Make Your Backyard Happy with a Metal Carport If you do not have a carport, then you have probably considered installing one over the years. Metal carports not only offer you a space for your vehicle, but they also provide protection from the weather and can come with walls if you want to add a storage space too. If you are thinking about investing in a carport, American Metal Buildings is here. We have all the up-to-date information and have been building carports for our clients for many years. So take a look at the benefits of installing a carport...

Agriculture has been an essential part of the American economy, and farming is especially big business in Texas. According to the state’s Department of Agriculture, Texas leads the nation in farms and ranches with more than 248,000 spanning across 127 million acres. It takes massive amounts of materials and equipment to complete the work, so it is crucial to keep them in a safe and secure place. American Metal Buildings is a leading dealer in providing steel farm buildings for Austin, Texas, and its surrounding areas. The company proudly specializes in American-made metal buildings that provide hard-working American jobs for its...

Your metal building's strength lies in the foundation, and hence, having the right foundation is imperative. Not only can the use of the wrong foundation strategy be costly to you in the long run, but it can also compromise the safety and structure of the entire building. One of the first steps in planning for your metal building is to hire a contractor that can build the foundation. Metal buildings are massive structures and require a stable foundation. You and your contractor will need to assess the soil's condition, potential frosts, and the building's overall weight. Going through the permit...

Investing in a metal building is a fantastic way to add valuable space to your property, use for your business, or otherwise facilitate your needs. However, buildings are a significant commitment, both in terms of financial investment and time. As such, it’s vital that your building fits your needs exactly, or you could be stuck with a structure that doesn’t quite work for you. Sometimes, your needs are anything but straightforward, making your metal building design a bit more complicated. Enter combo buildings. These fantastic hybrid steel buildings provide you the best of both worlds, giving you the ultimate in...

Transportation is one of the primary elements of American life. From a commuter car that economically and reliably gets you to and from work to a hotrod that only sees pavement on the way to a car show, vehicles are a part necessity, part hobby, and all American. No matter what your reasoning may be, from ensuring you can attend class to passing on a passion to your grandkids, there are a few key considerations you should make before you buy a car. After all, vehicles are significant investments. Aside from home, vehicles are the most expensive purchase the average...

The United States is built on the business ventures of ambitious Americans. Every year, a large number of businesses are started and experience growth. While success can be determined by a variety of factors, one of the keys to unlocking a business’ full potential lies in its efficiency. That efficiency is often linked to the productivity of the space in which the business exists. In other words, there is a strong correlation between a business’ facilities and the successfulness of the business. Thanks to their versatility, tremendous amounts of usable space, and overall cost-effectiveness, commercial and industrial steel buildings have...

The popularity of storage buildings in the United States is incredibly high. These buildings are versatile, serve an integral role in both business and residential applications, and have many other inherent qualities that keep them in high demand. Because there is a myriad of options when it comes to selecting the right storage building for your needs, the process of finding the perfect building can be a little intimidating. With American Metal Buildings on your side, that no longer has to be the case. Check out the guide to finding the right storage building for your needs below! Size Recommendations...

Metal sheds are a popular solution to storage needs of all kinds, whether they are agricultural, commercial, or residential. They are also so much more than simple storage buildings. Thanks to the versatility offered by steel sheds from American Metal Buildings, there’s almost no need they cannot meet. With such versatility and other great benefits, the demand for metal sheds has increased dramatically. More and more Americans are coming up with creative ways to use their custom prefab sheds for their own enjoyment and business pursuits. The cost-effectiveness of using these fantastic buildings makes them a wonderful investment for Americans...

Summer brings family barbeques, road trips, and days by the pool. It’s a time of bonding, joy, and leisure. Most people look forward to this season of freedom with anticipation year-round. It’s an exciting time, undoubtedly! However, summer also brings heat and rising energy bills. To help you save money on those energy bills—even during the summer heat—we’ve put together a quick guide full of energy-saving tips. With the peace-of-mind that comes with knowing your energy bills will be kept low, you can truly enjoy summer without inhibition. Read on to unlock the full potential of the summer season with...

For several years now, the popularity of working from home has been on the rise. Technology has helped streamline this process and make remote communication and interconnectedness easier than ever. With businesses already trending in this direction, it seemed all that was missing was the incentive to take the leap and fully commit to a work-from-home model. That push came in the form of a tragic global pandemic. With social distancing guidelines in place, many were left with no choice but to embrace the work from the home method of conducting business. For the safety of customers and employees, this...