FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTION:
- Could you send us a catalog or additional
printed material?
Answer: At one time we had a traditional catalog. It
actually didn’t have any additional information than our website. We do not have
any printed flyers, etc to mail out.
- What exactly do I get when I order a set of
plans?
Answer: From two to six 18”x24” pages of highly
detailed drawings showing a floor plan, cross sections and roof details. Having
professionally produced plans not only show you how to construct your building,
but also makes life much easier dealing with your local building department.
- Do your plans include a materials list?
Answer: Our detailed plans do not include a
materials list. It really isn’t difficult to figure a materials list and helps
the builder familiarize themselves with the plans. Most lumberyards will gladly
figure your materials list for you.
- I want to build a pole barn. Can I use your
plans to build a pole barn?
Answer: Our plans are designed to use standard stick
framing. You still may find these plans useful.
- Are your plans engineered for specific snow
loads in my local area? Was an engineer or architect involved in the design
process? Will my local building department approve of our plans?
Answer: My father J. Wallace designed our plans. He
spent most of his life designing custom homes for contractors, later in life he
developed the plans you see on our website. He was never a licensed architect,
but was very knowledgeable at designing attractive, practical buildings.
No engineer was consulted on any of our plans. Generally accepted
practice was how our plans are designed. Different snow loads for different
parts of the country are not calculated. With our experience most local building
departments can help you in making minor changes such as your truss spacing or
requiring a heavier foundation for local building conditions etc. We have sold
thousands of plans and never received any feedback from anyone having problems
with our designs being approved by their local building departments.
- I am a Canadian Citizen interested in purchasing
a set of your plans. How long will it take to receive them?
Answer: All orders are normally shipped same day. We
ship either U.S.P.S or U.P.S. Our discretion. Our experience has shown that for
Canadian orders it usually takes at least 2 weeks from the time we receive your
order until they are delivered to you. Domestic orders usually are received in
less than 1 week.
- I want to build a structure with a wood floor;
do your plans include details for wood floors?
Answer: All our plans call for concrete; we don’t
include details for wood floors.
- Do your plans include heating and cooling
details? How about plumbing and electrical?
Answer: Our plans do not include details on heating
and cooling since every situation is different and you will probably need to
hire a contractor who will design your system. As far as plumbing and electrical
go some details are called out, but you probably will have your own specific
needs that you will want to customize.
- Can you modify or combine elements of more than
one plan?
Answer: Our plans are sold as they are designed we
do not customize plans for individuals.
- Can I return my plans for a refund?
Answer: We sell a high quality product that has been
purchased by thousands of satisfied customers for nearly 30 years. Because of
the type of product we sell,
ALL SALES ARE FINAL.
- Must I order online and use Paypal?
Answer: If you wish to order by mail, go to Order
By Mail on the menu bar. We do not take credit cards at this time or extend
credit.