Batch hot-dip galvanizing (HDG) after fabrication, a total immersion process in molten zinc, has a more than a 150-year track record of providing corrosion protection for steel in the harshest environments. Though primarily known for corrosion resistance, hot-dip galvanizing following ASTM A123, Specification for Zinc (Hot-Dip Galvanized) Coatings on Iron and Steel Products, is increasingly specified for low initial cost, durability, longevity, availability, versatility, sustainability, and aesthetics. To achieve these additional benefits, there are several areas where structural engineers and detailers can work together to ensure steel pieces are successfully fabricated to achieve maximum galvanizing quality without negatively impacting structural integrity. The best practices specific to hot-dip galvanized steel may be unfamiliar to structural engineers and detailers experienced in other methods of corrosion protection, but an upfront effort to incorporate these details will pay dividends in terms of reduced cost, quick turnaround, and optimal quality. This article summarizes key topics which have the most significant impact on the quality of hot-dip galvanizing for general corrosion protection, Architecturally Exposed Structural Steel (AESS), painting or powder coating after hot-dip galvanizing, and fireproofing. …