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At Integrity, we want to provide a transparent experience for each of our customers by providing information and answering any questions you might have. Feel free to contact one of our salespeople if you have additional questions.

What is the smallest / largest building you erect?

Our buildings start at 24′-110′ clearspan widths and unlimited lengths.

How deep do your posts go in the ground?

As a rule of thumb, our posts go between 4’ – 5’into the ground.

Am I able to design my own building?

We can design our buildings along with you to meet almost any of your needs. We take the time to listen to your concerns, objectives and dreams — the key to designing a building you want. This is the only way to ensure a plan truly matches your needs. Our experienced salespeople will work with you to make certain your design comes to life in the most effective way.

How much access do you need?

We need at least 15′ wide clearance-all around a building. The salesperson you work with will help you determine space required to build.

How do you install concrete?

The advantage of a post frame building is that your building can be built with no concrete foundation. A concrete floor can be installed at any time in the future without any change in design by using our standard 2’ x 8’ PWF bottom board.

What strapping size do you use for your walls and roof?

We use 2″ x 6″, 24″ on center.

What insulation do you use?

For walls, we use R28. For ceilings, we use R40.

What do you line your interiors with?

We use bright white coloured metal for our interiors. This maintenance-free interior allows for the electrical to be surface mounted in conduit, providing easy access in the future and without comprising the vapour barrier.

For an insulated building, do you vent the attic?

Yes, gable vents are usually used.

What is the typical lead time for your buildings?

It depends on the time of year as some seasons are busier than others. The best way to determine how much lead time you will need is to contact one of our salespeople.

Can your buildings handle the snow load in my area?

Our buildings are engineered to handle the snow load to your local conditions across Canada.

Are material-only packages available?

Yes, we offer material-only packages. Please contact one of our salespeople for more information.

Is standard concrete used in making Perma-Columns®?

No! Perma-Columns® are poured in a controlled environment using the latest pre-casting and curing technology. Additives are incorporated to enhance strength, density, corrosion and freeze-thaw resistance, yielding a Hi-Dense concrete that has a compressive strength of 10,000 psi. Concrete is the most proven foundation material known to man with centuries of success.

How is the "U" bracket attached to the concrete?

There are four strands of 1/2″ or 5/8″ (depending on the model) of weld-grade rebar, robotically welded to the steel “U” bracket running the entire length of the concrete pre-cast.

How do you set Perma-Columns® so that they are all level?

We place a laser level on top of the auger head as the post holes are dug to ensure that all holes are a uniform depth. We then backfill the bottom of the holes with tamped stone before setting posts for greater accuracy.

Will treated wood corrode Perma-Column® brackets & fasteners prematurely?

Most current generation treated wood available today is designed to minimize corrosion. However, if you have a high moisture application or are concerned with this problem, we can place a barrier between the treated wood and steel bracket, and use stainless steel fasteners.

How is the treated splash board attached to the concrete?

We position the splash board against the pre-cast concrete column, pre-drill a 3/16″ diameter hole through the splash board and 2″ into the concrete, then drive a split-drive anchor to attach. Stainless steel drive anchors are required for highly corrosive wood treatments.

How deep should Perma-Columns® be placed into the ground?

Perma-Columns® are slightly wider in the dimension that resists lateral loads. This decreases embedment requirements and are generally designed to have a base depth equal to or less than a standard wood column.

Do Perma-Columns® need to sit on a concrete footing?

It is recommended that the same type and size of footing used for a wood support column be used as a footing for a Perma-Column® to ensure that proper load-bearing requirements are achieved.

CREWS WITH INTEGRITY

You’ll notice the difference with an Integrity post frame crew from the moment they arrive on your site. Their attention to detail, skill level and lastly — but just as importantly — the respectful way they interact with our clients. If you need service down the road, we are just a phone call away. Our level of service stands out in the industry. It’s our everyday way of doing business.