Imagine building the safest and most durable home on the planet for approx. 10% more than wood. Now it is possible with BuildMax Steel. BuildMax provides home building kits using conventional wood frame with metal siding and metal roofing, all steel frame (preassembled) with metal siding and metal roofing. Looking for the quickest and best method? The answer just might be steel. 

Metal building kits are popular for a variety of reasons. What are the advantages of steel over wood construction?

ADVANTAGES OF STEEL OVER WOOD

·       Strength       * Durability        * Sustainability – infinitely recyclable.       * Accelerated timelines

·       Streamlined, efficient, and cost-effective construction process (65% of the framing is assembled in our factory).

·       Steel coils don’t warp, split or crack like wood, ensuring consistent uniformity and accessibility.

·       Better supply chain planning and control – minimizing delays & keeping projects on schedule.

·       Steel is lightweight, has high strength-to-weight ratio — it can be stored & transported easier.
* Requires significantly less storage footprint compared to wood.
* Lighter weight also means cheaper and more efficient transportation.

·       No special treatment needed for moisture, pests, or decay.

·       Precise manufacturing techniques enable accurate & custom fabrication of components. This *reduces waste *optimizes material usage *enables faster installation onsite *Corners are perfectly square.

·       Pre-punched for mechanicals.

·       Stable, engineered properties and consistent attributes ensure a high standard of finish.

·       Significantly faster and more efficient framing off-site.
* This translates into reduced construction costs.

·       Lower labor costs for construction team.
* Requires fewer workers – and they can be less skilled.
* Assembly is straightforward with basic training requirements.
* Steel’s lighter weight reduces the need for heavy equipment at building site.

·       Steel is exact & straight –
* contributes to strength and to aesthetics. * Also simplifies & speeds up finishing processes

·       No mold or rot. Resistant to warping, shrinking, or expanding due to changes in moisture levels.

·       Durable & resilient. Greater structural integrity & resistance to natural disasters like earthquakes, hurricanes, flooding & fires. Also mitigates the risk of termite infestation.

·       Eco-friendly. Less than 1% waste during construction. Contributes to green building practices and certifications.

·       Lightweight construction system minimizes loads on foundations – saves on substructure costs.

·       Lightweight nature – excellent solution for sloping or difficult sites.

·       Easier, more cost-effective code compliance

·       Improved energy efficiency. Minimized air leakage and thermal bridging.

·       Easier, cheaper maintenance for homeowner.

·       Quicker – 65% of framing done at facility

·       Cleaner and safer construction site.

Conventional wood framing is another popular building method these days due to the lower cost of wood materials. Another advantage to stick-built barndominiums is you won’t have an issue finding a framer that is familiar with this method of building.