WHY BUY COOK?
Everything you need to know about buying a Cook Portable Warehouse — from quality construction to our rent-to-own program.
The Cook Promise
Why Choose a Cook Portable Warehouse?“The Cook Promise”
When my father and I started Cook Portable Warehouses in 1984 (read our story!) we were simply looking for a way to utilize some excess lumber! We couldn’t have imagined our simple plan would result in a company that now provides tens of thousands of customers with “Room for their Stuff”©
Today, we remain a family-owned business committed to keeping these five promises to each of our customers:
1. COOK PROMISES TO BUILD A SUPERIOR QUALITY SHED!
The materials, features, construction and warranties of our buildings are superior to those of our competitors. We have built only the highest quality storage buildings for more than three decades and we know what works.
2. COOK PROMISES AND GUARANTEES SUPERIOR VALUE!
Our unparalleled “Lowest Price Guarantee” states that if you find the same size and styled building, with the same features as a Cook building at a lower price, up to six months after your purchase date; we will refund half of your purchase price! That single sentence ensures that with Cook, you are purchasing the best value available in the portable building market.
3. COOK PROMISES TO EMPLOY SUPERIOR PERSONNEL!
Our delivery drivers, plant workers, and support staff are Cook employees with years of experience. For example, unlike many of our competitors who contract out the delivery of their buildings, Cook drivers are uniformed and have passed criminal background checks, motor vehicle report reviews, drug screenings, periodic check-rides, and medical certifications. When making a decision on which building to purchase, always ask the question, “Who will be in my backyard?”
4. COOK PROMISES SUPERIOR SERVICE!
In the unlikely event you have an issue with your building, we will quickly respond with a fully trained maintenance team supported by retrofitted service trucks and trailers. As you search for a portable building, always ask the question, “How (and who) will you service your warranties?”
5. COOK PROMISES TO BE A COMPASSIONATE CORPORATE CITIZEN!
We have a dedicated branch of our business called “Cook Cares” that oversees the philanthropic endeavors of our company. Over the years we’ve been able to support special needs children, cancer survivors, veterans and more!
As you consider which storage shed company will have the privilege of earning your business, I want to personally thank you for considering Cook Portable Warehouses, where we have been building, “Room For Your Stuff” for more than 3 decades! Greg Cook President and Co-Founder Cook Portable WarehousesLowest Price Guarantee
No other building manufacturer can offer such a bold guarantee because no one builds a building like Cook. Look at the rest and then come back and buy the best at a guaranteed price. VERIFICATION OF THE LOWEST PRICE GUARANTEE MUST BE DETERMINED AND APPROVED BY COOK MANAGEMENT. YOUR LOCAL DEALER DOES NOT HAVE THE AUTHORITY TO APPROVE THE LOWEST PRICE GUARANTEE. THE SIX MONTH OFFER BEGINS UPON DELIVERY OF YOUR BUILDING.Dare to Compare ChecklistWe guarantee that you are getting the best value.All Cook buildings come with a lifetime warranty against termites and decay on all exposed wood components.covers defects in workmanship or materials of any kind during the first 5 years of ownership (normal wear and tear and acts of God excluded).7/16” OSB is used for roof decking because it is manufactured with heat resistant glues that prevent delamination and warping.An aluminum drip edge prevents water damage to roof decking from siphoning of water along the edge of the shingles.Venting the roof at its peak along the ridge provides superior ventilation. This technique helps prevent damage to shingles and your stored property that may be caused by excessive heat and condensation.2×4 trusses are placed 24” on center and gusseted to add strength to the roof system to prevent sagging from the weight of snow and ice.At Cook we exclusively use LP SmartSide® sidingThis siding enhances the aesthetics and strength of the building while virtually eliminating the possibility of delamination common to traditional plywood siding products. This panel siding is 19/32″ thick in 4’ x 8’ sheets with shallow grooves that run vertically at 24” on-center with double studs. The 2×4 wall studs are placed 24” on center with double studs where the sheets of siding meet. This technique provides a larger nailing surface, avoiding the lap joints, which prevents gaps and splitting at the joints.Ring shank coated nails are used throughout sidewall construction to provide maximum holding strength against swelling and contracting caused by changes in the weather and humidity.Two adjustable tension rods are installed on every door to prevent the doors from warping as the building ages and is exposed to the elements.Every door is installed with 3 heavy duty 6” zinc plated hinges to provide maximum strength and durability.The use of treated lumber for the entire floor system including skids, floor joists, and decking enable Cook to extend a lifetime warranty against decay and termite damage on all pressure treated lumber.The 4×6” treated floor skids are notched so the floor joists can be recessed into the skid providing strength and durability. This allows for movement of the building without causing damage to the floor system.Pulling blocks are installed and holes are drilled at each end of the centermost skids to help prevent damage if and when the building ever needs to be moved.READY TO GET STARTED?
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