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Originally Posted by onewhippedpuppy
I totally agree with Sid, the national steel building companies will slap up a building for the cheapest cost possible then skip town. Find a good local contractor who at least has a reputation to uphold locally.
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I do as well. We had a stable build over ten years ago and looked at Morton Building, etc. The advice I received was find local. We did and the structure is still as sound as can be.
He knew the codes, we went and looked at his other work, etc.
Some advice from me that hasn't already been given or some I'd like to amplify:
Make sure to accommodate for growth, even if you don't think you want specific functions:
Plan on insulation and heating/cooling in advance.
Spec for twice the power amps and power out lets than you think you'll need.
Plan on a separate enclosure/outside enclosure and power for a large compressor.
If you can plumb for a toilet and sink, do it.
At least one door that opens electronically from the comfort of your car.
Fans and fan placement with power outlets...I use really high end ones mounted on the walls that are worth every penny.
Shelving plan/storage plan.
Etc.
Concerning Garage Journal there are a few current and former Pelican Parts folks over there. I am one of them though I rarely post. The level of expertise on that site is spell binding.