If you’re interested in buying a new home, look no further than Metal Barn Central. Steel building homes are the houses of the future. They are more durable, safer, and more affordable than traditional homes. So, don’t wait! Call us now at (980) 819-4605 to get yours!
Why You Should Choose Metal
When most people think of buying a new home, they don’t think of metal houses. The images that come to mind are of traditional brick and wooden structures. That is the normal thought process, but, at Metal Barn Central, we want to challenge you to think differently. Metal homes are much safer, longer-lasting, and even more budget-friendly than traditional homes.
• They’re Fire-Resistant
One of the greatest dangers to you and your home is fire. Fire can destroy everything you own in a matter of minutes, and it can start in so many ways. You can’t control lightning strikes or wiring issues, but you can control the type of home you get. Steel does not burn. This means that a steel home will help prevent outside fire from spreading to your home.
• They’re Durable
Steel is the strongest building material out there, so that means that steel building homes are the strongest homes. Metal buildings are designed to withstand strong winds, heavy rains, blizzards, and even falling debris. Metal houses are fitted with vertical roofs that channel everything off with ease. If you want your home to stand strong, you want a metal home.
• They’re Long-Lasting
Wood rots and breaks down. It is a natural part of life, but no one wants their house to rot away. You want to be able to live in it for your entire life. The best way to ensure that is to get a metal building house. Metal building homes are made from galvanized steel that is proven to stand the test of time. We even have a 20-year no rust guarantee!
• They’re Pest-Resistant
Mice, spiders, termites, and every other creepy critter imaginable has no place in your home. You can ensure that those creepy crawlers stay out of your space by choosing a building material they can’t chew through. Steel is impenetrable to hungry termites and even the most determined mice. And if that wasn’t good enough, you will also save on extermination costs because no critter is getting through the walls of your strong steel home.
• They’re Mold & Mildew Resistant
We often forget just how dangerous mold and mildew can really be. Certain molds contain mycotoxins, substances that are able to cause illness and even death in humans. The best way to avoid having mold in your house is to choose a steel building home. Steel does not condensate or absorb moisture. That means there is nowhere for the harmful molds to grow.
• They’re Budget-Friendly
Steel is the most budget-friendly material on the market in the long term. The upfront cost might seem normal, but we promise you that steel saves you hundreds to thousands of dollars over the years. This is because a metal building home does not need the same kind of repairs traditional homes do. There’s no paint to repair or boards to replace.
How Big Can My Metal Home Be?
At Metal Barn Central, we make metal houses in all shapes and sizes, but there are some sizes we see requested again and again. Since these are our most popular sizes, we want to make sure you know a little more about each one. Here is a list of the most popular metal home sizes:
1. 20×35 Steel Home
The 20×35 steel home is the perfect size for people who are looking to scale back and better enjoy life. 700 square feet may not seem like a lot of space, but that’s the point! Tiny houses are popular because they give you the ability to focus on what really matters. The 20×35 metal building house will help you achieve that goal.
2. 30×30 Steel Home
Much like the previous option, this 900 square foot home is great for those looking to dial things back. It is also a great choice for people who are looking to expand. The 30×30 metal building house makes a fantastic guest house! It’s quaint enough to fit in your yard, and spacious enough for your relatives and guests to enjoy themselves.
3. 30×40 Steel Home
The 1200 square foot option is getting closer to what most people think of as normal house size. This is a great option for newly married couples who are looking for a more permanent option than an apartment. The low cost of building and maintenance makes the 30×40 metal home even more attractive for that purpose.
4. 30×50 Steel Home
Young couples and families alike would be comfortable in the 30×50 metal house. 1500 square feet gives you plenty of space to spread out and enjoy your life. You will even have extra room for add-ons, like offices, mancaves, and playrooms!
5. 30×60 Steel Home
There is not much you can’t do with 1800 square feet of usable space. This is the perfect sized metal building house for a family of 3-5. The kids will have their own rooms and areas to play, and the adults will have their own spaces, too. You cannot go wrong with the 30×60 metal building home option.
6. 30×80 Steel Home
Large families and people who like to entertain will love the 30×80 metal house. Just imagine the dinner parties and gatherings you could host with 2400 square feet of usable space. This is the perfect way to upsize without breaking the bank!
7. 80×90 Steel Home
Have you ever wanted to live in a mansion? Well, with Metal Barn Central, you can! Realtors agree that a mansion is any home bigger than 7000 square feet, and our 80×90 metal building home is 7200 square feet! This is the cheapest way to live a life of luxury you have always dreamed about.
Customization Makes a Metal Building a Home
You might be afraid that a steel home will look like a garage. We are here to put your fears to rest, because all metal building homes and metal building home kits from Metal Barn Central are completely customizable. We offer additional features that can make your metal home the exact home of your dreams.
When we say that you can customize everything, we mean it. There are three main things you can customize with us, and there are lots of things you can get from outside sources.
1. Doors
We offer two standard metal building doors; one has windows, and the other does not. It is unlikely that you will want either of these doors for the front door of your home, but we are still here to help. As long as you provide us with the dimensions of your door, we will make a frame and a cut-out for it in your metal building home.
2. Windows
We also offer a metal building window, but it is likely you will want your windows to come from an outside source. Once again, as long as we have the dimensions of your windows, we will create frames and cut-outs for them.
3. Framing
Framing is where we truly shine. We are experts at creating floor plans and metal home structures that stand the test of time. Our strong steel framing is the backbone of your new metal home, but you get to decide where and how the rooms are divided. We give you the full creative freedom to design the floorplan of your house.
Another great benefit you get with a metal home is the ability to expand. The process is nothing like wooden homes, where you have to rip the building apart. The expansion process with a metal home is as easy as unbolting the current wall and bolting the new extension in its place.
Choosing the Right Insulation
Like traditional wooden homes, you need insulation if you want your steel home to be warm in the winter and cool in the summer. Insulation is a barrier between the inside of your home and the elements. No one wants their living room to be the same temperature as the frigid temperatures outside. By installing insulation, you keep your metal home comfortable.
There are several types of insulation, but the most common ones are: batt and blanket, rigid board, loose fill, and spray foam.
• Batt and Blanket
Batt and blanket insulation is made of long sheets of fiberglass that can be rolled out. It is the cheapest option and works well for open floors and walls.
• Rigid Board
Rigid board insulation is made of polyurethane or fiberglass. It rolls out the same way that batt and blanket does. This insulation is typically used on floors.
• Loose Fill
Unlike the previous options, loose fill insulation does not come in sheets. Instead, loose fibers are blown into corners and cavities. This insulation is commonly used in places that rigid board and batt and blanket insulation cannot be used.
• Spray Foam
Spray foam insulation is one of the best options out there. However, it is most well-suited for houses that have irregular shapes. It is sprayed into corners and irregularly shaped areas as a liquid, and then it puffs up like foam. It provides a kind of insulating protection that no other insulation can.
Prepare Your Site to Prepare Your Home
In order to have the metal building home of your dreams, you need to prepare the site where it will be installed. This is a simple process, but it is critically important. We want to walk you through the process so that you do not miss any steps in this important stop along the road to creating your dream home.
1. Clear the area of all debris and vegetation
Doing this ensures that our trucks are able to get to your installation site and easily install your building. For example, if there are bushes in the middle of your installation site, your building will not be able to be installed there.
2. Ensure that the ground is level
If your ground is not level, then your metal home will not function properly. Doors will not close correctly, and the building itself will be unstable. Making sure that the ground is level is important for your safety and your building’s longevity.
3. Have new utility lines installed
If you need to have new electrical or plumbing lines put in for your new metal house, be sure to do that before installation day. It is much more difficult for the utility companies to install them after the fact.
4. Mark all existing utility lines
We do not want our crew damaging any electrical or water lines during the installation. To help keep that from happening, please have all of your utility lines marked, including any new ones you had installed.
Why Not Choose a Kit?
We’ve mentioned that metal building homes are more cost-effective than traditional homes because steel is a low-maintenance material, but it gets better than that. You could save even more money on your metal home by choosing to buy a metal building home kit. You get a discount on it!
Now, you might be wondering what a metal home kit is. It’s as simple as it sounds. It is a metal house that you put together and install yourself. This is a great option for those who like to DIY and prove their hands-on skills.
If you want to try out DIYing, this is still a great option for you. Our kits come with everything you need, from the wall and roof panels to the bolts and screws. Plus, we provide you with clear instructions. Here is a more comprehensive list of everything you can expect to find in your kit:
- Wall panels
- Roof panels
- Steel framing
- Frames for doors and windows
- Doors and windows (if you purchased them through us)
- Bolts and screws
- Additional customization features, such as gables and gutters
- Instructions
No matter what your skill level is, Metal Barn Central’s metal home kit is a great option for you because we offer the highest quality kits in the country.
The Price is Right
The biggest question on your mind right now is probably what the cost of your new metal building home will be. At Metal Barn Central, we have competitive prices, but we can’t give you a flat rate. You see, every steel building home we sell is unique and has its own unique price. The price is based on a number of factors, but mainly the extent of customization your structure undergoes from the standard model. These customizations would be the size, the color, the number of doors and windows, the foundation type, and so on. If you want a real-time price estimate for the metal structure, we suggest using our 3D Metal Building Estimator.
Do Yourself a Favor and Get a Permit
Before you purchase the steel home of your dreams, there is an important step you need to take. You need to get your building permits. This process may seem a bit tricky, as there are different standards for metal buildings and houses, but we suggest going with the strictest regulations. That is likely to be the guides for houses.
• Building Permits
There are several reasons you need to get building permits. The most obvious one is for your safety. Getting a permit means that your structure meets the requirements for a safe, livable structure. Safety is always the top-priority. Permits are doubly important if you live in an area that controls some aspects of your building’s appearance, like an HOA.
Not getting your building permits can come with some nasty consequences. On the lighter end of the spectrum, you could be fined. However, the worst possible consequence is that your new metal building home could be torn down. It’s much safer to go ahead and get your permit.
With that being said, you are probably wondering where to start to get your building permits. It’s not something most people do every day, after all. The first step you need to take in getting your official engineer’s drawings and blueprints for your metal home. Then, take those blueprints and drawings with you to your local building and zoning commission. They will look over them and either approve them or tell you what needs to be changed. Once approved, you will be issued your building permit. Keep in mind that this process can take up to three months.
Get the Metal Home of Your Dreams With Metal Barn Central
Metal building homes are the homes of the future. They are more affordable, lower maintenance, and easier to install. There’s nothing not to love with them. There’s nothing not to love about Metal Barn Central, either. We are the top provider of steel homes and metal home kits in the United States. Our staff is made of experts in the metal building world. If you have a question, they are happy to help you. In fact, they’re on standby, waiting for your call. So, don’t keep them waiting! Call us now at (980) 819-4605 to get the metal home of your dreams today!
