Why should I pick steel for my new support beam?

• <div><p>You should pick steel for your new support beam for a few reasons. While steel is more expensive than other materials, such as laminated veneer lumber or glulam, it offers the following benefits:</p><ul><li><p>Fire-resistant</p></li><li><p>Unaffected by pests</p></li><li><p>Longer-lasting</p></li><li><p>Stronger against water damage (when galvanized against rust)</p></li></ul><p></p></div>

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Q: Why choose bespoke metal fabrication for your project?

• <div><p>Custom metalwork offers durability, design flexibility, and unique aesthetics tailored to specific needs.</p></div>

Q: How much does it cost to hire a metal fabrication professional?

• <div><p>Professional metal fabricators usually charge around <b>$70 per hour</b>. Three of the largest cost factors are the size and complexity of the project and the price of materials. The type of metal can impact the cost as much as the intricacy of the metal fabrication you want done. Another cost factor is your geographic location, as labor and materials can vary widely depending on the cost of living where you live. </p></div>

Q: Are beams and joists the same?

• <div><p>No, beams are the primary load-bearers for flooring or roofing systems, and they distribute the weight of the structure to your foundational supports, while joists bear far less weight and distribute their loads to the beams. Beams are usually thicker and longer, and they have support posts or foundation walls beneath them for support.</p></div>

Q: Does steel framing increase home value?

• <div><p>Using a steel frame may raise the value of your home. Steel is more heat resistant, has better longevity, and doesn&rsquo;t need any upkeep compared to traditional wood. You can also customize a steel build a little easier than other materials like brick, concrete, and vinyl&mdash;which have trouble bending and adapting to renovations.</p></div>

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Last update on December 13, 2025

Reviewed in March 2025
They are great! Reliable and professional .
REVIVAL HVAC LLC
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Reviewed in February 2025
From the first we meet to the end of the job on time completely kind crew well mannered very professional work completed as they said five stars not even enough great job !
Exotic Concrete Design
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Reviewed in March 2024
Alec was great! Friendly and professional. He did an absolutely wonderful job.
The Wolf and Willow Home Cleaning LLC
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Reviewed in October 2023
The level of professionalism, the price, the timely manner in which it was done
JOHN DIDIER LANDSCAPES LLC
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Reviewed in April 2023
Fast professional service and YES I would recommend this company.
Dog Guard of NE Indiana, LLC
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Reviewed in July 2022
Excellent! Efficient, polite and my windows look great!
Double Clean
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Reviewed in March 2022
Nick at Affordable Construction was very good to work with. He always responded quickly to my inquiries. The roof replacement went very well. The crew was top notch. Very efficient and did an awesome job. Nick sent a large crew to make sure the job was done in one day. The crew did an excellent...
Affordable Construction and Exteriors Corp.
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Reviewed in October 2021
They installed a new metal roof and made sure they cleaned everything up. They were very professional and communicated well throughout the whole project!
Professional Roofing Solutions & Construction LLC
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Reviewed in October 2021
Very knowledgeable and experienced in foundation raising and stabilization. I was very pleased with the work performed on my 65 year old house on a crawl space.
Premier Foundation Solutions, LLC
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Reviewed in September 2021
Very professional but willing to listen to what I wanted. I thought the price was a little high but the quality of the work was excellent. All the help was personable and there was very little cleanup after the job was done. I am planning on hiring them next year to do another job.
Webb Concrete Construction, Inc.
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