FAQ:

Q. Is a building permit required and who is responsible for obtaining the permit?

A. A building permit is required and Master Garage Builders will obtain the building permit. The only exception would be if you purchased a pre-built kit. In this case we cannot pull the permit because you are the one doing the work; however we do provide the necessary engineering and can help guide you through the permitting process.

Q. Am I allowed to locate my building anywhere on my property?

A. Not necessarily. You should first check with your local zoning department to determine what the zoning requirements and setbacks are for your particular piece of property. Setbacks refer to the distance a building must be from property lines.

Q. How do your prices compare with other builders?

A. If you’re comparing apples to apples our prices will generally be dramatically less than those of other state certified contractors. Since a garage has to meet the same building code as a new home and because obtaining the proper engineering and getting a building permit can be time consuming; most state certified contractors would rather concentrate their efforts on larger projects, unless of course they’re able to make an excessive profit.

Q. Why are your prices so much less than the average builder?

A. For one, garages and storage buildings are all we do. Our system of pre-fabricating buildings in a controlled environment results in greater consistency and reduced waste. We also manufacture our own engineered trusses instead of purchasing them from an outside truss plant like most builders. We already have the required engineering for our buildings and because our plans have been approved by the Florida Department of Community Affairs, the permitting process on the local level is much faster than normal. Most importantly, we simply believe in building the best possible building at the best possible price.

Q. What is the difference between your buildings and a shed?

A. All of our buildings meet or exceed the same building code as that of a new home in Florida. Our buildings are built on a concrete monolithic foundation with footings and are therefore permanent. Most sheds are built with wooden floors and considered portable. Unlike a permanent building, a shed will not typically add any value to your property.

Q. Will your buildings withstand hurricane force winds?

A. Yes. Our buildings are engineered to a basic wind speed of 130 mph (3 second gust), which meets or exceeds the maximum wind speed for the majority of the state.

Q. How much can I save by purchasing a pre-built kit and doing it myself?

A. On average you can save around $10 per SF. Our kits are delivered to you pre-built and pre-sided so they can be assembled rather quickly. We also provide the engineered drawings and an easy to read installation manual so doing it yourself can be easier than you think.