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Great Western Building Systems
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Приєднався 4 лис 2019
Great Western provides pre-engineered steel building systems and metal building components to do-it-yourselfers, business owners, and construction professionals across the country.
We completely eliminate the “middleman” by producing the structural and secondary framing in our own factory in Grand Junction, CO. We manufacture pre-engineered steel building systems from American-made steel and every design is designed to handle any snow or wind load in the country.
You are purchasing directly from our plant to save time and money. Assembly is fast and easy, so you can complete the project and start putting it to use as quickly as possible
We create videos to feature projects and show a few of the many custom options available to our customers. We also include videos that show how-to put up a steel building. Many of our customers put their buildings up themselves, and this channel is a resource to help them every step of the way. Enjoy!
We completely eliminate the “middleman” by producing the structural and secondary framing in our own factory in Grand Junction, CO. We manufacture pre-engineered steel building systems from American-made steel and every design is designed to handle any snow or wind load in the country.
You are purchasing directly from our plant to save time and money. Assembly is fast and easy, so you can complete the project and start putting it to use as quickly as possible
We create videos to feature projects and show a few of the many custom options available to our customers. We also include videos that show how-to put up a steel building. Many of our customers put their buildings up themselves, and this channel is a resource to help them every step of the way. Enjoy!
45x50x16 Truck Storage / Garage - Connecticut
Today we meet with an awesome couple in South Eastern Connecticut who after purchasing and restoring a 6 acre farm needed a place to store their trucks and equipment out of the weather. Do to unforeseeable events their building materials were left for 4 years before they could finally begin to erect their dream garage! Click Here for 3D Tour : bit.ly/45x50CT
Our customers take a lot of pride in what they have built for themselves and we love sharing their stories with you. Even if you aren't currently building a Great Western Building we hope that you enjoy our videos, free tutorials and resources to help you get started on your journey. Build Great!
For those of you just discovering us:
Great Western Building Systems supplies high-quality pre-engineered steel buildings. On this Channel, we host videos of our featured projects, tutorials, how-to, tips and tricks, DIY suggestions, and answer frequently asked questions that new builders and customers commonly have. We hope that with our help anyone can learn how to put up a steel building. Many of our customers put their buildings up themselves, and this channel is a resource to help them every step of the way. Enjoy!
Tour the Factory Online ►► bit.ly/GWB360
Free 3D Building Tool ►► bit.ly/GWB-3DBuilder
Get a Free Quote ►► hello.gwbuildings.com/UA-cam
Or Call Us - +1 (800) 497-2135
Our customers take a lot of pride in what they have built for themselves and we love sharing their stories with you. Even if you aren't currently building a Great Western Building we hope that you enjoy our videos, free tutorials and resources to help you get started on your journey. Build Great!
For those of you just discovering us:
Great Western Building Systems supplies high-quality pre-engineered steel buildings. On this Channel, we host videos of our featured projects, tutorials, how-to, tips and tricks, DIY suggestions, and answer frequently asked questions that new builders and customers commonly have. We hope that with our help anyone can learn how to put up a steel building. Many of our customers put their buildings up themselves, and this channel is a resource to help them every step of the way. Enjoy!
Tour the Factory Online ►► bit.ly/GWB360
Free 3D Building Tool ►► bit.ly/GWB-3DBuilder
Get a Free Quote ►► hello.gwbuildings.com/UA-cam
Or Call Us - +1 (800) 497-2135
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Customer Interview: 24 x 24 DIY Steel Building Cost Breakdown
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Great Western Buildings customer Keith joins the company founder (Eric Beavers) for a discussion about his building experience and how much he spent building his metal shop on his property. Keith produces custom wood and metalworking products and needed a space to separate his welding, plasma cutting, and other metalworking attributes from the sawdust of his wood shop. He started this adventure...
How to Build a Steel Building - Trim, Gutters, Walls, and Roof - Complete Guide | GWB
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Chapters: 00:00:00 Start 00:00:33 Contact Us 00:01:10 Intro 00:01:36 How To Cut Trim 00:03:35 Miter Base Trim Type 1 00:09:44 Miter Base Trim Type 2 00:11:13 Base Trim Install 00:12:00 Screw Line and Predrilling 00:15:36 Eave Wall Panel Install 00:19:26 Rake Wall Panel Install 00:22:20 Cutting Eave Wall Panels 00:24:01 Rake Angle Screws 00:25:45 Cutting Rake Wall Panels 00:27:10 Corner Trim Ins...
Customer Interview: 40 x 60 Commercial Steel Building Full Cost Breakdown
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In our debut episode of our customer interview series, Chad, a customer of Great Western who has done a couple of videos with us in the past, sits down with the Founder and President of Great Western Buildings, Eric Beavers, to talk about his experience erecting the building, his overall cost of completion, and plenty more! Check out our previous coverage of Chad's building here: ua-cam.com/vid...
80x140 Horse Arena - What are you building
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80x140 Horse Arena - What are you building
40x50 Steel Garage - What Are You Building?
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Click Here for 3d Tour : bit.ly/44I5llB
How to Build a Steel Building - Start to Finish - Complete Guide | Great Western Building Systems
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Chapters: 00:00:00 Start 00:00:28 Contact Us 00:00:38 Floresta Intro 00:05:09 Unloading The Truck / Jobsite Prep 00:11:38 Beginning Construction 00:14:30 Bolts and Epoxy 00:19:27 First Columns and Girts 00:24:28 Brace Bays and Cross Bracing 00:27:10 Rod Bracing 00:32:51 Momentary Bracing 00:34:07 Paint and Primer 00:35:35 Understanding Purlins 00:38:29 Door Jamb Clips and Trims 00:46:40 Door Ja...
50x85x20 Barndominium / Barndo / Shouse - Missouri
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Today we meet with an awesome family in Missouri who decided they wanted to live closer to nature. They are building their own dream home with wrap around porch and custom amenities. This home includes a huge garage workshop area, a one of a kind layout with open floors, beautiful views on all sides of the home, and a two story living space for their growing family to thrive in. Click Here for ...
140x80 and 96x48 Custom Horse Arena with Joined Living Space - Northern Washington
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In todays video we meet the owner and operator of Hammer Mountain Construction, in Northern Washington. He tells us about the fantastic work they are doing for customers there and shows off his most recently completed project. This huge, beautiful riding arena full of custom options and creative design changes was completed by his company with only a 4 man crew! Our customers take a lot of prid...
How to Build a Steel Building - Floresta Series - EP 24 - Final Wrap Up - THANK YOU EVERYONE!
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So, you are considering buying or building a new garage, workshop, office, automotive, retail space, or commercial building. Whether you are searching for a place to start, or are in the final building stage of a new home for your business, you have come to the right place. That's a wrap!. The past 9 days have been such an amazing opportunity to build something great with our customers, our fri...
How to Build a Steel Building - Floresta Series - EP 23 - Roof Panels and Wind Safety
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So, you are considering buying or building a new garage, workshop, office, automotive, retail space, or commercial building. Whether you are searching for a place to start, or are in the final building stage of a new home for your business, you have come to the right place. Unproductive weather is creeping up on us as we reach for the finish line. This episode discusses safety measures and proc...
How to Build a Steel Building - Floresta Series - EP 22 - How to Trim Door Openings
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So, you are considering buying or building a new garage, workshop, office, automotive, retail space, or commercial building. Whether you are searching for a place to start, or are in the final building stage of a new home for your business, you have come to the right place. In this brief episode we go over one of the more common procedures that we recommend when installing the trim around your ...
How to Build a Steel Building - Floresta Series - EP 21 - Consequences of Skipping Pre-Drilling
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So, you are considering buying or building a new garage, workshop, office, automotive, retail space, or commercial building. Whether you are searching for a place to start, or are in the final building stage of a new home for your business, you have come to the right place. The guys made a mistake and didn't listen to Eric. In this brief episode we go over what went wrong and illustrate the con...
How to Build a Steel Building - Floresta Series - EP 20 - Roof Sheeting
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So, you are considering buying or building a new garage, workshop, office, automotive, retail space, or commercial building. Whether you are searching for a place to start, or are in the final building stage of a new home for your business, you have come to the right place. Here we are at the beginning of day 6! With three walls already up we start installing the roof panels. We hope that these...
How to Build a Steel Building - Floresta Series - EP 19 - Sheeting, Steel Line & Lap Screws
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So, you are considering buying or building a new garage, workshop, office, automotive, retail space, or commercial building. Whether you are searching for a place to start, or are in the final building stage of a new home for your business, you have come to the right place. With some extra hands we put up the back wall and discuss sheeting, lap screws, and finally get around to discussing the s...
How to Build a Steel Building - Floresta Series - EP 18 - Slotting a Column - Eric Makes a Mistake
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How to Build a Steel Building - Floresta Series - EP 18 - Slotting a Column - Eric Makes a Mistake
How to Build a Steel Building - Floresta Series - EP 17 - Stacking and Drilling Panels
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How to Build a Steel Building - Floresta Series - EP 17 - Stacking and Drilling Panels
How to Build a Steel Building - Floresta Series - EP 16 - Overview, Rake Angle and Base Trim
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How to Build a Steel Building - Floresta Series - EP 16 - Overview, Rake Angle and Base Trim
How to Build a Steel Building - Floresta Series - EP 15 - How to Square and Plumb an Endwall
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How to Build a Steel Building - Floresta Series - EP 15 - How to Square and Plumb an Endwall
How to Build a Steel Building - Floresta Series - EP 14 - Nesting Purlin & Spud Wrench Demonstration
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How to Build a Steel Building - Floresta Series - EP 14 - Nesting Purlin & Spud Wrench Demonstration
How to Build a Steel Building - Floresta Series - EP 13 - Misidentifying Uncommon Clips
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How to Build a Steel Building - Floresta Series - EP 13 - Misidentifying Uncommon Clips
How to Build a Steel Building - Floresta Series - EP 11 - Door Jamb Clips and Trim
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How to Build a Steel Building - Floresta Series - EP 11 - Door Jamb Clips and Trim
How to Build a Steel Building - Floresta Series - EP 12 - Door Jamb Trim Installation
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How to Build a Steel Building - Floresta Series - EP 12 - Door Jamb Trim Installation
How to Build a Steel Building - Floresta Series - EP 10 - Understanding Purlins
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How to Build a Steel Building - Floresta Series - EP 10 - Understanding Purlins
How to Build a Steel Building - Floresta Series - EP 9 - Paint and Primer
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How to Build a Steel Building - Floresta Series - EP 9 - Paint and Primer
How to Build a Steel Building - Floresta Series - EP 8 - Momentary Bracing
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How to Build a Steel Building - Floresta Series - EP 8 - Momentary Bracing
How to Build a Steel Building - Floresta Series - EP 7 - Rod Bracing Install
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How to Build a Steel Building - Floresta Series - EP 7 - Rod Bracing Install
How to Build a Steel Building - Floresta Series - EP 6 - Brace Bays and Cross Bracing
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How to Build a Steel Building - Floresta Series - EP 6 - Brace Bays and Cross Bracing
How to Build a Steel Building - Floresta Series - EP 5 - First Columns & Girts
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How to Build a Steel Building - Floresta Series - EP 5 - First Columns & Girts
How to Build a Steel Building - Floresta Series - EP 4 - Bolts & Epoxy
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How to Build a Steel Building - Floresta Series - EP 4 - Bolts & Epoxy
No drip edge on outside perimeter??
Hi @drholt2 - self framing windows do not require any additional flashing. We do provide a top flash usually but it is not required. The windows are what we call self flashing. If a nail fin (new construction) is being used then we would supply jamb, head and sill trims. Hope this helps. Thanks
How do i shim 3 columns that are lil over 1/4 th inch lower on the south (low side of single slope building
Hi @f1partisan160 If the pad is perfectly flat you could make a baseplate replica out of 1/4" plate steel to use as the shim. If it's not flat or you do not have access to the steel or tools to make a plate like that, steel concrete shims can be used. These usually come in a box at the big home centers in the concrete section, next to rebar and grout and tie straps. I believe the box is about 5 lbs and has 1/16 - 1/8" shims that measure about 2x3 inches or so. I don't recall exactly. Hope this helps. Thanks
no flashing or edging on the outside?
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Why is it that you don't put the "Gutter Straps" under the roof panels?
Hi @DAWIII - I suppose you could put it under the rib but gutters are installed after the roof is on and the gutter strap extends up the roof slope beyond the closure strip. So it would be difficult to install - considering the mastic and everything. With that said there's nothing structurally wrong with doing that. Just no good way to put it on. I can't share images in comments but if you'd like to reach out via email or something I could share a construction detail that would show it better than I am explaining it. Thanks :) Eric
Thanks Eric! I really appreciate your reply. I hope to make it up to Grand Junction soon, and I'll hit you up with some questions then.
Potential buyer How long are yall backed up in order to get started on my project?
Hi @Rubenfeletoa Lead Times are 6-8 weeks from fabrication release right now. Which is the same for new orders - so long as we don't need to hold the project for permitting or job site prep. Thanks
nice thanks, improving drafting!
those walls are only 18ft tall? they look much taller
Not a real buisiness, they have had my signature and money for four years now now 06/28/2024 no building or any sign of getting one
Hi @Ralph-y2m Can you respond with a job number? We can discuss right here in youtube chat. We were delayed significantly in 2022 and the first half of 2023, the same as almost every industry - but no one has ever had to wait 4 years for a building from Great Western. Eric Beavers
What kind of foundation do you have on this project??? how do you make sure your rebar is not going to be in the way?
Its funny how tall something looks vertical compared to horizontal.
You should wear tire socks on your telehandler,that was a rookie staff.
LOL
We are considering about doing the same thing. Same 60x100. What is average cost?
Thanks for showing the job without all the useless banter.
is it normal when you lap the girts/purlins that the holes need to be reamed out?
Hello Dan, Eric here, If the holes need to be reamed that is a sign of something else going on. However.... it is not abnormal - a simple issue with anchor bolts being 1/4 - 1/2" off can lead to some difficulty with laps - so it's a consideration of what is easier to do. Most people, even seasoned erectors, can miss minor deviations with bolts, squarness/plumbness of the building, etc... and not catch it until they are flying purlins - at that point - reaming purlin slots is a lot easier than taking the steel down to ream or slot somewhere else. Correct flange lapping and the use of a spud wrench should minimize this. If the holes have to be drilled or moved - it's a good idea to stop work and figure out the root cause - Calling construction support is probably a good idea at that point as well. Thanks
Sorry guys- I don’t have an interest in what y’all did to get to the point of needing a steel building. I just need to know that you needed the building and what happened from that point on.
Hello @rhondasmall8142 - thank you for the constructive criticism - yes the first part of the video was a bit long - we recognize that most people really aren't here to listen to us blah blahing :) We intend to make these more to the point and shorter in the future. Thanks
Good informative discussion!
Thank you - we do intend to make these a bit more to the point and a bit shorter in future videos.
If you plan to watch the entire series, and you happened to have clicked on the playlist, jump the last one. It is all of them in one video.
This is something that goes without saying but it still needs to be said. Thanks for making this video.
Do you recommend a video that shows site/concrete work and placing bolts?
Anyone guess how much to build this? My guess is $160K? What do you guy's think? Just my guess?
Thank you !!!
Makes a difference though...
temporary chain and binder or cable x braces really help stiffen the steel and also make the structure a little more ridged until the girts and purlins are installed. and yes having to adjust these for fit is a pain in the butt. it's way better than having the steel back on the ground.
Nice timing :)
Very good explanation of steel buildings, nice job!
Thank you for the video, you made it very informing for me.
The first span up and desconnecting it from the crane is always the most risky part. It will be standing naked as you called it. Therefore, before desconnecting from the crane, we always put tension belts, like the ones used on trucks, 6 in total, 3 to each direction at the gutters and at the eve. We use the racket to position the span as vertical as possible. Only then we disconnect the crane, then we lift the next span as quickly as possible, fix purlins at the corners and at the eve followed inmediatly the wind braces. Then you have 2 spans up and secured. Only then you can take a breath and continue building. The tension belts we'll usually let them until the structure is complete and they get in the way. Oh the tension belts you fix to whatever heavy thing that may serve, but if you connect it to any vehicle like a fork lift or so, I'll have the keys in my pocket.... you don't want anyone to drive off with the structura attached. And when operating a lift around the belts, make sure a guy on the ground is keeping an eye. One of our teams met disaster when a lift hit a temportary wind bracing cable.
This is great input! Thank you
Great video! very straight forward and informative.
A large metal hanger was being built at MacDill AFB FL, when disaster struck. The error that was made, was installing the rafters, but not fastening them to each other. The wind came up that night, tipping over the rafters, which bent the sills and vertical beams. The building was a total loss.
HI Robert, The latest high visibility collapse just happened about 6 weeks ago in Boise - Very sad - several people died. Large Commercial project - I've poured over the available pictures and can't figure it out. Usually this is erector fault - which can be seen by the frames falling like dominos (as you said) but this one doesn't appear to have failed like that. I know the manufacturer - and they're not the corner cutting type - such a mystery. Thanks for the insight and comment. Eric
wind braces and cross ties are standard in uk
What made you choose the spray on insulation as opposed to the fiberglass roll type used on metal buildings?
I need a building and have been all over the internet looking for the best option, this was very informative. Thanks
Congrats, your new home looks awesome, looking forward to seeing the finished product.
I'm wanting to do this as well. What's a hard ballpark cost for building and the slab?
I love it
Quite the Opus collection... thanks for the video. Charles
Hello do u know hw to get contact with the builder As well as what is the price on the same like this church let me know we also thinking to build in Pennsylvania Harrisburg
I built prefabricated steel buildings for many years, I have seen so many people cut corners. Educated erectors are the key
Ron, thank you for the video very helpful we have lived here in Tuson since 2016 moved from Michigan not as cold as Wisconsin but was inspired by your video. looking to build the exact size building here in Vail was wondering do you have the plans for that building?
Wahoo! What a fun building to be a part of. We plan on providing some supplemental videos to go over some of the finer details. Stay tuned to this series. It'll take a little while but there will be some more footage added. Aaron, Garret, Dom and Bear! Glad we did this together - you make GWB a very special place. Tod C - You know how much I love you and yours Tim R. - You're the man! Russ too! Thank you David and Belinda - your hospitality and dedication to your property and our friendship means so much. Matt B. - I know hard working people and you put them to shame - Your family isn't so bad either :)
I'm a site manager for one of the largest erection companies in the US. This can be stopped with a dedicated temp. bracing plan. Great video. However, depending upon how many frame lines are in a building determines upon if the wall sheets catches more wind than the web of the rafters. You also have to calculate rafter depth and percentage lost due to wind shear on each rafter. On these small buildings shown, the wall sheets will always catch more wind. Once you get into much larger facilities this changes. I'm on my wife's UA-cam account BTW.
I’ll be pending on your next videos👍
Thanks you answered a lot of my questions thank so much
Pre-drilling is such a game changer. I've done re-sheets in the past and screwed once on the wall. What a pain. Having everything done ahead of time, and ensure a consistent look is the way to go for sure!
How can I speak with you directly about a building around Cheyenne Wyoming
Hi, Please reach out through our website for questions and for a quote. Please see the contact information in the video description.
How do I contact you? Do you erect buildings around Cheyenne Wyoming
Hi Jackolson3449 - You can reach out to us for a quote or answers to questions through our website and contact information in the video description. Thank you
Keep up the great videos. Your buildings are great. I am so happy with mine.
Hi Michael, thank you for the kind comment. Glad you are happy with your building.
Hi Eric!
Were these new construction or replacement windows?
Hi Allison, these windows were put in as part of new a new construction but they can also be used as a retrofit solution. These windows do not require a framed opening and are a bit less expensive than a traditional new construction window so they make a good option for both scenarios. Really depends on if there will be a finished wall or heavy insulation on the walls to decide if the cost savings is worth it for new construction. Thanks
Where can I buy these windows?
We took a Sharpee marker and wrote the numbers on all the clips so we wouldn't have that problem. We also used the Sharpee on lots of other parts that had a white paper sticker on them with the part number because the rain was wearing off the sticker.