Wednesday, July 17, 2013

Steel Building Kits


Steel Building Kits first gained popularity in the early 20th century. Their use became more widespread during World War II and significantly expanded after the war when steel became more available. Steel buildings have been widely accepted, in part due to cost efficiency. The range of application has expanded with improved materials, products and design capabilities with the availability of computer aided design software.

Steel provides several advantages over other building materials, such as wood:

Steel is a "green" product; it is structurally sound and manufactured to strict specifications and tolerances. It is also energy efficient. Any excess material is 100% recyclable. Steel does not warp, buckle, twist or bend, and is therefore easy to modify and offers design flexibility.

Steel is also easy to install.Steel is cost effective and rarely fluctuates in price. Steel allows for improved quality of construction and less maintenance, while offering improved safety and resistance. With the propagation of mold and mildew in residential buildings, using steel minimizes these infestations. Mold needs moist, porous material to grow. Steel studs do not have those problems.

Heat conductivity: Calculations show that the web of an 18-gauge steel stud is about 31 times thinner than a "two-by" wood stud; however, steel conducts heat 310 times more efficiently than wood. As a net result, a "two-by" steel stud will conduct 10 times more heat than a "two-by" wood stud. Corrosion: Faulty design leads to the corrosion of iron and steel in buildings.


News Flash

WHEELING - A Wheeling real estate firm will help the new owner of the former RG Steel and Wheeling-Pittsburgh Steel headquarters in downtown Wheeling market the 144,000-square-foot building.


Jay Goodman, Realtor with Harvey Goodman Realtor, last month sold the Market Street structure to New Albany, Ohio-based Access Infrastructures for $800,000. He said the company is a real estate investor specializing in buying distressed properties and renovating them for reuse. Goodman's firm will list and help market the property for lease.


The last owner, RG Steel, lost the steel building during bankruptcy proceedings in 2012. Access Infrastructures could not be reached for comment.


Friday, July 12, 2013

Steel Buildings That Last

Pre-fabricated steel buildings for sale have numerous advantages over conventional building of structures right from scratch due to a number of reasons. If you have minimal or zero experience in design, then a steel structure is the way to go. Such pre-engineered kits come in varied sizes and dimensions, tailored to meet almost all purposes. So, whether you want to add another building to be utilized as a shop or just a shed on your property, add to an existing structure, or build a garage where you can store your vehicles, you will find that a steel kit remains your best bet.

Why Go in Steel Buildings for sale?

- Less Costly: If you have done the costing of a structure built using traditional construction methods, you may have probably realized that it is very expensive. The high cost is often attributed to the meticulous design, materials, labor, plus some additional costs, and this can weigh down your ambitions of owning the structure of your dreams. Pre-fabricated building kits, on the other hand, cost relatively less because all its pieces are always fabricated to fit together perfectly. You will still have to pay for the construction of your building even after purchasing a steel building kit, though it significantly reduces the construction time resulting in savings in costs to as much as 50% when compared with other construction methods.

- Time Saving: As aforementioned, if you are operating under any kind of time constraint, opting for a building kit will greatly help you save a lot of time. In a typical construction project, myriads of problems always spring up due to bad weather, wrong choice of materials or human errors. In construction of steel buildings, most of these problems are usually eliminated as components often leave the manufacture's premises when they are ready to be fit together. This essentially makes it easier for you to plan out a tentative timeline for the project completion.

- More Durable: Steel is a hardy, weather resistant material and as so you can be sure that your structure will be able to withstand hurricanes, high winds, torrential rains and even snows. Another problem you will bid goodbye is the headache of having to regularly pay for termite exterminators. Additionally, insurance companies love steel buildings as they can withstand fire and most harsh weather conditions. Erecting a steel structure will thus go a long way in helping you make savings in insurance costs.

- Easy to Maintain and Help Cut Down on Energy Cost: The procedure for maintaining steel buildings simply involves cleaning with soap and water. Steel structures do not rot or crack like most other building materials, more so, if you have them painted and coated by the manufacturer. Besides, this ease of maintenance makes steel buildings more energy friendly. These kind of buildings are 100% recyclable and do not emit toxic substances into the environment, like treated wood. Steel structures normally have an insulation applied on them that is very energy efficient as it has excellent heat and cold retention capabilities.

Without much doubt, investing in steel buildings for sale will leave you sufficiently protected against unnecessary additional costs. They are equally as versatile as one's needs, making them the best choice for expansion and remodeling needs. They are often used in the construction of airplane hangars, schools, churches, barns, office buildings, garages and boat storage areas.

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