Gear Up with Steel: The Ultimate Shop for Auto Pros
When your business revolves around vehicles, you need a space as strong and reliable as the machines you work on. Whether you are selling, repairing, customizing, or detailing, Norsteel’s pre-engineered steel buildings are designed to handle the demands of your trade while offering room for growth and expansion.
Pre-Engineered Steel Buildings for Auto Body Shops
Your auto body shop or car dealership is where expertise and machinery meet. Norsteel’s steel buildings are fully customizable, giving you the perfect layout for any job. From repair bays and vehicle lifts to expansive spaces for multiple cars, we offer flexible designs that scale as your business grows.
Looking for a garage for large trucks? We’ve got it covered. Need an impressive showroom? We’ve got you. Whether you prefer open floor plans or partitioned zones, we tailor your space to fit your needs.
Built to Endure Every Job
Running an auto or body shop means dealing with heavy machinery, tools, and sometimes harsh working conditions. Norsteel steel buildings provide the durability to handle it all. From extreme weather to the everyday demands of automotive repair, our buildings offer the reliability you need to keep your shop up and running smoothly. Features You will Appreciate:
Mechanic & Repair Bays
Customize your workflow with ventilated and insulated bays, perfect for auto repairs and bodywork, ensuring smooth operations
Heavy Equipment Storage
Clear span design and high clearance provide ample space to securely store vehicles and tools, with room to spare for heavy-duty machinery
Wash Bays & Wet Zone
Functional layouts with partition walls and water-resistant interior panels for multiple wash bays, ensuring durability in high-moisture areas
Dealership & Retail Areas
Showcase your vehicles in spacious, well-lit areas designed for customer interaction, with customizable layouts for showrooms, and display zones
Parapets and Door Canopies
Parapets and door canopies enhance functionality and curb appeal, providing weather protection and a polished, professional look
Strength, Flexibility, and Room to Grow
Norsteel steel buildings are not just tough—they are tailored to fit your business needs. Whether it is for a vehicle lift, a wash bay, or for retail and office, we can design a building that works for you. As your business grows, your shop expands—effortlessly.
- Customizable Floor Plans
From expansive workshops to focused repair zones, designed for your specific needs - Easy Access & Workflow Optimization
Streamlined designs that make vehicle access and workstation placement seamless, boosting efficiency - Climate Control
Work in comfort all year round with flexible heating and cooling solutions - Partitioned Spaces
Easily integrate administrative, retail or storage areas into your shop without compromising workflow
Steel the Spotlight: Customer Stories
“I recommend Norsteel 100%—they did a great job and were great people to deal with. From start to finish, they took care of everything, making the entire process seamless.” – Adolfo Gonsalves, Alwind Industries
Steel is the Perfect Choice, Here is Why
Warranties That Stand the Test of Time
Choosing Norsteel means choosing industry-leading warranties built to last. From the roof to the paint, our buildings are designed to look great and perform flawlessly for decades.
- Design meets or exceeds IBC requirements, Canadian building codes, individual provincial codes and CSA-A660 standards
- 25-Year Limited Rust-Through Perforation Warranty on AZ55 Galvalume roof panels
- 40-Year Limited Paint Warranty for long-lasting colour
- 30-Year Limited Chalking and Paint Colour Change Warranty to keep your building looking fresh
Norsteel Backed by 25 Years of Expertise
With over two decades of experience and over 4,000 projects completed, Norsteel understands the unique needs of every business. Our steel structures are designed to reflect your goals, combining strength, flexibility, and efficiency to support your success.
Reduced Costs
Our pre-engineered materials streamline assembly, cutting down construction time and labor costs. Plus, the low-maintenance nature of our buildings delivers lasting value year after year.
Customization
Our team of engineering experts collaborates with you to design a building that meets your needs today and adapts to your future. With the flexibility to expand or modify over time, your structure will grow with you.
Peace Of Mind
Steel buildings provide robust protection against extreme weather, fire, and property damage, ensuring your business assets remain secure and your operations uninterrupted.
Sustainable
The steel used in Norsteel buildings is nearly 100% recyclable; this makes it environmentally friendly, cost-effective and leads to less reliance on other valuable natural resources.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do Norsteel buildings accommodate heavy machinery, such as car lifts and other tools?
We work with you to ensure that your building design includes the correct load-bearing capacity to support heavy machinery. From point loads for vehicle lifts to proper support for other large equipment, just tell us about your needs and plans and we will design according to your specific needs.
How can I ensure my steel garage, auto shop, body shop or car dealership complies with local building codes?
Our engineering team provides certified drawings that meet or exceed local building codes and regulations. This ensures the approval process is smooth and efficient. We guide you through the permitting process, so you can focus on your project without unnecessary delays.
What about ventilation and insulation for my steel auto shop buildings?
Ventilation is key in an auto or body shop, especially when working with paints, solvents, or exhaust systems. Norsteel’s buildings can be equipped with robust ventilation systems to ensure proper airflow. Additionally, we offer insulation options to help control temperature and energy efficiency, keeping your shop comfortable year-round.
Can I include multiple wash bays in my auto repair shop building, and what reinforcements are needed?
Absolutely! We specialize in using partition walls to create the ideal layout, including accommodating multiple wash bays. Additionally, we offer water-resistant interior liner panels that provide protection and durability in high-moisture areas.
How can a parapet wall enhance the functionality and appearance of my metal building auto repair shop?
A parapet wall adds aesthetic appeal to your garage or workshop steel buildings. It can be covered with various panels, such as metal or vinyl, providing insulation and weather protection while also allowing for customization to match your building’s style. This feature can improve the overall design of your space, making it more functional and visually appealing.
Do you offer any type of interior finishes for the steel buildings?
Yes, we offer interior liner panels in various colours and gauges of steel. These panels are perfect for activities such as welding or stoneworking, where insulation needs protection from sparks or water. Liner panels also provide a wash-down surface, making maintenance easier for dirtier applications, and are an ideal way to finish the interior of the building.
What if I want to add drywall or plywood to the inside walls?
We do not recommend hanging drywall or plywood directly to the girts and purlins of the building. Instead, use 1×2’s or 2×2’s wood and strap them to the girts. This allows the building to move appropriately as needed, providing proper support without compromising structural integrity. You can then securely fasten the drywall or plywood to these wooden members.
Can I expand my building in the future if my business grows?
Definitely! One of the many benefits of working with Norsteel is that our steel buildings can be designed with future growth in mind. Whether you need additional bays, storage areas, or office space, we can help you design and expand your building as your business needs evolve.
