Choosing an Erector for Steel Buildings Projects

Unless you’ve decided that you have the necessary skills, tools and expertise to put up a steel building on your own, you’ll be reliant upon the skills of an experienced steel buildings erector to get your building up safely and on time. Choosing an experienced builder for your metal building is vital to its safety. Most things that go wrong in a steel building, especially in the early years, are due to improper assembly of the building. These tips can help you choose the best erector for your steel building project.

Find a Builder First

One way to make sure the erector you choose is experienced in putting up the type of steel building you buy is to choose your erector first and consult him on the best choice for your building site. While steel buildings may seem similar, the fact is that there are some differences in the way that each building style or and building manufacturer packages its buildings for assembly. A contractor who is unfamiliar with the particular style or manufacturer you’ve chosen may run into problems along the way.

In addition, bringing in the builder early in the process allows him to assess your building site and make recommendations for styles and other requirements. He can spot site features and shortcomings that make one particular size, shape or style of building most appropriate for your site. If you don’t have experience as an architect or contractor, you may not have the insight to recognize specific issues that will require special preparation or preclude a particular building that you might otherwise choose.

Get Recommendations from Your Steel Buildings Supplier

Of course, you don’t have to choose a builder first. Another way to ensure that you find a contractor who has experience putting you the specific type and brand of steel building you’ve chosen is to get recommendations from your supplier. Many suppliers and distributors of metal buildings maintain lists of erectors in areas around the country and will be happy to provide you with the names of several contractors in your area who are familiar with their product line.

Finding an erector who is familiar with the particular manufacturer and style of steel building can make your project flow more smoothly because the contractor knows what to expect and how to lay out the components for your particular project.

Don’t forget to check references and licenses to make sure the builder you choose has all the necessary skills and meets all requirements to do business as a contractor in your town or county. When you choose a contractor with experience and expertise at erecting steel buildings, you’ll ensure that your building will be built to all applicable codes and standards, and that can save you a bundle in repairs, maintenance and fines.