subject: Be Careful Where You Buy Your Metal Buildings From [print this page] Steel buildings are an increasingly popular option for people considering storage buildings, garages, commercial buildings, agricultural buildings, garden storage and home offices or additions. One of the biggest selling points touted by manufacturers is price - steel buildings are often far more economical than traditional construction for many reasons. But it doesn't always make sense to buy the cheapest steel buildings you can find. As the old saying says, you get what you pay for. If you're in the market for a metal building and find a sweet deal with a really, really low price, be sure to find out exactly what's included and figure in the costs of other upgrades that may be necessary to make a cheap steel building usable for your needs.
Insulation and Weather Readiness: Consider what your building will need in the way of insulation in your area. In some parts of the country - and for some uses - insulation won't be important to you. If, however, you'll be working in your new building or need it to be kept warm because it will be sheltering animals or sensitive equipment, you may need to add the cost of insulation to the price. In warmer regions, consider paying a slightly higher price to get a reflective roof that will help keep the interior of your building cooler. In snowy regions, paying for a building designed to shed snow may add a little to your cost up front but can greatly increase the life of your building. Inferior Materials in Cheaper Steel Buildings: Be wary of economy steel buildings offered by some manufacturers. These are often made of substandard materials, such as substandard 29 gauge steel which is inadequate for even moderate climates. Cheap steel buildings are usually not painted, or may be painted with a single coating of color without any sort of rust or corrosion inhibitor. Cheap steel buildings like these may rust or deteriorate in just a few years. It's far more cost effective to pay a little more up front for a metal building made from high-quality steel and painted with corrosion-resistant coatings.
Consider the Cost of Accessories: Many cheap metal buildings are little more than unpainted metal boxes. Any accessories that you add will come at a premium. Those accessories include doors, windows, gutters, ridge vents and other things that many people consider necessities. When comparing prices, be sure that you add in the cost of those accessories on those building choices that don't include them. Before you decide that cheap steel buildings are your best choice, be sure that you examine all your options and consider the hidden costs of making the cheap choice.
by: William Wright
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