Is LVL more affordable than steel I-beams?

• <div><p>Yes, an LVL beam is more affordable than the <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-much-does-steel-i-beam-cost.htm">cost of a steel I-beam</a>, totaling between $50 and $200 per linear foot as opposed to the $100 to $400 per linear foot you’d pay for a steel I-beam. Not only is the wood material more affordable than steel, but it’s also more similar to traditional wooden beams and doesn’t require as much retrofitting to connect joists. </p></div>

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Q: Do I need an LVL beam?

• <div><p>Beams made out of traditional lumber can often only span 8 to 12 feet without requiring vertical supports, so if you want a wider opening to create a more open floor plan, you might need an LVL beam. LVL beams can span up to around 30 feet without the need for load-bearing walls or vertical supports underneath, making them a better option for keeping your home as open and airy as possible. </p></div>

Q: Why should I pick steel I-beams?

• <div><p>Steel I-beams are an increasingly popular choice for supporting a structure because they support a large amount of weight with a small profile and without the need for load-bearing walls or supports underneath. This allows for more open floor plans, which most people tend to prefer. They also resist fire, pests, and rot and last for the lifetime of your home.</p></div>

Q: How long does metal fabrication take?

• <div><p>Most projects take 1-4 weeks, depending on material sourcing, design intricacy, and required finishing treatments like powder coating or galvanization.</p></div>

Q: What’s the difference between a lintel and a beam?

• <div><p>The difference between a lintel and a beam is what loads each is responsible for supporting. A lintel is a type of beam that is responsible only for supporting the load above an opening, such as a window or door, and transfers the weight to the side walls around an opening. A beam supports the slab and transfers the load to nearby columns, which then disperse the load to the ground.</p></div>

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Last update on November 23, 2025

Reviewed in February 2013
Promptly returned my call and answered all my questions!!! The work was performed the same day at a very reasonable price. I will call him in the future for any other welding I need done.
Schumacher Welding Inline Boring
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Reviewed in April 2013
They had it done days earlier than estimated and it looks and works great, very high quality welds. Price was very fair for the quality of work done.
First Street Welding
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Reviewed in June 2012
I called them on April 2nd, to ask them when they could do the job and was told to bring it in. They are located about 15 minutes away from my home and I took the boat in and dropped it off. They build my new river boat from the shell of a 16ft Jon Boat. They built a really well designed...
Yellowstone Welding
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Reviewed in January 2012
Daniel's Quality Home Repair built me a high quality blanket cabinet for storing guest blankets and extra sheets. The piece of furniture is beautifully crafted and very functional. It's over 6 feet tall and is sturdy enough for the children to pull the blankets out of play in. It is built to...
Daniel's Quality Home Repair LLC
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Reviewed in July 2015
Provider tested and failed 2 back flow units. Said both units need repair and would cost $350 each. Charged $100 for just testing. We had a second opinion who found only one unit to be in disrepair. He fixed and tested both units for $80.00.
AAA Service LLC
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