Frequently Asked Questions

1. What if I choose not to erect the building myself?

General Steel can often provide a list of qualified independent contractors to erect your metal building. We have worked with many general contractors and many are familiar with General Steel buildings.

2. Is there a warranty available on the building?

General Steel metal buildings come with a limited warranty. Please talk to your project manager or dealer for greater details.

3. How difficult is it to erect my building?

Some of our customers who purchase smaller buildings choose to erect their own metal building since we supply a bolt together, all-steel frame, which is precision manufactured for easy construction. General Steel metal buildings come with standard product drawings to help in the construction of the building. A qualified contractor or metal building erector should erect larger, more complex buildings.

4. Will my building conform to local building codes?

General Steel metal buildings are engineer certified to comply with all U.S. building codes.

5. What if I have questions during the erecting of my building?

General Steel has a technical service department ready to answer your questions and help you through the process of erecting your metal building.

3. Is there a General Steel Metal Buildings location near me?

We ship buildings from 6 locations, including: Houston,TX ; Phoenix, AZ.; Lockeford, CA.; Monticello, IA.; Elizabethton, TN.; Hamilton, Ontario, Canada.

8. What kind of doors and windows are available?

General Steel metal buildings have a wide variety of doors, windows, and associated parts to fit our buildings. Refer to the accessories page for more details.

6. Can I do customized features on my building?

We have as a wide variety of finishes and features that will help your building reflect your personal taste and needs. Just ask our customer service people to explain some of the things you can do to customize your building. Please refer to the custom exteriors page or accessories page.