Prefabricated Steel Automotive Maintenance Shop in Billings, Montana

Sunward Steel supplied the structural components for this automotive maintenance shop in Billings, Montana, with the large steel building made of three smaller structures now housing a family-owned and -operated business offering oil changes, tire rotations and other maintenance services.

Delivering strength and durability ideal for the automotive industry, the building’s sturdy steel construction holds up against heavy foot traffic and equipment use and stands strong in the face of gusty winds, fire, moisture and extreme temperatures. Sleek and appealing on the outside, the metal automotive shop boasts Charcoal Gray exterior paint, a matching roof and Black architectural trim, with the building’s dark tones shielding dirt, oil and grime from customers. There is also several feet of stone wainscoting surrounding the exterior, boosting architectural appeal while protecting the lower section of the shop’s exterior walls from damage.

Designed and engineered for Montana’s typical weather conditions, the steel auto shop has gutters and downspouts along the roof that keep rain or snow from pooling on the roof or near the foundation. The roof also features a snow guard to prevent large sheets of ice or snow from crashing down and creating a safety hazard.

Other notable customizations include below-eave canopies on the two smaller structures flanking either side of the main building, which create covered outdoor entryways that protect visitors from the elements. There is also a White liner panel covering the shop’s interior walls, which protects the inside against moisture, chemical spills, oil, and other common automotive threats.

Rugged, modern and low-maintenance, the pre-engineered metal shop building is a valuable addition to the auto-maintenance business that will allow it to serve the needs of the surrounding community for years to come.