Why Choose a Pre-Engineered Metal Building?

There is much to consider when choosing a construction approach for your new building. Budgets, timeframe, aesthetics, sustainability, functionality… these are just some of the factors that determine how your vision ultimately becomes reality.

For a wide range of commercial and institutional projects, the idea of a pre-fabricated metal building is compelling for reasons of speed, affordability, and flexibility. It can also be muddied with visions of “big, boring, and boxy.”

Here we present the five most compelling reasons to choose pre-engineered metal building systems (Butler buildings, in particular) over conventional construction.

5 Reasons to Choose Pre-Engineered Metal Buildings:

  1. Lower building costs
    Because pre-engineered metal buildings are pre-engineered, standardized designs can be used to reduce engineering costs.
  2. Faster installation
    Proven to reduce construction time up to 30% over conventional construction, pre-engineered metal buildings eliminate the need for on-site modifications that can add unnecessary time and expense to your project.
  3. Lower lifecycle costs
    Achieve a greater return on investment by choosing a pre-engineered metal building system that includes a standing-seam roof system with weather-tight system features to eliminate leaks and significantly reduce operating costs. As an example, Butler’s MR-24® standing-seam roof system is proven to last up to twice as long as conventional roofs and can save up to 90% in roof maintenance costs, preventing unforeseen repair costs.

    Pre-engineered metal buildings can also be made extremely energy efficient to further lower operating costs. Butler buildings offer ThermaLiner™ insulation for superior thermal efficiency.
  4. Compelling sustainability attributes
    Pre-engineered metal buildings are sustainable products with long life cycles, and offer an affordable way to build a green building that can earn LEED® credits. Look for a metal building that is made from recycled and recyclable steel and one that features energy efficient roof and wall systems.
  5. Virtually unlimited design flexibility
    Pre-engineered metal buildings can accommodate just about any size project, from offices to large multipurpose facilities. Notably, Butler steel buildings offer a clear span of up to 150 feet wide with no columns required, making it a great solution for hangars, storage facilities, sanctuaries, convention centers, and gymnasiums. Plus, with exterior options that include wood, brick, stone, or glass you can create a beautiful and unique building to meet your desired aesthetics. Pre-engineered metal buildings can also combine with conventional construction by elegantly providing for clear-span needs.

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Whether you’re looking to buy a Butler pre-engineered metal building system or have an entire project built from design to finish work, we are your resource.

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