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The Many Applications of Pre-Engineered Metal Building Systems

When calculating the long-term return on investment of a new building, investors considering a pre-engineered metal building often ask: Are metal buildings worth it? And what makes them energy efficient?

Which construction material is more sustainable - wood, concrete, or steel? We break down the durability and environmental impacts of each.

Why You Want an Experienced Steel Metal Building Erector AND General Contractor for Your Project

Now that we've highlighted the differences between a General Contractor and a Building Erector. We thought it important to share why you want both an experienced steel metal building erector and general contractor for your project. Before we get into the details, let's recap.

Should you find yourself in need for a commercial or industrial building, it would always be worth considering a Pre-Engineered Metal Building as a solution.

Some of the variables to consider when selecting a building type include the use of the buildings, location on the property, adjacencies to other buildings, distance from property lines, budget, architectural preferences and building codes.

Construction types can include frame and stucco, masonry, concrete tilt-up, structural steel and pre-engineer metal buildings.

Talking with a Design-Builder, who has a strong understanding of the different construction type of materials, can help bring focus to the building options for a specific building project.

Steel buildings have grown in popularity because of their durability and sustainability. The majority of these metal structures are produced from recycled steel, thus reducing the overall material costs. Better yet, most of the building materials can be recycled again at the end of the building's life cycle.

There are many uses for steel buildings. They are the top choice for aviation and aerospace facilities, industrial warehouses, manufacturing plants, and agriculture. Other uses include commercial buildings, churches, institutional, and self storage units. Metal buildings are also becoming more popular for use as residential housing.