Steel Building System vs Wood, Modular, Quonset Huts & More!

Building System Comparisons

Steel vs Wood, Quonset Huts & More!
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Which Building System is Right for You?

Depending on how you plan to use your new building, there are alternatives to our building systems you should fully consider before deciding to buy one of our I-Beam, C-Channel or tube steel building systems. The choice comes down to your budget, the environmental conditions the building will need to endure and ultimately how effective the building functions as a garage, shop, warehouse, manufacturing facility, church or barn among hundreds of other potential applications.

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Building Comparisons

Steel Buildings vs Pole Barns

Learn why pole barn kits may be the wrong choice for your project if you live in certain areas of the United States

Steel Buildings vs Pole Barns

Steel Buildings vs Quonset Huts

Are Quonset hut kits the best choice for your project or just an acceptable solution? Learn more.

Steel Buildings vs Quonset Huts

Steel Buildings vs eBay Buildings

Thinking of purchasing a steel building on eBay? Think again. This infographic outlines why eBay metal buildings may not be the reliable option.

Steel Buildings vs eBay Buildings

Buying vs Renting Commercial

From location to cash flow, there are several key factors when looking to rent or buy commercial property. Read more here about what you should consider.

Buying vs Renting

Steel Buildings vs Modular

Compare the cost of steel buildings to commercial modular buildings and see which building system solution is the right choice for you.

Steel Buildings vs Modular Buildings

Steel Buildings vs Wooden Outbuildings

Learn the difference between wooden outbuildings and steel outbuildings and how both can feature the aesthetic appeal of wooden buildings.

Steel Buildings vs Wooden Outbuildings

Steel Frame vs Wood Frame Homes

Discover why the quality of wood framed homes has declined in recent years and how a steel framed home may be the residential solution you been looking for.

Steel Frame Homes vs Wood

American Steel Buildings vs Chinese Steel

Chinese Steel vs American Steel Quality

How differences in the Chinese steel manufacturing process can compromise the integrity of your building & why ASTM is an essential construction standard.

American vs Chinese Steel

Barndominiums vs Steel Homes

A comparison of the features in a barndominium vs. a traditional home, the benefits of a barndominium, and how these unique buildings make great homes.

Barndomium vs Homes

Carport vs Garage

If you are debating between a carport or garage, or adding a carport to a garage, here is everything you need to know about both building solutions.

Carports vs Garages

I-Beam $20 - $31 per SQFT

C-Channel $20 - $34 per SQFT

Quonset Hut $7 – $20 per SQFT

Pole Barn $25 - $30 per SQFT

Modular $80 - $200 per SQFT

Block $15 - $30 per SQFT

Bryon, Spring Hill, KS
"When I built my house in 2003, I put in a 400 amp service knowing that I was going to have my dream shed. Thirteen years later, I got the opportunity and couldn't be happier. The quality of materials is outstanding. Knew there would be glitches, but General Steel was very responsive. I am happy with my decision."

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Our Building Systems

I-Beam

Flagship product for the General Steel brand, designed for any use imaginable and delivered to any location.

Building Packages

C-Channel

Are available to be delivered to select locations. Provide an all steel structure at a lower price than I-beam.

C-Channel Buildings

Tube Carports

Sold through our light gauge division Discount Steel, these provide an affordable structure for temperate climates.

Tube Carports

Anything is Possible

Building System Comparisons

Steel vs Wood, Quonset Huts & More!