This is a tricky question to answer because there are a lot of factors that go into pricing out a home. BuildMax can help you get started but a General Contractor will need to give you a turn key price, or if you are self-building ask us for our FREE BUDGET WORKSHEET to calculate your expenses.

Our packages start at $39.00* a sq ft to $42.00* depending on the design, wind/snow load and distance from the factory. Most of our building kits come with windows and doors, but you can also purchase a steel shell and buy your windows and doors locally.

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 *total area square footage

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.

·       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.