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Can I assemble a metal building by myself? (infosec.pub)

submitted 4 weeks ago by Jimbabwe@lemmy.world to c/diy@slrpnk.net

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I bought this for pretty cheap at an auction and I don’t even know if there are instructions inside. I’m a pretty handy guy with time and tools and some knowledge. I’ve worked on roofs before and know the basics of many other trades.

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[–] perestroika@slrpnk.net 10 points 4 weeks ago* (last edited 4 weeks ago)

I recommend to find some assistance. Even one other person can help immensely at certain points.

I have built a 2-storey shed on a metal frame alone, and it involved highly inconvenient and more than moderately dangerous stages. I would not do it again.

I managed only because I relied heavily on industrial aluminum profiles for machine building (engineer's Lego beams).