Mini Storage

Learn The Differences Between Commercial Building and Mini Storage Construction

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Mini Storage Building Design Tips | Types of Metal Buildings | Austin Building Systems, Inc.

Mini Storage buildings and commercial steel buildings have some similarities but fundamental differences when it comes down to construction. This article explains the key differences between mini storage construction and commercial building construction. Mini Storage Buildings Construction Mini storage or self storage, also referred to as pre-engineered metal buildings, are fully enclosed buildings with  individual … Read more

Three Critical Design Elements your RV and Boat Mini Storage Building must have

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Boat Mini Storage | RV Mini Storage | Austin Building Systems

There are certain characteristics of RV and boat mini storage building design that are different from standard mini storage buildings. One must pay attention to these design elements, or face customer dissatisfaction and low building utilization. Here are three RV and boat mini storage building design elements key to a successful mini storage business. 1) … Read more

Getting Started with Mini Storage Building Projects

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Mini Storage Buildings | Mini storage Building Design Elements | Contact Us | Roll Up Doors |Commercial Roll Up Doors | Austin Building Systems, Inc.

For a PDF Version of this Article, Click Here For new property prospectors and existing expansion sites Typically you can get 35% to 40% under roof of property purchased after set backs are configured. Example: 43,560 square foot lot or 1 acre you can get 15,250 square feet + or – under roof. Research your property … Read more

Get the right roof pitch on Mini Storage

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Typical  or  standard roof pitch on a  mini storage building  is ½:12  or a rise of ½” per foot from the eve ( gutter) to the center of the building.   ½:12 pitch is most cost effective and the mini storage building supplier will engineer the building to handle heavy snow loads even with the slight … Read more