By Steve Murray


Surplus steel buildings do not seriously exist. Surplus sales are typically a high-pressure sales tactic used to get a consumer to make a split-second decision without gathering competitive pricing from a number of resources. Steel building buyers do not order steel buildings on a 'whim' nor do they typically put down a monetary deposit on a building by mistake . Buyers seeking for a steel building usually know what options and attributes the steel building needs to have in order to fit their wants. With that being said, manufacturers do not manufacture entire steel buildings on speculation; so buildings are typically not laying around in some yard waiting for someone to purchase the 'last one' available.

Be on guard if your representative brings up a surplus steel building that is available at a low price . More importantly, if the surplus steel building does exist, it may not be appropriately rated for your geographic weather region. Steel buildings are rated for environmental loads which they can withstand including snow and wind. These environmental loads for snow and wind can vary dramatically between places even within the continental United States. A metal building roof (snow) load in Montana is most likely not the same for a Arizona steel building. Local building codes also provide for conditions that may require specialized design and construction features that are not available in a possible surplus steel building.

The harsh reality is that surplus steel buildings could be used steel buildings. In that case, you are now buying a building that has been assembled , disassembled , and soon to be re-assembled at your location. The purchase of an used building can undoubtedly provide you with a considerable discount, but it may be frought with issues including poor construction techniques from the previous builder. The existing building may not have the size and number of doors you would like or be the color that you would prefer on your property.

When looking for a steel building and evaluating prices be confident that the bids you receive accurately account for tax and freight charges. These costly items can be a big surprise when dealing with an unscrupulous steel buildings representative . Be certain that any bid you receive incorporates applicable taxes and freight costs. Depending upon the design of the steel building you are looking to buy, you may want unloading and building services to be included in your purchase.

When shopping for a metal building make sure that your demands and requirements are apparent just before you do any comparison shopping. If you know your requirements , a qualified steel building representative can aid you with code requirements, therefore giving you an accurate estimate for your steel building. Never pay in advance for steel building prices. Any reputable steel building company should present you with a total steel building estimate without asking you to pay any money in advance.




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