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    Need Help With Steel Building Project

    Hello TBHers, I am in need of some advice, suggestions and references if you have any. I am getting ready to build a steel building (shop/garage) on my land and I am looking to see if any of ya'll have done this lately or in the process. I have never done this and I am looking for any help I can get to make sure I make the right choices and have all the knowledge possible.

    I am looking at getting a Whirlwind Steel Building out of Houston. If I use this company I will have to find my own contractor to build, concrete contractor, engineer, etc.. Does anyone have other suggestions of a good company? Maybe a company that does the whole package i.e supplies building, concrete slab, engineering person.

    If you are in this line of business, please feel free to contact me at 281-734-6322 or email me at srd322@aol.com. Any help will be much appreciated !!!

    Thank you in advance,
    Stephen
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    #2
    Whirlwind should have a list that they us.

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      #3
      "Call the General!!"

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        #4
        I would think that Whirlwind should have all of that information. How big of a project are you talking about?

        Have you checked with any other building companies. I know Mueller has some great looking buildings.

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          #5
          I better watch this one....i am looking to do a 64 foot long building (with indoor bow range) that is about 40 feet wide to fit all my hunting gear into.

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            #6
            Originally posted by Landrover View Post
            I better watch this one....i am looking to do a 64 foot long building (with indoor bow range) that is about 40 feet wide to fit all my hunting gear into.
            64 x 40 = That gonna be big enough??

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              #7
              Originally posted by Bullydog View Post
              64 x 40 = That gonna be big enough??
              Ahhhhh......i don't know! I just want one lane for the range, the rest is for the 31 foot Travel Trailer, stands, ATV, golf cart, freezers, trailer, refrigerators.....
              man, the list is getting long! I am currently spending $112 a month for storage and it is packed solid.

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                #8
                No I agree, was kinda thinkin it wouldnt be big enough. Im in the same boat. 35 foot 5th wheel, ranger...trailer for ranger, all my gear, kids stuff...etc... - Space is getting cramped, and Im paying to much for storage as well. I will be paying close attention also, hoping to get some good starting points. Wife and I have been talking about building for months....

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                  #9
                  I do this as a second job, but not in your area. BWSSR

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                    #10
                    Oscar, you should build your building in multiples of 20'. Custom engineering of parts will drive the cost through the roof, cause everything has to be made to fit. from the purlins to the sides and roof. So you should really build a 80x40, and you will find a way to fill the extra space quickly. I know someone that could possibly do the stuff in the N. TX area if someone needs the info.

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                      #11
                      contact me with any questions about manufacturers or const.. I would be happy to help. I build about 10 a year. Just make sure you compare apples with apples.

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                        #12
                        Originally posted by bowhuntntxn View Post
                        Oscar, you should build your building in multiples of 20'. Custom engineering of parts will drive the cost through the roof, cause everything has to be made to fit. from the purlins to the sides and roof. So you should really build a 80x40, and you will find a way to fill the extra space quickly. I know someone that could possibly do the stuff in the N. TX area if someone needs the info.
                        Very good info sir! Shows how little i know about this stuff. Man, 80 feet long....whew........well i guess my wife will put all the Christmas stuff out there to fill it out nicely!!!

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                          #13
                          I am about to build a 30x40 and have got several good references on these guys.

                          Texas Metal Buildings, Texas Steel Buildings, Texas Barn, Texas Barns
                          http://www.wdmb.com/
                          Texas quality metal and steel buildings with 5" concrete slabs,turn-key erection,installed overhead doors any many more options.Avaiable in 50 Texas counties.


                          They have a design it and price it section on the site and hopefully it will give you some ideas. I had the concrete guy out this past weekend and the slab for it is going to be around $6.50 sf. I still need to talk to an electrician about the wiring cost.

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                            #14
                            this is what i do for a living. I would be glad to give you a price or answer any questions. I don't know where you are located, but i have three crews: Huntsville area, Nacogdoches area, and Austin area. Feel free to call me (936)462 9445. Ask for Jay

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                              #15
                              My best advice would be to "Get a time line in writing". No offense, but it is a pain waiting and waiting and then waiting some more.

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