Steel frame construction leads the way globally as being a quicker and cheaper alternative to timber framing solutions. Light gauge steel from companies such as Blue Scope Steel is supplied on rolls and then roll formed into steel segments which are then put together into prefabricated frames that are used by builders and owner builders internationally to build steel frame homes, internal walls in high-rise buildings and other structures such as garages, sheds and even complex architecturally designed commercial buildings. Ignore the rumors of steel framing being noisy; whilst this was once the case with antique building systems that adopted a welded steel frame system, these issues have since been resolved as pop rivets have been introduced meaning that with expansion, the two metals are not causing a PING effect any longer. The steel frame structure is actually so sturdy in its design that homes vary rarely move, unlike timber frame homes where you will most definitely discover cracks in internal wall and roof linings where the timber frames have warped or moved with heat, age, dampening and even breakage has occurred in some instances. Steel frame homes have become the desired building product the world over, but it seems the trade and qualification of people is still catching up.
Construction being an industry synonymous with staying on the edge of technology is proving to be a hard nut to crack when it comes to residential building solutions. Some carpenters and builders have been using timber as a frame system for so long that they simply will not make the move to steel frame homes. This is probably a good thing because if they are not interested in progressing their knowledge and skills then you're probably better off not using them at all. With the environmental issues we face today, steel is becoming more attractive to those multinational builders who are interested in the honorable association with moving into steel frame homes.
The speed issue would have to be one of the most desirable qualities of the product with full house frames and floor systems being completed in just a couple of days on most homes. In addition it is also important to realize that almost no cranes are required in steel frame implementation.
So you're about to build a home and you are after a company that can facilitate your needs. You will require a company that offers a full design and drafting service and can build plans to suit the steel frame home method of building. Anything is possible in the steel frame design, but your plans do need to be drawn by someone who is experienced in this steel frame building method. If you already have plans, your builder should be able to redraw them with steel in mind at a nominal fee, often done free by some steel frame home companies as a
service to customers.
So sit back and relax knowing your home is made from steel because you'll have a termite free home that will stand the test of time, with most major steel homes suppliers offering a 50 year guarantee on the steel frames and because the system is so strong and sturdy some steel frame builders may also extend a warranty to the rest of the workmanship.
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