Steel Storage: 5 Reasons Why

No one wants to spend money on construction that won’t withstand its environment. Steel is naturally strong and durable. The flexibility of steel makes it ideal for high-wind areas like Oklahoma and steel can resist all types of extreme weather: rain, snow and heat. With the addition of an aluminum-compound coating, steel buildings can endure for nearly thirty years without rusting. Durability is one reason for the rising popularity in steel buildings, but it’s not the only one. Steel offers many benefits to the farmer, rancher, homeowner or anyone who needs some extra storage space:

Ease of Construction

Steel storage buildings are available in pre-engineered kits that are delivered to and erected on site. With pre-engineering all the heavy work of welding, cutting and drilling is completed at the factory, leaving only the job of assembly do be done. Steel buildings can be ordered to exact specifications and with the addition of adjustable panels the size of the building can be expanded or decreased if the need arises. There are no support columns in a steel storage building and the absence of center columns means more usable space inside the structure. Steel storage buildings are also versatile: from airplane hangars to potting sheds, there’s a design for every need.

Good Looks

If you think all steel storage buildings look like a freight-train car, think again. Today’s steel buildings can be customized in color and shape. In fact, with customized facades steel can be made to look like stucco or a traditional wood building. Far from being an eyesore, a steel storage unit can actually enhance the look of your property.

Safety

Steel is a non-combustible material. The likelihood of a fire spreading to or from a steel building is extremely low. That’s one reason why steel storage units are a safe option for storing hazardous materials and household chemicals. Steel walls mean privacy. Your equipment remains out of sight from prying eyes and if extra security is required security systems are an easy upgrade. With the addition of being strong steel is flexible, which makes it ideal for construction in Oklahoma.

Affordability

Pre-engineered steel buildings cost less than conventional construction. Steel won’t split, warp or creep and is naturally resistant to rot, insect infestations and mold; it’s practically repair- and maintenance-free. There’s no need to pay an architect to customize your steel building and quick assembly means fewer labor costs.

Eco-Friendly

Many people don’t realize how environmentally friendly steel production really is. The waste from steel construction averages about one-tenth of the waste from traditional wood construction according to Greener Ideas. And that waste is completely recyclable. Unlike some other materials, no matter how many times steel is recycled its original properties aren’t diminished, it remains strong and durable. The production of steel has improved in the last few decades and it now requires 1/3 less of the energy to produce steel than it did only twenty years ago. The American Iron and Steel Institute reports other advancements in the production of steel such as fewer carbon emissions and the recycling of water used for production.

Energy-saving windows can be added to steel storage buildings, making them easier to cool, and the reflective quality of steel means it reduces the amount of absorbed heat more than many other types of construction materials. The ability to stay cooler without air conditioning can make a big difference during long Oklahoma summers.

There are many solid reasons to choose steel when you need to build a storage facility on your property. Whether it’s for storing hay, an RV, farm supplies or garden tools steel is an obvious choice for its durability, cost, and convenience. But a steel storage unit may also be the best option for the environment and for your energy bills. Whatever the reason, contact us to see if a steel building is right for your needs!