooring, the tools needed to assemble the metal structure, and the anchor bolt kit. The steel building kit does not even include the doors and windows because they are classified as accessories.

When requesting for a price quote from a potential steel building supplier, include the price of doors and windows, unless you want to buy them somewhere else.

Q:      Is the erection manual easy to follow?

A:      Reputable prefabricated steel building manufacturers provide erection manuals that are easy to read and follow. They contain step-by-step instructions and detailed diagrams to assist you. Just make sure that the steel building parts, have been properly marked with their identification numbers, by the manufacturer.

It is a good idea that you first, carefully read the erection manual prior to assembling your steel building. Also make sure, that the tools needed are already at hand.

As part of their customer service, many large prefabricated steel buildings manufacturers have a generic erection manual on their websites, so customers can get a feel of what is going to happen.