Custom Insulated Steel Shop Building in Hesperus, Colorado

A client in Hesperus, Colorado needed a secure, energy-efficient space to store goods, complete projects and otherwise use as he sees fit and tasked Metal Building Outlet with designing and supplying this insulated steel shop building.

Metal Building Outlet worked closely with the client to create this metal building kit and delivered it to his jobsite in April 2024. Offering 1,890 square feet of unobstructed interior space, the metal shop building combines good looks with practical features, giving the owner a safe, reliable space to use during all four seasons in Colorado.

Surfsand walls, a matching roof and Colony Green architectural trim give the metal shop nice curb appeal while blending well with the surrounding natural landscape, and 1’ overhangs on all four walls protect the walls from moisture while creating covered outdoor space for storage or other use. The roof and walls of the steel shop hold 6” of R-19 and 4” of R-13 VRR+-faced insulation, respectively, boosting the building’s thermal performance by keeping heated or cooled air inside, depending on the season.

Most of the building’s doors are also insulated, enhancing the shop’s energy efficiency even more while offering convenient access for the owner and his crew. Durable, functional and energy efficient, this metal building accommodates the client’s needs and wants while providing the strength and stability life in southwestern Colorado demands.

Building Information and Special Features

Width

27′

Length

70′

Height

8’/17′

Roof Pitch

4:12

Roof Sheeting

26 Gauge

Wall Sheeting

26 Gauge

Wind Speed

115 MPH

Snow Load

56 PSF

Doors

(1) 10’x10′ and (2) 12’x12′ 3-layer insulated overhead door with a chain hoist; (1) 3’x7′ 20-gauge steel insulated walk door with a lever lock; (1) 3’x7′ walkthrough framed opening

County

La Plata County

A small community in southwest Colorado, Hesperus sits roughly 70 miles west of Pagosa Springs and about 12 miles outside Durango.

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