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The Cardinal Guarantee.

Built on more than twenty-five years of trust. We have been raising buildings and looking after the people who buy them since 2000 — and we stand behind every one with a ten-year Guarantee written for whatever the weather intends.

A Cardinal building on open ground

What the Guarantee includes

Four things that actually go wrong.

Product failure

Should the building itself fail, the remedy is ours, not yours.

Shifting in wind

Covered if your building moves on its site in a hard blow.

Freeze and thaw settling

Midwest ground never holds still. The Guarantee accounts for it.

Storm damage

Rain, wind, and the ordinary violence of a Midwest spring.

Keeping it valid

Four simple things

  • Keep your building on a level, properly prepared site
  • Perform basic maintenance over time
  • Avoid modifying the structure after delivery
  • Any moves must be done by Cardinal-approved professionals

Coverage exclusions

Where it stops

  • Damage caused by work not completed by our team
  • Moisture, mold, or condensation related to drainage, insulation, or sheeting
  • Issues related to heating and cooling systems
  • Damage from neglect, misuse, or animals
  • Site issues after installation, including erosion

Eligibility

What it applies to.

ConditionDetail
Purchase datePurchases made on or after March 1, 2026. Previous purchases are excluded.
Not coveredC+, Eco Sheds, animal structures, and pre-owned buildings
Care and useStandard care and use guidelines must be followed
RelocationMoves must be performed by Cardinal-approved professionals
OwnershipConfirm transferability — the 2026 catalog is silent, the guarantee flyer says original owner only

This page summarizes the Guarantee. The written terms supplied with your building govern — ask your dealer for a copy before you buy.

A Cardinal building delivered near Anna, Illinois

Ten years is a long promise.

Which is exactly why we put it in writing rather than on a banner.