With the new innovations in technology steel is no longer used just for big skyscrapers. You can now use steel for residential and light commercial projects like homes, outbuildings, and carports; steel has become a popular choice because of its strength, durability and resilience. Prior to using steel we were more comfortable using wood as the preferred building material. Why choose steel over wood? 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 properties. This will prevent many people with mold allergies from needless suffering and in severe cases, death.

Household pests, such as termites, insects and rodents, aren’t able to eat away your investment as they are able to do so through wood. This is especially significant in rural areas where this is an ever growing problem. Above it’s significant over wood. Steel is also a ‘green’ product; it is structurally sound and manufactured to strict specifications and tolerances. Steel doesn’t warp, buckle, twist or bend and any excess material is 100% recyclable. No need to worry about weaknesses such as knots or splits as you would with wood. The use of steel products can also slow the spread of fire and structural damage if one ever does occur.

One other unique trait of steel components is their strength. A steel I-beam can sustain more weight over a longer span which gives you the opportunity for larger rooms and wider open spaces than a wood structure. Steel is about 50% lighter than other common building materials and can be integrated into wood and concrete structures as well. Steel trusses are also manufactured which puts much less stress on the foundation of your building. Using steel is not only more reliable it is much more economic for the consumer. The cost of purchasing and, maintaining steel is significantly less than wood with very little waste.

These steel buildings come in a multitude of shapes, sizes, colors and finishes. You can purchase a do-it-yourself kit or have one custom made to your specifications. There are carports, garages, storage buildings, riding arenas and even churches completely constructed out of steel.