North Carolina Metal Garages

Yes. Generally, a building permit is mandatory when installing a new metal garage in North Carolina. However, building codes can differ significantly between counties and cities. Therefore:

• Check with your local building authority before proceeding with your garage installation
• Ensure your garage is allowed by local zoning laws

Your first point of contact should be your local city or county building authority and zoning office. They’re the experts on local requirements.

You’ll want to inquire about their application process and what documentation they need—this might include details about your custom buildings, such as building height or the pad size.

If you require building plans, we can provide them for you after you purchase your garage. Also, if you need any help with the process, our team of building specialists can offer expert advice and general guidance. However, the property owner is responsible for conducting the due diligence, and the local officials ultimately issue the actual permit.

Generally, yes. Our metal garages are designed to be durable structures, offering robust protection against North Carolina’s sometimes harsh weather, including strong winds and some lower-category hurricanes (Categories 1, 2, and 3).

• We offer certified metal garages rated for 150 mph winds and even stronger structures rated for 170 mph winds. These types of metal buildings often include an optional 12-gauge upgrade and specific building anchors for enhanced structural integrity.
• The vertical roof style, with its strong roof panels, is particularly adept at handling harsh weather elements and shedding excess rainfall or snow. 
• You can discuss add-on protection features with our team to ensure you get the perfect garage that meets your specific needs for withstanding heavy snows or high winds, aligning with local snow load requirements.

That said, it’s important to note that ratings are for wind gust speeds, not sustained wind speeds, such as those experienced in Category 4 or 5 hurricanes.

Maintaining one of our metal garages in NC’s humid climate is refreshingly straightforward, especially compared to wooden alternatives:

• Our metal barns and garages are constructed using galvanized steel and durable roof paneling, which naturally resist rust and corrosion. This offers a significant advantage in humid conditions.
• Basic upkeep involves occasionally cleaning the surfaces and ensuring gutters (if added) are clear to prevent water buildup.

Other than that, if you have a solid foundation that drives water away from the building and doesn’t puddle at the base, you’ll have a reliable steel building for years.

We even provide a 20-year rust-through warranty on the optional 12-gauge framing and most roof panels, alongside a 1-year craftsmanship warranty to back this up.