Steel Buildings are for Neat Freaks

Do you consider yourself a neat freak? Do you have a low tolerance for clutter? Is your attic and basement packed to the brim with decorations, old clothes, and mementos of the past? Would you love to retain things for sentimental and practical value but would love to rid them from your immediate sight? A steel building is a product just for you.

Steel buildings act as your own personal storage facility. Commercial storage is growing in popularity, yet it can be inconvenient to travel to and from the facility. In addition, monthly fees become just another bill eating away at your income. Steel buildings are a practical and economical solution for you.

People often try to find ready solutions. It is not uncommon to designate a portion or an area in its entirety to storage. People, who once had a spacious basement, attic, or garage, may now find themselves with spaces overflowing with stuff that has accumulated over the years. How do you feel about paying rent or mortgage for rooms that merely house your stuff? Don’t you feel like you can better utilize the space? Take action and get yourself a steel building; it can fit right in the backyard. You won’t have to travel far to get your items when you need them.

Are you a mom or dad that loves your children, yet can’t stand to see toys cluttering every room in the house? Turn a steel building into a huge toy chest. Keep all of your children’s toys out of the way until kids want to use them. This way, kids stay satisfied and you can maintain order and your sanity.

Steel buildings are a great solution for neat freaks. Talk to one of our representatives today about our huge selection of models. We guarantee we have something that is perfect for you. Don’t see anything you love? Talk to our specialists about getting a steel building custom built to your exact specifications!

Do you find yourself in need of more space within your house and garage?  Over the years, people acquire more stuff while the room to accommodate all of it lessens.  What do you do when there is no more room in the attic, garage, basement, closet, etc.?  Many people decide to implement a storage shed in their backyard.  Storage sheds are economical and versatile storage solutions.

To begin, think about the size of your storage shed.  How much space can you afford to use in your yard?  We often urge people to think about a particular size and then go a little bigger.  Going bigger is better because it provides you with more options and storage space.  If you have the room, choose a larger-sized storage shed.

Discuss placement with us.  Solid and level ground is optimal, but there are other considerations such as convenience and the avoidance of obstructing views.  We want you to be happy with your storage shed, but it is best practice to discuss your wishes with us in order for the best end result.

What are you going to keep in your storage shed?  There are many things to place in a shed, but for your convenience, think about the entryway.  For instance, if you are keeping a large mower or motor bike in your shed, double doors or an extra-wide entryway may be optimal.  If you are only storing small items, then a normal-sized door is good enough.

Would you like electricity in your storage shed?  Talk to us about your plans.  The option of electricity is always good.  At some point, you may want to use the space as a small office situated with a computer and printer.  In this case, electricity is needed.

Do you want light in your storage shed?  If you are going to use the space as a work area, then an outside view is a good decision.  We have a number of sheds with windows.  In addition, we can discuss customized plans to build a shed to your exact wishes.

We have introduced a number of questions to get you to think about and envision your storage shed.  It is best practice to discuss your wishes with us and let us help you design or choose a shed that will serve you best.

Contact us to discuss plans or available models.  We have been doing this a long time and pride ourselves on providing customer satisfaction!  Don’t continue to put up with a lack of space, start planning for a storage shed today!

Storage Buildings – Why You Need to Purchase a Storage Building from Keen’s

Do you have enough storage space on your property or home? Many people would say that all the room in the world could never be enough. Storage space is a common need for many families. Commercial storage serves as a solution, but it is costly and inconvenient; who wants to travel all the way to a commercial storage site in order to retrieve items when needed? A storage building from Keen’s is a much more viable and economical choice.

Keen’s Buildings has a great reputation in the Southeast. We are the largest volume dealer of storage buildings in the area. For years, we have built a solid reputation in Florida and Georgia, but we have modified our reach in order to serve clients nationwide. One of the major reasons of expansion is the demand of customers. Storage buildings are useful in rural areas of Florida and Georgia, yet our products have such diverse uses, causing an increased demand all over the United States. If you want to rely on a provider who has experience and can provide quality products, then Keen’s is the right supplier for you.

We have huge selections of storage buildings. Use our Internet site to see some of the options and contact our friendly staff to discuss customized options. We have a variety of color options so you can match the color of your house or other outdoor buildings with the color of exterior panels and roof trims on carports, steel garages, gazebos and more.

Do you need your storage building to be certified to meet city, county, or state regulations for wind speed or snow load? That is no problem. We supply you with fantastic prices on both non-certified and certified models. Call our helpful staff to discuss your specific needs.

Are you worried about money in regard to your storage building purchase? Give our staff a call or utilize the online application form to finance your new building. If you are in good financial standing, you may qualify for zero money down. We do all we can for our valued customers. Call today and our experienced and efficient staff can begin installation within weeks!

Shed – Storage Sheds – Get a Garden Shed in Time for Spring

Spring is quickly approaching. Are you looking forward to tending to your garden? Are you looking forward to facing the clutter that resides in your garage? It is common for people to move things around in the garage according to immediate need. Garden equipment and materials get lodged somewhere in back crevices to make way for snow blowers, seasonal decorations, outdoor furniture, and other items related to seasons aside from spring. If you are tired of dealing with the clutter, the time is right for a garden shed.

Cost is the first thing you might be thinking about. We have rent-to-own with no money down options when you buy a shed from us. We have financing available as an alternative. Fill out the financing sheet on our Web site or give us a call to discuss the details. Bad credit is not a problem when you buy a shed from Keens Buildings. We think everyone deserves the convenience of a garden shed.

We supply sheds of different materials. We have wood-based or steel siding available to our customers. Our garden sheds come standard with hurricane clips, computer-stamped trusses, 2×6 floor joists on 16-inch centers, 4×6 pressure-treated skids, and ¾” pressure-treated flooring. In addition, we use screws to attach your garden shed to the floor rather than nails like other manufacturers, resulting in increased durability and efficiency.

Our valued customers have a few options when it comes to the siding of their garden shed. T1-11 siding is wood-based and very popular. It has a wood-grained look and very appealing to customers who prefer their garden shed have a natural look. We also offer Hardi-Plank; it is a ‘green choice’ because it saves endangered trees and does not release toxic chemicals into the environment. Those who seek the best in durability and want a garden shed that lasts a lifetime should consider our 29-gauge steel panels. Steel sheds can be purchased as certified or non-certified for wind speed and snow load. Vinyl siding is another option Keen’s Buildings offers. Vinyl siding is valued for its low maintenance and competitive prices.

With dozens of models and choices available, we think we have something that is right for you. Don’t let another spring pass you by without the aid of a garden shed. We have dozens of color choices and other options available to you. Give us a call today and get the process underway. We can have a new garden shed installed on your property within weeks of your order. Call today!

A storage building is a useful property implementation.  It can be used for storing tools, doing craftwork, housing lawn equipment, and more.  We provide our customers with several options in regard to the siding of their storage buildings.  Read about our exterior siding options.

T1-11

This choice features a natural wood-grained look.  The choice is celebrated by those who enjoy the emulation of a small wood cabin.  T1-11 was once the most popular choice, but other innovations have taken shape and some of the popularity away from it.  However, those who desire a more natural look still decide on our T1-11 siding.

Hardi-Plank

Green products are popular as more people become concerned about the environment and their own contributions to a green planet.  Hardi-Plank siding is an alternative to other traditional options.  Hardi-Plank or fiber cement siding is a composite material associated with the green movement; implementation of the material saves endangered trees and does not release harmful chemicals into the environment.  The new-age siding material closely resembles wood when implemented on your storage building.

29-Gauge Steel Panels

29-gauge steel is the most durable choice of siding for your storage building.  This steel siding will last a lifetime and the color options provide the opportunity to match the look of your house.  Steel storage buildings can be purchased as certified or non-certified for wind speed and snow load requirements.

Vinyl Siding

Vinyl siding has grown in popularity over the years. Storage building owners like the material due to low maintenance and economic pricing.  Our storage buildings feature vinyl siding installed over OSB (oriented stand board) for strength and endurance purposes.  This choice of siding will not flake or rot.  Like steel siding, vinyl siding is available in an array of colors.

Is it time for a storage shed? Do you have a clutter of things in your garage or around the side of your house? Do you hesitate to make new tool and garden purchases because you have no place for them? If this sounds all too familiar then it may be time for a storage shed.  To start, maybe you need to think of the uses for a storage shed. You can use a shed to store just about anything. Use one to store tools, garden supplies, sporting equipment, small tractors, motorcycles, etc. In addition, you can use a storage shed for hobbies such as making art. Do the kids need a playroom? The shed can become a clubhouse for them.

Secondly, you need to survey how much space you have to establish your outdoor shed. If you want to store something large such as a tractor or lawn equipment, you’ll want to be sure that the shed offers dimensions to house such items. If you want your shed to serve multiple functions, then maybe it would be best to purchase a larger one if you have the room to spare.  Sheds are offered in different materials. Choose from metal, wood, and vinyl sheds. Depending on preference, your geographic location, and the money you are willing to spend, you may decide one type of material is better than the others. Each type offers its advantages and disadvantages.

There are a lot of additions and extras you can implement such as windows, ventilation, and ramps. Your needed extras may depend on what purposes you will address with your shed. It is better to decide on the extras before you purchase the storage shed rather than attempt to implement them after the purchase.

Some people think that it is cheaper to build their own shed. This is not advised unless you are highly skilled. Even if you are handy, it may be difficult to duplicate the craftsmanship that is associated with professionally-built sheds.

Over the past few decades, steel carports and buildings have grown in popularity. Today’s economic climate and the concerted effort on the part of homeowners and the construction industry to adopt more environmentally sensitive products and methods make steel carports and steel buildings even more desirable.

Metal and steel construction is becoming an increasingly popular choice for warehouses, churches, gyms, community centers, schools, retail outlets, sports and riding arenas, livestock barns, storage facilities, airplane hangars, even homes. And Realtors nationwide say that a steel carport can significantly boost your property’s value.

Quality carports of any type construction are property value boosters. They offer homeowners protection for their cars, trucks, RVs, boats and other vehicles, whether an enclosed carport or open carport configuration. Enclosed steel carports can be used in an endless variety of fashions, from simple storage buildings to decorated kids’ playrooms, professionally outfitted automotive and wood workshops to decked-out man caves. With the right insulation and soundproofing, you can even turn your enclosed steel carport into a working music recording and mixing studio.

Steel carports by Keen’s Buildings are constructed with heavy-duty 29-gauge standard steel panels and 14-gauge standard steel tubular framing. We use steel because it’s durable, environmentally friendly, attractive and economical. A certified steel carport is guaranteed to withstand heavy snow loads and wind speeds of 110mph and 130mph to meet all city, county and state building code and permitting requirements. It’s not at the mercy of wood boring pests like termites, and it’s resistant to mold and mildew growth. And at the end of its usable life, it’s 100% recyclable.

Steel carports are cost effective, too. On average, building a steel carport will cost you 40% to 50% less than more conventional construction materials and methods. Despite the savings, installation of an open or enclosed steel carport will increase your property’s resale value and prompt a quicker sale, according to Realtors.

To learn more about all the benefits of an expertly installed steel carport, contact Keen’s Buildings at 386-364-7995 or via our convenient, online contact form.

When preparing the site for your new portable enclosed garage, carport or storage building from Keen’s Portable Buildings, there are a few things you can do beforehand that will make professional installation easier, quicker and more affordable.

First, it’s critical to know the location of any underground wire, gas lines or utility lines. If the site you choose for your new portable enclosed garage, carport or storage building does have any of these, extra safety precautions are in order, and you may have to choose a different site if the potential for danger warrants. Please remember that Keen’s Portable Buildings is not responsible for any damages that may occur if our professional installers are unaware of buried objects.

For quicker installation, please level the ground where you want your portable enclosed garage, carport or storage building to stand. If needed, our crew can dig a base rail into the ground for an extra labor charge. Our installers also can adjust the legs up or down two to three inches on the bottom rail of your carport or steel garage if your site is not completely level.

Keen’s Portable Buildings also can install your new portable enclosed garage, carport or storage building on a concrete slab, stem wall or paved black top. When pouring a concrete slab, keep in mind that the frame for your unit will always be one foot shorter than the roof in length. This will help keep rain and snow from coming into the open ends. Also, know that while we can not bolt any steel building directly to any home or building, we will place it as close as possible.

Our friendly associates and professional installers can answer any other questions you may have about preparing the site for your new portable enclosed garage, carport or storage building. Call us today at 386-364-7995.

Any Realtor will tell you that storage space is a big priority among homebuyers, especially today, as cash-strapped Americans are looking for ways to cut costs. Rather than pay for off-site storage rentals, many people are opting instead for affordable, portable storage buildings and sheds to keep their belongings safe and out of the way. But portable buildings can be used for much more than storage.

A portable building by Keen’s Portable Buildings can serve dozens of purposes. A top use is as a workshop for crafters, silk floral arrangers, woodcarvers, artists and those who love to tinker with small electronics. Pet and animal rescue organizations add climate control and outfit portable buildings with kennels for dogs, cats and other rescued critters. Does your teenager have at-home band practice, or worse yet – a garage band? Line the interior walls of your portable building with acoustic panels and let the kids jam. Younger kids will enjoy a portable building as a playhouse. And the “big kid” of the house surely has ideas for turning that portable building into a man cave already.

If you’re looking for some extra room either for storage or for a host of other possibilities, call Keen’s Portable Buildings at 386-364-7995 and let a friendly associate know what you have in mind. Our professional installers can customize a portable building just for you.

Important documents, Grandma’s antique armoire, family photos – These are all things that anyone would want to save and protect. To make sure your favorite memories and critical documents are safe for years to come, consider a metal shed, storage building or garage from Keen’s Portable Buildings.

There are multiple safety advantages to metal structures. They are highly resistant to damage by exposure to the sun, snow and rain and resulting moisture damage, such as mold. Certified metal sheds, storage buildings, garages are guaranteed to meet city, county and state permitting and code regulations and can be engineered to withstand heavy snow loads and, because metal sways, wind speeds of 110 mph, 130 mph and 150 mph. Steel and metal also are resistant to fire damage and pests such as termites.

Keen’s Portable Buildings offers metal sheds, metal storage buildings and metal garages in dozens of different sizes, configurations, roof styles and colors to fit your specific needs and match your home’s style. Financing is available and damaged credit is no problem. Professional installation is no extra charge and can be completed within days. Call Keen’s Portable Buildings at 386-364-7995 to find out how you can affordably and effectively protect all your family’s most important and beloved items.