Reviewed by the Benton Metal Depot team · Updated
One mistake people make when planning a garage is sizing it for what they own today. If you're building your garage in Pulaski, think about storage, door clearance, work space and what might be added later. Benton Metal Depot supplies metal garage packages for residents throughout Candler and the surrounding area.
Key Points
- ◦A metal garage can be used as parking, storage, equipment and work space under the same roof.
- ◦Benton Metal Depot is approximately 19.5 miles from Pulaski.
- ◦Doors, windows and other selections can change the final cost of a garage.
- ◦Get the final garage dimensions before completing permanent site work.
- ◦Delivery to Pulaski is currently estimated at 1 to 2 weeks.
At a Glance
| Permit threshold |
100
As of 2026 · Source |
|---|---|
| Setback (side/rear) |
Referenced but not confirmed — the county page cites "Section 802.5" of the Candler County Zoning Ordinance for setbacks, but the specific distances could not be extracted from the ordinance PDF in this research pass. Needs direct confirmation with the Zoning Administrator (912-685-2835).
As of 2026 · Source |
| Wind load zone |
Inland Georgia — roughly 110-120 mph (ASCE 7, Exposure C). NOT a verified figure; exact design wind speed depends on the ASCE 7 edition Candler County has adopted and must be confirmed with a GA-licensed engineer or the county building official.
As of 2026 · Source |
| Panel type/gauge |
29-gauge and 26-gauge Rib panels -- Benton's existing standard gauge/profile for pole-barn, carport, and agricultural structures.
As of 2026 · Source |
| Drive time from Statesboro |
34
As of 2026 · Source |
Permits & Setbacks in Candler County
Candler's permitting office, Candler County Zoning Administrator (building permit applications go through this office; a separate Assessor's Office handles mobile home/electrical permits), sets the accessory-structure line at 100 square feet — build under that and you generally skip the full building-permit process, though a setback of Referenced but not confirmed — the county page cites "Section 802.5" of the Candler County Zoning Ordinance for setbacks, but the specific distances could not be extracted from the ordinance PDF in this research pass. Needs direct confirmation with the Zoning Administrator (912-685-2835). still applies. Confirm your lot's zoning district before ordering, since setbacks vary by district.
Delivery to Pulaski
Residents in Pulaski are currently looking at about 1 to 2 weeks after placing an order. Benton Metal Depot is approximately 19.5 miles away. Use that window to finish whatever needs to happen at the property first. Waiting until the garage is ready can create unnecessary delays if the site isn't.
Representative product photo — a Candler County-specific project photo is pending (rotates in from Trey's weekly upload per the freshness cadence).
FAQ
What can I keep in a metal garage?
Cars and trucks are obvious, but metal garages can also hold lawn equipment, tools, recreational gear and general storage. Larger buildings can leave room for work areas, too. Make a list of what you intend to keep inside before choosing the building size. It's easy to underestimate how quickly floor space disappears.
How far is Benton Metal Depot from Pulaski?
Benton Metal Depot's Statesboro location is approximately 19.5 miles from Pulaski. The company serves residents throughout Candler, including communities such as Aline, Olifftown, Parish and Metter. Current delivery time for a metal garage to the Pulaski area is about 1 to 2 weeks.
Can my metal garage have windows and different doors?
The available configuration depends on the garage package, but doors and windows should be considered while you're planning the layout. Think about where vehicles will enter, where you want a regular walk door and whether natural light is needed inside. Making those decisions early helps you choose a layout that works instead of adding features wherever they'll fit.
How close can my metal garage be to the property line?
The current setback in Pulaski is Referenced but not confirmed — the county page cites "Section 802.5" of the Candler County Zoning Ordinance for setbacks, but the specific distances could not be extracted from the ordinance PDF in this research pass. Needs direct confirmation with the Zoning Administrator (912-685-2835)., although you should confirm the requirement for your particular property with Candler County Zoning Administrator (building permit applications go through this office; a separate Assessor's Office handles mobile home/electrical permits). A setback controls how close the building can be to certain property boundaries. Check that distance before you settle on a location, especially when space on the lot is tight.
How much extra room should I allow around my vehicles?
Don't measure a car and make the garage barely wider than the vehicle. You need enough room to open the doors, get in and out, walk around it and reach anything stored nearby. With two vehicles, remember the space between them too. Adding a little breathing room during planning can make a big difference once you use the garage every day.
Should I pour the concrete before ordering the garage?
Get the garage specifications nailed down first. You want to know the correct dimensions and make sure the planned location meets the rules for Pulaski before putting permanent concrete in the ground. It's much easier to adjust a garage plan on paper than to deal with a slab that was poured in the wrong place or at the wrong size.
Can I put a metal garage beside my house?
You may be able to, but don't assume every open spot on the property is buildable. Candler County Zoning Administrator (building permit applications go through this office; a separate Assessor's Office handles mobile home/electrical permits) has requirements that can affect garage placement, including a current setback of Referenced but not confirmed — the county page cites "Section 802.5" of the Candler County Zoning Ordinance for setbacks, but the specific distances could not be extracted from the ordinance PDF in this research pass. Needs direct confirmation with the Zoning Administrator (912-685-2835).. Check the rules for your address before choosing the location, particularly if you're working with limited room between the house and property line.
How long does it take to get a metal garage delivered to Pulaski?
Current delivery time to Pulaski is approximately 1 to 2 weeks. If your project also involves permitting, grading or concrete, don't wait to do those jobs until the garage is almost ready. Use the delivery window to get the property prepared, and base your schedule on the estimate given for your order.
Definitions
- ◦ Building Footprint
- The amount of ground the garage takes up, based on its outside width and length.
- ◦ Roof Panel
- A formed sheet of metal that makes up part of the garage's exterior roof surface.
- ◦ Ridge
- The top line of a pitched roof where the two sloping sides come together.
- ◦ Walk Door
- A regular entry door that lets you enter the garage without opening one of the larger vehicle doors.
- ◦ Concrete Slab
- A flat poured-concrete surface commonly used as the finished floor and part of the foundation system for a garage.
- ◦ Roof Pitch
- How steep the roof is, usually described by how much it rises over a set horizontal distance.
- ◦ Fastener
- A screw or other connector used to hold metal panels and building components securely in place.
- ◦ Clear Span
- Open floor space between the building's exterior supports without interior columns getting in the way.
- ◦ Wall Panel
- Formed metal sheet used to enclose and protect the exterior walls of the garage.
- ◦ Overhead Door
- The large door that opens upward to let cars, trucks or equipment move in and out of the garage.
Pulaski, Candler County — At a Glance
- Permit Authority Name
- Candler County Zoning Administrator (building permit applications go through this office; a separate Assessor's Office handles mobile home/electrical permits)
- Permit Authority Url
- https://candlerco-ga.gov/1228/Building-Permits
- Permit Threshold Sqft
- 100
- Setback Feet Side Rear
- Referenced but not confirmed — the county page cites "Section 802.5" of the Candler County Zoning Ordinance for setbacks, but the specific distances could not be extracted from the ordinance PDF in this research pass. Needs direct confirmation with the Zoning Administrator (912-685-2835).
- Wind Load Zone
- Inland Georgia — roughly 110-120 mph (ASCE 7, Exposure C). NOT a verified figure; exact design wind speed depends on the ASCE 7 edition Candler County has adopted and must be confirmed with a GA-licensed engineer or the county building official.
- Coastal
- Drive Miles
- 19.5
- Drive Minutes
- 34
- Nearby Towns
- Aline, Olifftown, Parish, Metter
- Delivery Weeks In Stock
- 1
- Delivery Weeks Custom
- 2
- Panel Type Gauge
- 29-gauge and 26-gauge Rib panels -- Benton's existing standard gauge/profile for pole-barn, carport, and agricultural structures.
- Color Count
- 7
Why Benton Metal Depot
Benton Metal Depot has been working with metal building products in Statesboro since 2004. That local experience is important when you're planning a garage in Pulaski and trying to sort through materials, building specifications and the rest of the project details. Benton works with homeowners, contractors and property owners throughout the region.
Ready to talk through your metal garages project in Pulaski?
Sources
- Internal: category-data.php (pole-barns / agricultural-pole-barns copy) (2026)
- color-collection.php Weather XL Rib/PBR color chart: Polar White, Pebble Gray, Granite, Onyx, Vanilla, Sand, Chocolate (29ga; 5 of the 7 also available in 26ga). Real Benton color count for this panel line -- not confirmed as the specific palette Jim/Trey intend to offer for metal garages. (2026)
- https://candlerco-ga.gov/1228/Building-Permits (2026)
- https://candlerco-ga.gov/1228/Building-Permits — "A building permit is required under the zoning ordinance...for the construction or addition of square footage greater than 10' X 10' [100 sq ft]" (Section 802.4, Candler County Zoning Ordinance). Verify against the primary ordinance PDF at https://metter-candlercounty.com/index_238_2282343757.pdf, which could not be parsed via automated fetch in this research pass. (2026)
- https://metter-candlercounty.com/index_238_2282343757.pdf (Candler County Zoning Ordinance, Section 802.5) (2026)
- General ASCE 7 inland-Georgia range (aggregated secondary sources) — no county-specific or primary map source found (2026)
- Candler County is inland (southeast-central GA) and is not among the coastal counties named in the client spec (2026)
- Computed 2026-09-16: GeoNames zip centroid -> OSRM public routing engine (real driving route from Statesboro, Bulloch County, GA). Deterministic and reproducible, but a free public demo routing server, not Google Maps -- spot-check a sample before confirming. (2026)
- Computed 2026-09-16: same OSRM routing result as drive_miles, converted from seconds. (2026)
- Computed 2026-09-16: 4 nearest cities in benton_service_area_cities.php by straight-line (haversine) distance from zip centroid. (2026)
- Bulk-set via dev-fact-review.php (2026)
