Before the crew arrives
- Site level within three inches across the footprint
- Footprint clear of vehicles, equipment, and stored material
- Delivery approach clear of low branches and soft ground
- You or an authorized decision maker present at the start
- Permit posted if your jurisdiction requires it
The sequence
| Stage | Typical time | What happens |
|---|---|---|
| Arrival and walkthrough | 30 minutes | Confirm placement, orientation, and door locations with you |
| Layout and anchoring | 1 to 2 hours | Square the footprint, set anchors to spec |
| Frame raising | 2 to 3 hours | Bows and legs assembled and stood up bay by bay |
| Roof sheeting | 1 to 2 hours | Panels, trim, and ridge cap |
| Walls and doors | 2 to 4 hours | Only on enclosed builds |
| Cleanup and sign off | 30 minutes | Site cleared, walkthrough with you |
The three things that cause delays
Unlevel ground is the most common. The crew cannot fix grading on site, so an out of level footprint means rescheduling.
Access is second. A 40 foot trailer that cannot reach the site is a wasted trip.
Weather is third. We do not raise steel frames in lightning or sustained high wind. That is a safety rule, not a preference.
What you sign off on
At the end the crew lead walks the building with you: placement, squareness, panel alignment, door operation, and anchor count. Raise anything you are unhappy with then, while the crew and the tools are still there.
You will get your warranty documentation and, on certified builds, the stamped drawings for your records.
After install
Check the anchors after the first heavy weather event and again at six months. Ground anchors can seat slightly in soft soil.
Rinse panels once or twice a year in coastal or high dust areas. That is the entire maintenance schedule.