Before Delivery

Site Preparation
Guide

Everything you need to do before delivery day to ensure a smooth, safe installation of your new building.

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What a Ready Site Looks Like

Visual overview of the key clearance and leveling requirements

14 ft overhead clearance required

YOUR

BUILDING

Building Width

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2 ft clearance

on all sides beyond footprint

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Level within 3"

across full footprint

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4โ€“6" gravel

compacted crushed stone base

Delivery Route

12 ft wide ร— 14 ft tall clearance along entire path from road to site

Ground must

support heavy truck

Interactive Checklist

Check off each item as you complete it

Delivery Access

Our truck + trailer needs a clear path to your site.

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Site Leveling

The ground where your building sits must be level.

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Drainage & Water

Proper drainage prevents rot and foundation issues.

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Site Clearance

Remove obstacles before delivery day.

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Foundation Options

Choose the base that works best for your site

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Gravel Pad

4โ€“6 inches of compacted crushed stone, slightly larger than the building footprint. This is our most recommended option.

Great drainage
Easy to install
Cost-effective
Works on most sites
Requires edging to contain gravel
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Concrete Slab

A poured concrete pad sized to the building footprint. Must be fully cured before delivery.

Most stable surface
Long-lasting
Clean look
Higher cost
Requires professional pour
Permanent
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Concrete Blocks

Solid concrete blocks or deck blocks placed at corners and every 4 ft along runners. Works on relatively flat sites.

Inexpensive
Adjustable height
No prep needed
Less stable on soft ground
May shift over time
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Existing Concrete/Pavers

If you have an existing flat, solid concrete area or paver patio that is level, we can often place directly on it.

No additional cost
Ready to go
Must be level
Must be solid with no cracks

Common Questions

Ready? Let's Get Your Building Ordered.

Still have questions about your site? Call us โ€” we'll talk through it.