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What are Prefab Garage Kits?
The idea of prefab garage kits is fairly recent, as a matter of fact, the word prefabricated only dates back to 1932. It means "to fabricate the parts of at a factory so that construction consists mainly of assembling and uniting standardized parts". In other words, the pieces are made in a factory to exacting standards, and then the parts are shipped to location where they are assembled.
There are many companies that make prefabricated buildings, but one of the most innovative and leading companies is VersaTube, based out of Tennessee. They were founded in 1994 by Tim Soder and Bruce Ostrander, and are still a privately owned business today. VersaTube's outstanding growth was noted in 2007 when they were recognized by Inc. 5000, making the magazines list of "The Fastest Growing Private Companies in America" based upon revenue growth from 2003 through 2006. Due to their growth, they opened a second manufacturing facility in Arizona, allowing better service to the West Coast.
Now, we live in northern Idaho, not to be mixed up with the southern part of the state where potato's are grown. We are up in lake and mountain country. My husband noted the other day how a majority of homes had a large outbuilding that was used for a garage, shop, equipment storage, extra space or for whatever is needed. There is just so much that you can do with an extra building, so the option of prefab garage kits is wonderful. Besides usefulness, it adds value to your property. And with VersaTube's patented framing system, building your own garage or outbuilding is easier than ever before.
VersaTube prefab garage kits use steel framing. The patented system uses an innovative machined process that VersaTube has termed "swaging". Swaging creates "Slip-Fit" frame connectors in which one piece of the steel framing easily slips into the end of the other piece, no connector insert tubes are needed, which streamlines and simplifies the assembly process.
The steel that VersaTube uses is of the highest quality, heavy duty, galvanized steel. It has three layers of zinc bonding for corrosion protection, and a clear polymer coating to provide a nice looking finish. The triple layer zinc bonding has proven to resist rust two times longer than other steel tubing products.
The idea of steel framing is becoming popular, especially in steel buildings. Steel offers a lot of features, such as being cost effective, it is strong, durable and lightweight, it is long lasting and recyclable, easy to install and is low maintenance. With these and other advantages, VersaTube soon saw the growing need in the market for complete building packages (they originally started out with just the framing system). Besides prefab garage kits, they also offer RV covers, carports, horse barns, loafing sheds, boat slip covers and canopy's. Many people (residential and commercial) have found other uses for VersaTube buildings to suit their needs perfectly. As a matter of fact, last year when the Lansing, MI Ford Airport was undergoing construction, they used a VersaTube building to create a covered walkway to protect pedestrians entering the terminals, both from the construction and inclement weather.
Regardless of the size you need, VersaTube prefab garage kits will work for you. Easy for a couple of people to assemble in a weekend, you get a high quality building with an excellent warranty for the fraction of the cost of a more labor intensive structure.
About the Author
MJ is a freelance writer for Clickshops, Inc. where you can find a great selection of prefabricated garage kits to suit your needs at www.prefabricatedgaragekits.com.
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Quality Carport Kits You Can Assemble Yourself
Thinking about carport kits? If so, that probably means that you like to do projects and are likely a do-it-yourselfer. Good for you. You are going to save money putting up a carport without the extra expense of paying somebody else to do what you can do yourself. It also means you've got a lot to think about. What size carport, where to put it, will the boss agree, can you actually assemble one by yourself? All of these questions and others are important to address before committing to a purchase. I am here to tell you that, as far as the difficulty of assembly, it can be done by almost anyone with basic skills and tools. Carport kits just aren't that complicated to assemble. If you can follow some basic instructions and operate some basic hand tools, then you are mere moments away from standing back in satisfaction, as you admire your new carport. So let's take a closer look at two types of carport kits that you can put up yourself.
Portable carport kits are more than simple canopies. And while those have a place and a purpose, what I want to emphasize and focus on here are the more substantial professional-grade carports that allow for expanded storage and/or protection for cars, RV's, boats, motor sport vehicles, or other items. These move away from flimsy and wimpy to substantial and hefty. Obviously, as the quality of the carport goes up, so does the price. But that's one of the real appeals of carport kits over traditional buildings, they are much cheaper while still giving the protection and peace of mind you need.
One of my favorite brands is the Jewett-Cameron. The carport kits put out by this company include top-of-the-line commercial grade galvanized steel frames and connections. I like the zippered door and solid end. The Hi-Boy heavy duty models come in multiple lengths from 24' to 28' to 32'. They are a standard 12' wide and just over 10' tall, plenty of room. Assembly of these carport kits is particularly quick and easy due to three piece construction and quick connect assembly. There is also an optional anchor kit that includes 6 anchors and stainless steel cable for the highest level of stability, longevity, and portability.
For those needing something more permanent, metal carport kits to the rescue. Rhino Shelters make steel carport kits that are open sided and open ended. Given the choice, steel is always a better route to go over aluminum. They are available in configurations suitable for RV's and other vehicles. They even have double car units. One of the things that make these simple to assemble is that they are made with pre-drilled frame assemblies. The frames are heavy duty square tube steel and comes with everything you need to assemble the carport quickly and easily. The roofing metal is a fluted steel that comes cut to length and painted with a baked on finish.
VersaTube is another manufacturer well worth considering. Carport kits by this company are available in multiple colors and have optional siding options. They even have optional end enclosures available. Ease of construction and top quality materials define these units.
Whether you need portable or more permanent metal protection for your car, truck, RV, boat, or other items, quality carport kits are available that you can assemble yourself. Go for it!
About the Author
MJ is a freelance writer for Clickshops, Inc. where you can find a great selection of carport kits to protect your cars and other equipment at www.detachedcarports.com.