Frequently Asked Questions

If you’re in the market for a steel building, you may have come across some retailers claiming they have unclaimed steel buildings at clearance prices. You may be tempted by these offers. How could you not be? But are legit? Or, are they just another sales tactic? What Exactly is an Unclaimed Building? When a … Read more The Truth about ‘Factory Unclaimed Buildings’ Claims When Shopping for Clearance Steel Kits

Metal building sizes are only limited to a person’s imagination. Metal builders can construct small buildings ideal for shop use, or large-scale projects can be completed. The most common, standard size options include sizes that are in high demand. The most common sizes are: 30 x 30 30 x 60 50 x 50 50 x … Read more What Are The Most Common Standard Sizes Of Metal Buildings?   

The Metal Building Manufacturers Association (MBMA) is a non-profit organization founded in 1956 to promote metal building systems. Headquartered in Cleveland, Ohio, MBMA’s building system members are certified to standards set by the International Accreditation Service of the International Code Council. The goal of MBMA and its members is to promote and improve metal building … Read more What Does the MBMA (Metal Building Manufacturers Association) Do?

Why Choose Metal For Your Construction Project? While researching modern construction trends and planning to build your own residential or commercial structure, you probably have noticed that metal buildings have surged in popularity worldwide over recent years. Could a metal building be the right choice for your project? In this guide, we will introduce you … Read more Why Choose Metal

You can see that there are quite a few reasons to consider a metal building. They are cost-effective, eco-friendly, customizable, versatile, low maintenance, and long-lasting. But what are the different types of metal building design options available to you? Rigid Frame One of the most common types of metal buildings is a rigid frame structure. … Read more Metal Building Design Options

While you’re shopping for a metal building, you may encounter industry terms which can confuse you. Several terms which are related and which are easy to mix up are “modular,” “prefab,” and “pre-engineered.” What do these different terms mean?   “Prefab” is “prefabricated” and built in a factory setting. It is not a single specific … Read more Modular vs. Prefab vs. Engineered: Which Is Right For You?

The exact process for constructing a metal building will depend on the type of building selected, specific details concerning the site such as grade, slope, soil type, the manufacturing route you have chosen, and other factors. But here is an idea of the basic steps which you might take. First, figure out what your budget … Read more What is the Building Process for a Metal Structure?