Economics & financing
Planning a future building requires you to consider many business factors in addition to time and money. We're providing you with financing and business analysis articles to help you understand the economic factors that go into your metal building project.
Financial Planning Articles
How we price our steel buildings — Let's take the mystery out of the factors that go into our free construction quotes.
Understanding steel prices — Steel is the biggest material cost in new construction, so it's important to understand how it is priced and the numerous factors that affect it.
The hidden costs of metal building kits — Learn why it's better to go with a turnkey construction partner rather than buying a prefabricated and standardized DIY kit package.
Retrofitting existing versus building new — Commercial building owners have long recognized the value of retrofitting their current facilities versus re-building. It's a proven approach.
Industry secrets to get the best price for your metal building — Most people are aware of the durability of steel and how quickly and cost-effectively steel buildings can be erected. Here are several ways to help you get better pricing.
Construction using metal buildings saves you time and money — Building with cost-effective pre-engineered panels is a smart investment that pays off well after the construction phase.
Can you find big city opportunity without big city prices? — For prime commercial and industrial real estate, few places are more appealing than the Greater Toronto Area. Here's how to build on that opportunity.
Here's the way to beat B.C.'s rising rental rates — Finding existing warehousing in British Columbia is nearly impossible. Industrial rental space in Vancouver lies at a near-zero percent vacancy. Time to build instead.
Pre-engineered metal buildings are a long-term investment that retain value — Cost-effective industrial buildings made from pre-engineered panels earn you money even at the end of their lifespan.
How long should I expect my new steel building to last? — An affordable investment into a pre-engineered metal structure is a strong relationship for life.
Get a bigger building that requires less maintenance — Using pre-engineered steel for commercial or industrial construction projects means larger interior spaces that cost less to maintain.
Anticipate future needs with expandable engineering — Prepare for increased capacity by using expandable pre-engineered technology and end walls that allow for future expansion.
Don't get locked into an existing building footprint — Pre-engineered steel buildings offer adaptable engineering to allow you to quickly and affordably expand the size of your existing structure.
Five benefits of steel building construction — From lessons learned in his 25 years within the industry, Frank Melo explains why steel buildings are an ideal choice compared to wood-framing construction.
Benefits of steel over lumber for commercial buildings — While lumber is primarily suited to consumer purposes, industrial and commercial facilities require more durable materials that are quicker to assemble and easier to maintain.
Benefits of building with pre-engineered steel panels — Metal is one of the best resources for your next industrial building project, offering many distinct advantages over traditional materials such as mass timber, wood and concrete.
Business growth starts with intelligent capital investment — Choosing where to place funding involves planning to produce a good return on investment. Capital assets like metal buildings are always a wise choice.
The importance of capital budgeting for steel building projects — Long-term investment that will help maximize future returns in your business begins with thoughtful analysis and careful planning.
Future growth through capital investment is simple math — Deciding whether to invest in capital equipment doesn't have to be difficult. Use these proven formulas to help determine the best use of your resources.
Economic slowdowns are a time to plan and prepare — Downturns represent an opportune moment to contemplate the next phase of a company's future.
Infrastructure investment opportunities in a recession — Indicators of a recession are weakening, but businesses should be prepared for economic downturns.
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