Pre-engineered steel buildings have become a popular choice for many types of bare-bones commercial applications: warehouses and factories, for example. These type of simple buildings are easily scaled down for small residential buildings like garages or sheds, and they're quite popular among consumers looking to add affordable storage space.

However, modern building materials, insulation, and finishing options make steel buildings a better choice for many types of buildings such as churches, retail stores, and offices - and homes. Their primary advantages over traditional construction - that they are cheaper and faster to build - stem from the fact that much of the work is done at a factory that fabricates the component parts of the building. They can be finished with any type of exterior you'd want - brick, stucco, siding, and more - to look like a traditional wood-framed house.

For almost any residential construction, steel framing is worth investigating. As with any construction project, there are some complicated decisions to make and potential pitfalls to avoid. This BuyerZone Buyer's Guide will explain the process and help you get the best steel building for your business.