Prefab Garage for Bambi 19'

[llewellynann]

Does anyone know who makes a prefab garage or enclosed structure that accommodates a 19' Bambi but isn't overly large? The trailer's exterior is 19.5'L (with tongue) x 8'W x 9.5'H (with A/C unit). I'm finding 12'x20' buildings that would work if only the garage door height were tall enough.

Please forgive me if this question is misdirected or has already been addressed. I'm a rookie and this is my first post. Any help would be greatly appreciated.

[PKI]

Call Tuff Shed. Believe they build to your specification.

We added an open awning to our back deck. Would have worked well for AS storage if there was room on the side. Believe these were the folks. http://www.brightideas-brentwood.com/patio_covers.html

These folks do custom work. https://www.heritagebuildings.com/bu...CAAEgK4c_D_BwE

You might find the best solution is one of the tent structures. Not the discount store car tents. Look at the commercial style units.

Would be nice to store inside at home. Pat

[llewellynann]

Thanks, PKI! The Bright Ideas products may be a little lighter duty than we were thinking and Heritage has a minimum size that's too large for us, butt Tuff Sheds is a good idea and they're local for us. We'll give them a call. Many thanks!

[llewellynann]

TuffShed costs upwards of $12,000. We're thinking in the neighborhood of half that. The search continues...

[PKI]

Hope you get one pulled together. Pat

[centennialman]

I have been using a Shelterlogic product since 2016. Still good as new. Hail bounces right off of it, snow slides off....great product at an affordable price.

https://www.shelterlogic.com/shop/de...xoCGiIQAvD_BwE

[kenfconnor]

Costco sells a nice carport "tent" that is very rugged. If you mount it on a simple cinder block wall you can make it high enough. Ours has held up for several years with winds up to 50+ mph. I think it normally sells for $250-$300. You can even buy the replacement covers. Not nearly as nice as a solid structure but it is functional and economical.

[slofoks]

The permanent type structures could require permits but the tent type usually don't since they are considered portable. The Shelter Logic cover is on my wish list!!

[caz]

My solution for my 30 ft Airstream is a cantilevered carport. Structure is all Aluminum anodized extrusions. Support posts in the ground are along one side. Heat resistant, RV blocking roof panels extend on a shallow angle out over my Airstream. Comes with rain gutter & down spouts. No walls. Pre-existing Concrete floor. The structure will withstand winds up to 80 mph. The roof is 11' w x 34' long. cost: $10K. Your structure will likely be only half the length of mine. So, cost will drop. This type of solution will add value to your property. I would avoid a cheap, weak, light weight structure. Waste of good money. I can send you photos if you wish. The interface on my end will not let me post a photo in this message. Caz. Flying Cloud 30

[57Wanderer]

As I was reading your post, an ad for SteelMaster came up right then: they make prefab steel quonset huts that are awesome. Check it out. As we drive across the country, we see so many steel quonset huts that look good, old and new. Good luck, and happy trails!

[llewellynann]

Originally Posted by centennialman

I have been using a Shelterlogic product since 2016. Still good as new. Hail bounces right off of it, snow slides off....great product at an affordable price.

https://www.shelterlogic.com/shop/de...xoCGiIQAvD_BwE

Thanks, Centennialman! Great idea!!! This could be a great option for us. I’m glad to hear you were happy with the quality. Do you happen to know exactly which material yours is? It looks like each of their designs is available in a range of material types.

[llewellynann]

Thanks, 57Wanderer. We took a look at some other steel quansett huts and liked them, but they were a little beyond our budget. We will definitely take a look at the site you recommended. Thank you so much.

[llewellynann]

Hi KenFConnor,

I like the price of the Costco car tent, but it might not be big enough. Height is a particular problem as our trailer has a big AC unit on top. Will look further into this. Thanks so much for your help.

[llewellynann]

Hi slofoks,

I agree. We may be on the right track with ShelterLogic. No permits is definitely a plus. We need to make sure we can find one with the right dimensions. Going to work on that now. Thanks for your help!

[llewellynann]

Thank you so much, caz! Your shelter sounds really great. Probably nicer than what we will be able to do on our budget. Being in a residential area of California, we are also a little worried about anything that requires permits. Thanks so much for your help. Thank you.

[centennialman]

llewellynann.....I don't know what the material on the Shelterlogic is but do remember purchasing the strongest they had. It feels like a very heavy coated tarp like material. It has held up very well. I purchased the 24 X 14 model and my 20FC fits just right with the tongue coming right at the end. Don't purchase their door roll up door kit. It's a bit frustrating to install and use. I ended up just rolling the door up tight to the top, getting on a ladder and using a few bungee cords to keep it open. If it looks like a hail storm coming, I undo the bungees,roll the door down and then zip it shut.

[waninae39]

here is the site for info for the shelterlogic outdoor storage building
https://www.shelterlogic.ca/shop/dep...idth_range=467

[andyherman]

You might consider something like The Shed Center (https://theshedcenter.com/prefab-gar.../?state=Oregon) or another similar brand. They provide pricing on their web site along with available options. You can also spec a regular garage door in lieu of the standard roll-up door.


Their 12' x 20', all wood garage starts at @ $6,300.00 (not including options). Not sure about CA, but in most states these "garages" are considered "storage" buildings since they are built on runners and they don't require a building permit. I know they can install a 10' x 8' garage door in lieu of the roll-up door, but don't know if they can do a 10' x 10' door, which would probably be preferable for accessing by the AS.


I'm considering a 16' x 32' or 16' x 36' for my AS and other sundry "stuff". You can get them customized pretty much any way you want - even to the point of having the structure site built with any side wall height you need (site building adds 25% to the overall building cost).


I bought a small 4' x 6' custom shed for my well house from them and they do a really nice job.



Just something else to consider . . .

[jzuur]

Also looking to cover my 16 ft. Bambi DWR. I couldn't find anything on Costco website that was a cover. Can Ken or someone send a link to that product?
James

[Overstreet]

Residential Area of California...…………. have you checked for Deed Restrictions? Home Owners Associations (HOAs)?

Have you looked for small contractors or prefab metal shed suppliers in your local area?