We are thrilled to announce that we now offer 24'' x 10''  transom windows as an addition to any building.  Add one to your custom building and you will be delighted with all it adds to your shed!

At Quality Buildings we are experts when it comes to storage, organization and optimizing your outdoor space. Put our experience to work for you when it comes to preparing for and pulling off an effortless move. Here are some ways that you can make it happen:

Create a Plan

Some may be a little nervous about caring for your flock during the winter months.  You feel prepared with a chicken coop, chickens, and chicken feed. Are your feathered friends truly ready for winter weather? 

Heat Lamp

Make sure  chickens stay warm with a red heat lamp. It is best to get one that has a thermostat control so that you can keep the temperature steady.

Yummy Entertainment

Chickens bore easily. During the dury winter months, give them some entertainment. A head of cabbage to peck, mealworms to snack on, whole dried kernels of corn are also a clever  treat. The chicken's gizzard will work to digest the corn and keep the chicken warm so it's an ideal snack for winter.

Well Vitaminized

Your feathered friends will need some extra supplements to get them through until the grass grows again . Apple cider vinegar is a frugal choice and it is chock  full of vitamins and minerals. Just pour a small amount into their drinking water for maximized  results.

Mites to Ashes

Chickens greatly enjoy baths and proving ashes from your fireplace is a great way for your chickens to have a dust bath to rid themselves of mites. If you don't have a fireplace yourself, ask a friend for a bucket of their fireplace ashes.

Young & Old

Please be sure not to introduce young chickens into your already established flock. This could lead to fatal bullying. Wait til they are at least 6 months old before bringing the whole feathered clan together.

Boxes, Eggs, and Other Fun Stuff

Be sure to give the chickens plenty of nesting boxes to lay eggs. It is recommended that 1 box be provided per 5 chickens. Speaking of laying, did you know your egg production doesn't have to drop during winter months? Feeding your flock a few slices of sandwich bread keeps them happy and laying all season long.

Do you have any tips about raising chickens in the winter? Leave your comments below!

Interested in other winter tips? Look through some of our other blog posts.

Need some ideas for storing away your belongings this winter? Here are some tips from Quality Buildings Oklahoma.

Lawn Maintenance
Lawn maintenance supplies such as lawn mowers, fertilizer or soil, gardening tools, or extra flower pots can be an eyesore if left out in the yard but take up significant space if stored in the garage. By having a portable storage unit in your backyard, these supplies can have a permanent home where they’re kept out of sight, but still easily accessible.

Pool Accessories
The only thing worse than putting away your favorite pool toys (and accepting the fact that summer is over) is accidentally leaving them to be weathered in the elements. By keeping your favorite pool toys in a portable storage building in your backyard, you and your family have easy access to the toys at any time during the year while your backyard and pool stay clean and organized.

Holiday Decoration Storage
For the extravagant holiday decorators, finding a clean, dry, convenient place to store your decorations can be more difficult than actually decorating your home. Cross that worry off of your list this year and organize your decorations in a portable storage building right on your property. This allows you to keep your decorations close for quick access so you can monitor them.

Extra Work Space
This is ideal for the ultimate crafter or small business owner. Sometimes the spare bedroom you’re using as a makeshift workspace doesn’t always work. There’s no place to put anything, there are kids rummaging through your things while the family dog has decided you don’t need peace in order to work. We recommend taking your workspace outdoors, into a portable storage unit. You’ll have plenty of room for storing your supplies along with an escape for five minutes of peace.

New Home
Have you recently downsized your house? Are you in the process of moving? Unpacked boxes can quickly get in the way of your home’s new flow, so store those huge boxes out in a portable storage unit. This will help you move through the unpacking process a bit more smoothly and the boxes will be safe until you have a chance to get to them.

"Thank goodness for the first snow, it was a reminder--no matter how old you became and how much you'd seen, things could still be new if you were willing to believe they still mattered." Candace Bushnell

January can seem to be quite un-inspiring in the backyard department. Leafless trees, and brown foliage are the somber scene at each backyard. Hardly the place for a party it would seem.

Why Is everyone talking about carports with storage shed attachments? Well… because we all want the best of both worlds. We want our car protected but we would also like an area to protect our most important stuff. Que carports with storage shed attachments. Carports are surprisingly a versatile product. We must protect our larger valuables like, vehicles, boats, and lawn mowing equipment. We also need an outdoor storage building.  How exciting to mesh the two together and have not only a metal carport, but also a small metal building for storage all rolled into one. A plethora of goodies could easily be housed in the storage portion of the carport.

So we have talked about the “How and Why” of a storm shelter Here.

Today I'm going to show you how easy it is to change that dull tornado shelter into beautiful landscape.

Are you seriously considering a storm shelter but disliking the idea of how it will look in your yard? With just a few tools you can achieve a stunning landscape!

Whether you prefer a more simple landscaping rock design, or you have a plethora of flowers to plant, this plain cellar can be transformed into something magnificent.  With just a small amount of planning and research, you can have a botanical paradise and more importantly, a safe haven for you and your loved ones when storms rage. 

You can revamp your shelter into several different things. If you choose, it can be the focal point of your yard.

Adding landscaping rocks is an easy way to change the look  dramatically.  Planting flowers and shrubbery is also a great way to add beauty and color to your cellar. Any way you fix your cellar up is sure to be gorgeous!

Whether you’re using a pergola for shade or for structural design, they’re a great addition to any backyard. And while they tend to be ornamental, they offer helpful solutions for climbing vines and surrounding greenery. Our team here at Quality Buildings has uncovered 10 ways you can incorporate a timeless pergola into your backyard. Keep reading to get started!

WORKING WITH YOUR LANDSCAPE

Often, pergolas are set up in a designated area of a backyard. But, the design allows it to be altered when needed. Think landscaping specifically. It can be built around natural tree shade or provide a perfect structure for vines – offering a little extra privacy.

USED AS TRANSITION BETWEEN SPACES

Pergolas can also be used for transitioning between backyard areas. Soft texture can lead visitors into a relaxing outdoor space while other pergolas service as a waypoint between front and backyards. Additionally, they’re great placed between amenities – the perfect entrance to your swimming pool or deck area.

INTEGRATION WITH A PATIO, DECK OR ROOF

We’ve mentioned pergolas being perfect patios and decks. It’s because their placement helps designate foot traffic amongst your guests, by establishing zones or gathered areas. Most designs are fairly open-air, but you have the option to integrate your pergola with the roof of your home. 

FOR INCREASING SECLUSION

Have a green thumb? Having a pergola in your backyard also supplies you a bit of seclusion. Some pergolas feature trellises on 2-3 sides. Growing climbing plants and flowers along this design give you some privacy while still maintaining openness to the backyard landscape.

USED AS AN ACCENT

Smaller pergola designs are perfect for accenting a home’s patio, providing an interesting architectural backdrop. It also has the ability to graciously adorn points along a garden path.

FOR SHIELDING LIGHT

In addition to seclusion, you may need to shield your guests from massive amounts of sunlight. We can all agree that sunburns are no fun. Adding a bit of fabric to your pergola design is a great way to shield from too much lighting or unwanted views. We recommend using water resistant fabrics and pullbacks that can withstand unpredictable weather.

USED AS AN ARBOR OR TRELLIS

A pergola, a trellis, or an arbor? No one’s going to make you limit yourself, here. Pergola designs are so easily adaptable that you can have the best of all worlds. You can create a cozy entrance to a garden or a colorful space for entertaining.

DESIGNED AS A FOCUS POINT

We mentioned earlier that pergolas can be used as accents. It turns out, they can be used as a focal point as well. Add some seating for a charming meeting spot or place a small fountain for a luxury touch. Either design direction creates a piece that simply steals the show.

EASILY ADAPTS TO ANY DESIGN

One of the best aspects of pergolas is that they’re so easy to customize. Constraints in budget? Check out your size options. Not a gardener? Consider more contemporary styles and materials. There are endless possibilities in creating visual interest. It all comes down to your personal taste and the size of your space.

CREATES FUNCTIONAL SPACE

Pergolas are great to look at, but we love that they can serve a multitude of purposes. Rather than an accent or focus point, it can also provide storage or cohesion in your backyard. Think about those pesky corners that are “just there.” Adding a pergola is perfect way to instantly transform the space.

Curious how else you can incorporate your pergola? Stay tuned for more backyard tips and tricks from Quality Buildings. If you have any questions or would like to explore our pergola options, please contact a location near you!

We had a wonderful time meeting folks at this year’s OKC Home + Outdoor Living Show.

We are proud to announce the two lucky folks won our drawings:

• DIANE from Tryon, OK won the 1-Night Stay + Breakfast for Two at the Wyndham OKC.

• EMILY from Moore, OK won the $500 Lowe's Gift Card.

Diane is a happy owner of one of our chicken coops. She had some amazing feedback about how the features work well for her needs - keeping out predators and making it easy to maintain.

Emily was excited to learn more about our storage buildings as her needs are about to change as she moves to a new home soon.

Congratulations to you both!

Take Advantage of Show Discounts

Our show discounts have been extended through the end of April. Buy now and you can save $500 off storage building electric packages.

This July Quality Buildings in Lubbock is supporting CASA of South Plains in two ways:

1 - Win a Storage Building

Purchase raffle tickets for the opportunity to win a storage building during the Annual Casas for CASA playhouse raffle fundraiser hosted by CASA of the South Plains from July 1st through July 27th online at www.casaofthesouthplains.org, at the CASA office at 1215 Avenue J, Suite 301 during business hours, or at the Market Street location at 4205 98th St. (98th St. & Quaker). Quality Buildings has contributed an 8’x10’ Classic storage building (a $2,300 value) to the fundraising event. Purchase your tickets for a chance to win this storage building and other playhouses as we come together to help raise money for children in foster care who need the voice of CASA Volunteers to represent their best interest. The event goal is $25,000. The funds raised during Casas for CASA will go directly to CASA of the South Plains to help recruit, train, and support CASA Volunteers to serve as advocates for children in the foster care system.

For additional details about the event, visit www.casaofthesouthplains.org.

2 - $50 to CASA for Every Building Purchased in July

Visit Quality Buildings at 4511 Clovis Road to purchase your storage building during the month of July and Quality will make a $50 contribution to CASA in your name. A challenge has been put forth to contribute at least $2,500 (selling 50 buildings). That means, now is a great time to take advantage of these summer discounts, get the storage building you need, and make a contribution to a great community cause.

To purchase your storage building and help give back to CASA, contact Tanner Morales.

About CASA of the South Plains

CASA of the South Plains empowers community members to serve as volunteer Advocates

that speak for the well-being of abused and neglected children in the foster care system.

Court Appointed Special Advocates are community members just like you who ensure each foster child’s needs remain a priority in an overburdened child welfare system while working to find safe, permanent homes for these most vulnerable children.

To learn how to become an Advocate, or if you are unable to volunteer at this time, and would like to make a donation, visit www.casaofthesouthplains.org or call (806) 763-2272.