Auto Buildings
Post-Frame Solutions for Repair Shops, Storage & Personal Workshops
From repair shops and tire centers to private auto collections and personal workshops, Walters Buildings designs and builds auto facilities that combine durability, functionality, and long-term value. Unlike traditional stick-frame construction, post-frame construction uses widely spaced structural columns instead of closely spaced wall stud, eliminating the need for interior load-bearing walls. That means your auto shop gets clear-span interiors, higher ceilings, and oversized access points for vehicle lifts, bays, and equipment, all built with our engineered trusses, structural lumber, and our UL 2218 Class 4 hail rated steel panels made to handle daily use. Whether you’re running a business or pursuing your passion at home, Walters Buildings provides an auto building tailored to your needs.
Your Design & Build Partner for Auto Buildings
At Walters Buildings, we understand the unique requirements of auto facilities. From car lifts and heavy equipment to safe storage of vehicles and parts, your building needs to work as hard as you do. Our local project managers collaborate with you from planning through completion, ensuring your space is engineered for efficiency and built for decades of performance. Every Walters Building is backed by engineered trusses, Shear Transfer Plate (STP) columns, and American-made G-90 galvanized steel with a 92,000-PSI structural rating. Our steel panels are rolled in-house, allowing for full quality control, consistent gauge thickness, and a clean 12-inch rib pattern that adds both strength and curb appeal.
Auto Building Customization Without Limits
Every shop or workshop has its own workflow, and Walters makes it simple to design a post-frame building that supports it.
Popular Customization Options for Auto Buildings:
- Wide-Span Layouts – Clear interior space for multiple service bays, car lifts, or equipment storage without interior support walls.
- Oversized Doors – Sliding, overhead, or specialty doors designed for vehicles of all sizes.
- Durable Interior Finishes – Heavy-duty Concrete pads engineered for lifts, fire-resistant materials, and easy-to-clean wall panels.
- Lighting & Ventilation – Natural light, skylights, insulation, and HVAC options for comfortable, efficient workspaces.
- Multi-Use Space – Offices, customer waiting areas, or part storage integrated into your shop.
- Custom Add-Ons – Mezzanines, wash bays, or display areas for auto collections.
From high-traffic repair shops to private collector garages, our engineering team ensures your building is as functional as it is durable.
Why Walters for Your Auto Building?
Experience
Proven success with auto repair shops, tire centers, storage facilities, and personal garages.
Engineering
Wide-span trusses, oversized doors, and reinforced flooring for automotive use.
Customization
Layouts and finishes designed for mechanics, collectors, and auto enthusiasts.
Materials
American-made, G-90 galvanized structural steel (92,000 PSI) panels, engineered 2400 MSR lumber, and STP laminated columns for unmatched strength and longevity.
Durability
Interior and exterior finishes built to withstand heavy use and Midwest weather.
Full-Service Partner
One team handling design, manufacturing, and construction.
Your Shop. Your Collection. Built to Last.
Whether you’re running a tire shop, repairing vehicles, or protecting your classic car collection, Walters Buildings delivers more than quality post-frame construction; we deliver a space built around your automotive passion. Start planning today with our 3D Designer or connect with a local project manager.
