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: What factors affect custom metalwork costs?

• <div><p>Costs depend on metal type, fabrication complexity, labor, finishing, and shipping or installation requirements.</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: 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: 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>

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Scott (owner of DUCTZ) and his Team arrived at the time promised and they displayed professionalism in cleaning our home ducts while safely practicing the current CDC protocols. The DUCTZ company owner provided pictures of before and after the cleaning that spoke volumes to the thoroughness of...
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Reviewed in March 2020
We utilized Maryland Carpet Repair & Cleaning several years ago to repair carpeting that had stretched and needed to be cleaned. We had an excellent experience at that time so we decided to try them again. We are so glad that we did! Umar, Will and Chris were the excellent technicians who came...
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Reviewed in June 2015
This was my second experience with Abby Steam Cleaning. I didn't think it was possible to get better service than the first time, but they really exceeded expectations. They came out within 4 hours of me calling, which was impressive. When they got there, the water heater was still leaking. They...
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Reviewed in May 2013
Plumber found the leak, but not until after he used bare channel grip pliers to remove a $50 shower arm from my bath that I had purchased and installed to gain a rainshower function. Left the chrome shower arm damaged and in need of replacement. What careless, completely unacceptable...
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Reviewed in September 2009
So we were having our brick stairs redone out front of the house and we wanted to find someone to replace the two broken railings. Because only the top-cap of each railing was broken, our contractor for the brick work suggested that a repair could be performed. One fellow quoted $1000.00 per...
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Reviewed in July 2007
We got a yearly contract with them to come back out if we needed their service. My husband was very pleased with the service.
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