stick build or metal build what do you think

[lt1driver]

due to size restrictions will only be 22' long and 16-17' wide with 8" thick pad for lift so what do you think for strength, durability, etc. will be located in abilene, texas.....thanks for ideas, imputs, recommendations etc.

 

[takotruckin]

due to size restrictions will only be 22' long and 16-17' wide with 8" thick pad for lift so what do you think for strength, durability, etc. will be located in abilene, texas.....thanks for ideas, imputs, recommendations etc.

How tall are you planning? 8" is completely overkill and a waste of money for most lifts.

 

[dr_clyde]

Yeah, you don't need 8" for a lift. 6" is plenty unless you're lifting absurd weight. For that size, I'd stick build for sure.

 

[rburke65]

I have both types of construction. The pole barn is not finished inside but if you are planning to finish the inside, go with the stick.

 

[ducksface]

While it's been established that outbuildings add no value to an appraisal and that big ones tend to chase off more buyers than attract:

As I am someone attracted to big outbuildings I would put a HUGE value on a stick built and only slight value on a tin shop.

While totally wrong thinking, the short cut that is obviously a tin building is just too wonky.
Match the house, or lose even more buyers.

Others will make a different case....

Everyone says they're different, everyone says resale isn't a concern.
I'm just not that different....

 

[73RR]

...guess it depends on location as to whether or not an 'out-building' adds value or not and whether it is metal sided or covered with burlap sacks....

Value is a perceived condition and only has an affect if you are building for immediate re-sale of the property.
And, 'tin-shop' is a red herring since it does not say anything about the actual construction. I put steel siding on an ICF structure and I doubt that it would chase away potential buyers.

As to the OP, you will always be better served, IF you are in a subdivision, to have the shop look like the main house. If you are on acreage and cannot see your neighbor then let your checkbook, and local codes, decide.
If you worry about the occasional tornado then consider ICF.

 

[ford33]

Stick built adds value normally. A tin building is neutral at best.

 

[ducksface]

...guess it depends on location as to whether or not an 'out-building' adds value or not and whether it is metal sided or covered with burlap sacks....

Value is a perceived condition and only has an affect if you are building for immediate re-sale of the property.
And, 'tin-shop' is a red herring since it does not say anything about the actual construction. I put steel siding on an ICF structure and I doubt that it would chase away potential buyers.

As to the OP, you will always be better served, IF you are in a subdivision, to have the shop look like the main house. If you are on acreage and cannot see your neighbor then let your checkbook, and local codes, decide.
If you worry about the occasional tornado then consider ICF.

It doesn't depend where you live.
Facts are
Appraisals, the thing others use to get money from the bank say
No added value. Almost always, almost without exception.

You have a skewed view because of your investment.
Pool owners also share this skewed view.

 

[matt_i]

If its something you intend to work in and heat or cool the space I would go with stick. If its something to park the outdoor toys in and keep them out of the rain then I'd go with metal. The 8" slab is unnecessary imo. Do 4" minimum and focus on checking every box on the prepwork checklist and you will save money.

 

[73RR]

It doesn't depend where you live.
Facts are
Appraisals, the thing others use to get money from the bank say
No added value. Almost always, almost without exception.

You have a skewed view because of your investment.
Pool owners also share this skewed view.

No, actually, I have a view that is supported by the thoughts of a Mortgage Underwriter in the family....with 40 years in the business and she always allows additional value to a solid building. Just to bring you up to speed, the MU is the person to determine how much will be loaned on a property.

Location, location, location is the rule and square footage is the basis for an appraisal.
Yes, the sf value of an outbuilding is less than the house value because shops/loafing sheds/barns/ whatever are not habital space but, if the structure is solid then it certainly adds value to the package.

Will you get 100% of your investment back? No, but you get to use the space and not have to rent space from someone else.

 

[Cyberbear]

I've always used stick built and never regretted it. In my area there are more framers with stick built construction experience than with metal buildings and so know from past jobs what needs to be done properly.

 

[dutchgray]

All those saying an 8" floor is overkill, it may be but the extra cost is fairly minimal, more concrete and a little extra labour placing it, for a floor that wont have a problem, money well spent IMO, concrete is the hardest to fix if there is a problem once you have built on it.
For that size here, if it were mine it would be getting a 12" thick, double layer of mesh reinforced slab/ ground bearing footing, but we do have terrible clay soils.