Why Steel Buildings are the Choice for Savvy Builders

As building technology advances and building codes become more and more strict, steel buildings continue to grow in popularity, not just for factories and office buildings, but for home owners who want garages, garden sheds, storage sheds and farmers who want to upgrade their barns and storage buildings. Today’s builders are looking for structures that go up fast, meet all the codes and safety standards and are economical to build, both in the short term and over time. Steel buildingsand steel building kits meet all of the requirements and offer unique benefits of their own.

Steel Building Quality

The best steel buildings are constructed of high-grade steel, nearly all of it recycled from previous uses. The most common grade, 26 gauge steel, provides a lightweight but very strong structure.  It doesn’t warp, twist or rot as wood does, and it maintains the same tolerances throughout its life. Wood, on the other hand, gets weaker when it absorbs water, and is subject to rot and insect infestation.

The components of steel buildings are fabricated to meet exacting standards. This extends beyond the walls and roof parts. Even the bolts, screws and fasteners – which are nearly always included with the purchase of your steel building – are fabricated to meet specific standards and grade requirements. The building components are built in a controlled environment that ensures adherence to the high quality standards you have a right to expect.

Building Codes

In many areas of the country, building codes require strict adherence to specific standards for wind tolerance and load bearing capabilities for buildings. In hurricane-prone areas, the building codes require that all structures be stable in high speed winds. In areas that are prone to heavy snow, the codes specify the amount of weight that roofs and structures must be able to bear. Manufacturers of steel buildings will work with the building codes in any region, township or county to ensure that the building design meets or exceeds the building codes for that region. Even earthquakes are not a problem. In fact, steel buildings withstand seismic shocks far better than wood or concrete structures because steel is more flexible.

Steel Buildings Are Economical

The materials for steel buildings are generally more affordable than wood or concrete structures, and the ease with which they can be assembled reduces their costs even further. Because steel buildings are lighter in weight than most other types of buildings, they usually require a less costly foundation. The construction process is simpler. In fact, many DIYers save the cost of construction by doing the assembly themselves. Even if you opt for a professional installer, the short assembly time means you pay far less for construction.

If you’re in the market for a garage, home office, storage shed or other small building on your property, take a look at the many advantages offered by metal buildings.