Steel buildings cost less to build than their wooden counterparts. Their design is handled via computer software, reducing the time and costs involved in drawing up the perfect plans. You’ll work with one specialist rather than all of the people involved in a typical construction job. Prefabrication makes for cheaper and quicker manufacturing and installation with less time and manpower required, too. You’ll save labor costs and you won’t be left with a hefty cleanup job at the end of construction because all of the parts you have on-site will be designed perfectly to be used in the building without any cutting or welding. Plus, steel is a highly recyclable building material, retaining its quality through endless recycles that help to drive down its cost. It is the most widely recycled building material in an industry ever striving to reduce its energy use. But when it comes to steel buildings, the savings don’t stop there. You’ll continue to save money everyday for the life of your building because steel has benefits you just don’t find in other building materials.
Low-Maintenance
Steel buildings are known to be very low-maintenance. The durability of steel makes for a building seldom in need of serious repair or reconstruction. Steel isn’t susceptible to the pests, molds or mildews that cause other buildings to rot and collapse. That means you won’t have to pay the high costs of eradicating pests and mold, either. Steel stands up to tough weather conditions, too. While wooden buildings require resealing and repainting due to wear and tear from wind and rain, the paint used on a steel building lasts more than three decades. And with durable metal roofing, you can forget about replacing damaged and leaking roof shingles, even when the roof is covered in snow and ice. Steel buildings won’t burn down, either, which is especially important if you live in an area where wildfire is a threat.
Low Insurance Premiums
Investing in a more durable building leaves you paying less to insure it. Steel boasts a reduced risk of catastrophic damage from water leakage, rotting and burning, and insurance companies adjust your rates accordingly.
Easy Expansion
When it comes time to add more space, steel buildings are the easiest to expand. Simply removing an endwall allows you to extend the internal framing to any length you need. Because its so easy to expand, it’s also cost-effective and saves you and your business plenty of valuable time.
Cheaper Utilities
Steel buildings are easier to insulate effectively because they are engineered to have deeper wall cavities. A well-insulated building is an energy efficient one, so you’ll save money regulating the internal temperature no matter the season.
Retaining Value
The durability of steel buildings helps to retain their value, which makes them easier to part with once you no longer need them. A 20 year old steel building can look and function as good as new for a second owner. And even a building past its prime can be sold to be recycled.