The Mid-Atlantic is a staple of Americana. It’s home to the nation’s capital and historic locations that served as the foundation of the United States we know today. American history and culture are abundant throughout the region, from the glorious smokey mountains in North Carolina to the streets of Baltimore and New York City. It’s no wonder it’s such an attractive place to live. That’s not to say taking up residency there doesn’t come with its own set of challenges.
Though George Washington and his men crossing the Delaware on a frigid Christmas day in 1776 are firmly in the past, the harsh winters of the Mid-Atlantic remain. Substantial snowfall and icy conditions in winter can take a toll on both citizens and buildings throughout the Mid-Atlantic. On top of that, fall brings ferocious Gulf Stream winds, and come Spring and summer, there’s always an impending possibility of a hurricane. The Mid-Atlantic states of New York, New Jersey, Maryland, Pennsylvania, Delaware, Virginia, and West Virginia (as well as Washington D.C.) demand a safe and dependable building that can withstand the elements and the test of time. That’s why a metal building is the perfect solution for the Mid-Atlantic.
Why Choose a Metal Building in the Mid-Atlantic?
When it comes to building materials, steel is a robust and dependable material that typically has no cost penalty compared to traditional wooden construction. In some cases, a metal building kit is more affordable than a similar wooden building. That said, steel is inherently much stronger than wood. As a result, a metal building is advantageous in overall strength and far more resistant to the effects of weather and climate than a wooden building.
Understandably, one might hesitate to spring for a metal building in a climate with copious humidity, snow, and hefty storms for fear of rust and corrosion—however, modern coating solutions like G90 Galvanization. G90 Galvanized steel uses a thick Zinc coating that stands between your building material and the elements to prevent rust and corrosion. In addition, modern insulation solutions avoid the accumulation of moisture within the building’s structure to prevent corrosion further.
A well-engineered metal building kit is typically quick to erect, which equates to less time spent on the job site. In addition, prefabricated buildings ensure limited waste on the job site. Ultimately, a metal building kit allows you to focus solely on the construction project without worrying about whether or not you’ve got the appropriate amount of materials on hand and can keep a project on even the strictest of timelines.Â
Ultimately, a metal building is the perfect Mid-Atlantic solution. It’s simple, quick to erect, and robust enough to withstand a wide array of elemental impacts for decades.
Why Great Western is Your Mid-Atlantic Metal Building Solution
At Great Western, we strive to provide a building that will last a lifetime. That’s why every building we manufacture comes back with a lifetime structural warranty. Importantly, our expert designers are intimately familiar with International Building Code (IBC) requirements for things like wind loads, snow loads, and more. Each building we design and manufacture is catered specifically to the customer’s unique use case and location to ensure it’s robust and long-lasting. No matter the climate, Great Western can provide you with a building that perfectly suits your needs and provides peace of mind about its longevity. Better still, metal buildings require little to no maintenance. So, you can rest easy knowing that you’ve got decades of worry-free building use coming your way.
Our buildings use a clear-span design, meaning there are no interior columns to interfere with usable space. Space for a building can be a commodity, so opting for a clear-span building means maximizing the usability of your building’s footprint. Whether you’re adding a small building to your personal property for recreational use or a warehouse or industrial building for manufacturing or retail purposes, the flexibility of a wide-open interior clear-span metal building supports virtually any discipline. In addition, our buildings are highly customizable and can be designed to support traditional siding and roof solutions to meet city and HOA restrictions.
Our buildings are designed with first-time builders and DIY-ers in mind. That’s why every component is precisely engineered and manufactured for a perfect fit. As a result, our buildings are straightforward to erect and require nothing more than basic construction experience. We also provide our customers with an industry-leading erection manual that is in-depth and intuitive. Finally, we also offer a 24/7 customer support hotline to ensure we answer any questions that may arise from the design phase to delivery and construction.Â
Make It Yours in The Mid-Atlantic
Our designers have decades of experience that leads to our customers getting the perfect building for their intended use. From industrial additions like mezzanines, ventilation systems, and cranes to designs that support traditional residential siding solutions like Stucco and Brick, our buildings have the flexibility to suit virtually any customer’s desire and use.
If you’ve got a unique use case that isn’t on the list, contact us directly, and we’ll work with you to provide the building you need.
Common Metal Building Use Cases
- Industrial and Manufacturing facilities
- Home Garages and Workshops
- Heavy machinery storage
- Aircraft hangars
- Agricultural barns and storage
- Residential homes and barndominiums
- Home sports and training facilities
- Churches
- Commercial facilities
- Equestrian stables and riding arenas
- Warehouses
- Government buildings
Our 3D Building Designer allows you to visualize your building and customize it with exterior color choices, window and door design and placement, roof shapes, and additions like lean-tos, eve extensions, and cupolas. Its simple click-and-drag functionality allows you to take the reins in outlining your perfect building. Once your preliminary design is done, it’s as simple as submitting it to our team for a free quote. If you’re unsure where to start, contact our team directly with your available space, location, and building use needs. We’ll work with you to design your perfect building and provide a free and accurate estimate.
Why Choose Great Western Buildings?
At Great Western, each building project we complete is built on the back of our core values in designing high-quality American-made buildings that we can stand behind for life. Moreover, we strive to ensure that our customers get the exact building that they want. Our team works with you to create a building that meets the needs of your specific use case, location, and budget. Designed with the DIY-er and first-time builder in mind, Great Western Buildings are affordable and simple to erect. If you run into an issue or have a question, we have a 24/7 construction support hotline to take care of you.
Every Great Western Building comes with a lifetime structural warranty. You can take solace in knowing that our designers leave no stone unturned when it comes to your local codes and climate requirements no matter what size building you’re in the market for. Our team’s expansive knowledge of our structures and experience in designing buildings for all regions and climates funnel into your building to make it exactly that; YOUR building.
Design Your Custom Building
Great Western’s custom design tool allows you to design, customize, and price the best metal building for your needs. You can also share and print your designs or save them and modify them later.