Why Choose A Vertical Metal Garage Over A Horizontal One?

When installing a new metal garage on your property, you are given mostly two choices for the roof – vertical and horizontal. Each comes with its own benefits and cons. But, most metal builder dealers will suggest for vertical steel garage instead of the other. Why? Let’s first check out the basics and see what makes vertical roof steel parking shed so appealing.

Understanding Vertical Steel Garage

Its Key Features

• Corrugated metal panels are laid from peak to eave of the roof.
• Its panels are arranged perpendicular to the ground, which gives a modern and sleek appearance.
• It provides higher structural strength to the building.
• For example, a 22’x30’x12’ side entry metal garage has tall sidewalls and is suitable for vertical storage, severe climate conditions, and strict local codes.

Advantages

• It provides more headroom and vertical storage capacity.
• It is ideal to park taller vehicles like SUVs, RVs, etc.
• It requires less land area and has a lower land footprint.
• It is highly durable and resistant to strong winds & heavy snow loads.
• Vertical roofs need less frequent cleaning.
• It provides effective water & snow runoff.

Disadvantages

• Installation requires extra materials such as purlins, braces, and a ridge cap.
• Its cost can be higher than other types of roofs.
• The installation requires a professional team and is not a DIY.

Note: We provide delivery and installation included in our final quote for a seamless experience.

Understanding Boxed Eave Garage

It is also known as A frame garage or horizontal roof garage.

Its Key Features

• Corrugated metal panels are laid from one gable end to another.
• Its panels are arranged parallel to the ground, which gives a traditional appeal.
• It is ideal for moderate weather areas and small to medium size metal buildings.
• E.g.: A 26’x36’x10’ prefab metal garage with a boxed eave roof is ideal for a residential unit in a moderate climatic zone.

Advantages

• These are simple to install and can be DIY.
• You can store long vehicles like sedans, hatchbacks, and some models of boats in it.
• It is easy to insulate and affordable to build.

Disadvantages

• It may not be suitable for harsh weather regions, commercial structures, and large metal buildings.
• It does not have a high load-bearing capacity or strength to withstand strong wind currents.

Case Studies For Parking Garage: When Is The Vertical Roof Better Than The Horizontal Roof?

Case 1: During Extreme Climate

A custom garage with a vertical roof comes with engineer certification to withstand

• high-speed winds of up to 180 miles an hour
• heavy snow loads of up to 80 pounds per sq. ft.

This makes a vertical steel garage ideal for tough climate zones.

Case 2: For Large Buildings

A larger structure’s roof needs extra support. In vertical roof garage design, panels are laid on roof bows and hat channels/ purlins and secured using braces. This provides extra support against wind and makes the structure stable. The peak is sealed using the ridge cap, which prevents rainwater and insects from entering inside.

Vertical roofs are recommended for large farm barns and industrial units like factories or manufacturing units.

Case 3: When Local Building Rules Are Strict

Some areas with stricter building codes and zoning laws require you to install a metal carport with a vertical roof for the safety of the neighborhood. In that case, you will need to choose a parking space with a vertical roofing style.

Case 4: For Taller Structure

Generally speaking, the taller a steel building is, the harder it is to reach its top for cleaning and maintenance work. Thus, vertical roofs are ideal here as their ridges run towards the ground, which aids in sliding off dust, debris, rainwater, and snow. Therefore, requiring less cleaning.

Case 5: For Clear Span Designs

A clear span has no internal supporting columns or walls. Here, the weight of the roof is divided equally among rafters, roof bow, purlins, side walls, and its base to create a stable structure. Clear span designs can be as wide as up to 300 ft. A vertical roof with a lower pitch is ideal in this case.

Case 6: When Limited Land Available

For homeowners looking to lower their land footprint, a vertical steel garage is an ideal parking space. It offers more height and storage compared to horizontal roofing. We have a free and user-friendly 3D Designing Tool that you can use to create a vertical garage or other buildings, view it on your property using AR, and request a free quote.

For comparison, the 26’x36’x10’ prefab boxed eave garage has less storage compared to a 26’x36’x15’ steel garage with a vertical roof, despite having the same land footprint.

Case 7: Depending On Purpose

Some regions or building codes may require commercial steel buildings to have vertical roofs only since they are highly durable, offer higher strength, and are long-lasting. So, it’s best to check in with the local municipalities before choosing your custom garage.

Comparative Analysis: Vertical Roof Garage Vs. Horizontal Roof Garage

Cost: The initial cost of installing a boxed eave roof garage is low due to less material requirement while a vertical roof garage will cost less in the long term and has a higher ROI.

Durability: With extra structural support and additional materials, vertical style roofs last long and offer long lasting durability.

Maintenance: A horizontal roof’s ridges are parallel to the ground, where dirt and debris may accumulate with time, which will require frequent cleaning and regular checks to avoid moisture buildup. A vertical roof, meanwhile, requires less cleaning as its ridges remove most water & debris quickly.

Aesthetic: Depending on individual choice, a vertical roof gives a modern and sleek appeal, while a horizontal style roof brings a traditional charm with it.

Customization: Both roofs can be customized to the customer’s needs and budget. You can choose the color of roof panels and structural trim to be monotonous or contrasting.

Get Yours Vertical Metal Garage Today!

So, have you made up your mind, or are you still thinking about which one to choose? Talk to our metal building expert team at (336)-914-1654 for guidance and learn which one is best for you. Don’t forget to ask for a free quote on your custom garage building.