Built the Way You Draw It Up
A metal building should fit the job you have in mind for it. With Chaparral Steel Supply's online building designer, you set the dimensions, choose the features, and see your structure take shape before you ever request a quote.
Design it yourself. Our team handles the engineering, fabrication, and delivery.
Begin Your DesignCustom Configuration
Our online designer tool puts the specifications in your hands. Build out your structure by adjusting and selecting several features, including:
Size and layout — width, length, and height to match your site and intended use
Color selection — coordinate roof, walls, and trim
Walk doors and roll-up doors — placement and sizing for equipment access, vehicles, or foot traffic
Windows — natural light where you want it
Mezzanines — added square footage for storage, offices, or workspace
Overhangs — shade and weather protection along any elevation
Gutters and downspouts — controlled drainage around the structure
Additional available options — configured to your project needs
Once your design is submitted, our team reviews it against structural requirements, available components, and building specifications. Then we work with you on any adjustments needed to bring it to life with our trusted fabrication work.
From Design to Delivery: Six Steps
1. Create Your Building
Use the online designer to lay out your size, configuration, and features. No account managers, no back-and-forth to get started. Just build what you have in mind.
2. Design Consultation
After you submit, schedule a phone or in-person consultation with a member of our team. Together, we'll cover:
How you plan to use the building
Door, window, and access requirements
Mezzanines, overhangs, gutters, and finish options
Color selections and available upgrades
Any site or specification considerations
3. Final Design & Quote
With the configuration locked in, you'll receive a firm quote covering:
The complete building package
Engineering plans
Delivery to your job site
4. Order Confirmation & Engineering
Approve the quote, submit your deposit, and engineering begins. Structural drawings and calculations are prepared and submitted to a licensed engineering firm for review and approval. The firm then stamps the approved plans.
Typical turnaround: 7–10 business days for initial drawings and calculations. Complex projects and jurisdiction-specific requirements may extend this timeline.
5. Fabrication
Once engineering requirements are satisfied and the required payment is received, your package moves into fabrication.
6. Delivery
When fabrication is complete and the balance is paid, we coordinate delivery straight to your job site. Before the truck arrives, you'll need:
An appropriate forklift on site
A qualified operator to run it
Clear, accessible approach for the delivery vehicle
Please note: Chaparral Steel Supply provides the building package for customer-arranged assembly. We do not offer erection or installation services.
Frequently Asked Questions
Will I need a building permit?
Most likely, but requirements differ. Permits, building codes, zoning rules, and site restrictions vary by state, county, municipality, and property. Contact your local permitting or building authority before ordering so you know exactly what applies to your project.
Do you handle permitting for me?
No. We do not obtain or process permits on a customer's behalf. Stamped engineering plans are provided as part of the engineering process, and you are responsible for submitting documentation and securing all required permits and approvals from your local authorities.
Are the plans engineered?
Yes. Structural calculations and plans are submitted to a licensed engineering firm for review. When approved, that firm stamps the applicable plans and assumes professional responsibility for the engineering its stamp represents.
Chaparral Steel Supply coordinates the building package and the engineering process. We do not act as the engineer of record and do not assume professional engineering responsibility for plans stamped by an independent licensed firm.
How long until I receive my building?
Lead times depend on several moving parts:
Level of customization
Engineering and jurisdictional requirements
Fabrication scheduling
Material availability
Current demand
As a general guideline, custom metal building packages run roughly 7–12 weeks from order confirmation to completion. Your project representative can give you a more specific estimate once your design is finalized.
Do you offer installation?
No. We supply the building package and coordinate delivery. Assembly and erection are arranged by the customer — either through a qualified contractor or your own labor crew.
What warranty comes with my building?
DuraCoat® Paint Warranty: Eligible painted components are backed by the applicable manufacturer's DuraCoat® paint warranty, which may provide coverage for up to 40 years, depending on the specific coating, product, application, and warranty terms.
Manufacturer warranty terms, exclusions, eligibility requirements, and coverage limitations apply.
Do you offer financing?
No. Financing is not currently available.
How do I get started?
Create your building in the online design tool. Once submitted, our team reviews the design and reaches out to talk through specifications, options, engineering requirements, pricing, and next steps.
Ready to Build?
Your building starts as an idea. We'll turn that idea into an engineered, fabrication-ready package delivered to your job site. Start creating the exact structure you need with our convenient, easy-to-use Building Design Tool. If you have any further questions or concerns, feel free to call Chaparral Steel Supply at (575) 824-7796.
