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Top 5 Reasons To Build Your Future Home w/ Prefabricated Steel

dscott@ecosteel.com · July 6, 2016 ·

There’s little question that prefab steel is the current direction of the future of building. Cost effectiveness, efficiency and speed of construction combined with new technologies which allow for 100% custom buildings all make steel a very powerful option whether you’re building your next home or starting a new development. But there are a few things to consider before starting your prefab steel project. Here are the top five…

1: Go Green! – How concerned are you with sustainability or green building? Will you be seeking LEED certification on your project, or applying for sustainable tax credits? If so, steel is probably your best option. Prefab steel is one of the most renewable resources on earth, and all prefab steel is currently 75-85% recycled content, and rising.

2: Superior Insulation – What type of environment is your project in? A steel prefab building with EcoSteel’s insulated panels achieve the highest insulation values available anywhere, with no thermal gaps or bridging prevalent in all lumber buildings. What does this mean? Lower power bills forever, green credits, and a more comfortable building to start!

3: Ultimate Durability – The average lumber home requires 3-4 acres of timber to build. It is susceptible to fire, termites and other insects, and its integrity will be quickly diminished by extreme temperatures and marine or humid environments. The average steel home on the other hand will require 3-5 junked cars, and is infinitely more resilient to these common issues. In addition, steel is much more durable during earthquakes, floods, fires, and other disasters that would normally destroy a stick build. Insurance companies know this, and your rates will permanently reflect it!

4: Design Flexibility – What kind of design do you envision for your project? Prefab steel affords the highest level of design flexibility in the world. From cantilevers to clear-spans giving you wide open spaces. Steel prefab allows possibilities that would be impossible to achieve with any other material. And this doesn’t mean you have to end up sacrificing the aesthetics you want. With modern prefab steel the design opportunities are truly endless. From classic to modern, it can be accomplished with steel!

5: Construction Speed – Finally, where do you want to build, and how quickly? Bolted and screwed prefab steel buildings go up faster than any other traditional building method. They can be accomplished in some of the most unforgiving, smallest or most remote building locations in the world. Imagine having your new building up in a matter of weeks, not months. With prefab steel, it’s a reality.

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Prefabricated Steel Homes

dscott@ecosteel.com · July 3, 2016 ·

EcoSteel Prefabricated Steel Homes Process

There’s little question that prefab steel is the current direction of the future of building. Cost effectiveness, efficiency and speed of construction combined with new technologies allows for 100% custom buildings. All of these make steel a very powerful option whether you’re building your next home or starting a new development. (If you’re thinking of pursuing a commercial option, you can also build a prefab office building with EcoSteel.)

1: Prefabricated steel homes are a fantastic choice, and you can get the home you want with less time, money, and inconveniences. It is important to understand what this process includes though, so you do not have unrealistic expectations about prefabricated steel homes. A common misconception is that prefabricated steel homes only take a week or two, and another is that the home is delivered already assembled and no further labor is required. These homes are much faster to build, and normally cost significantly less, but they still require some time to manufacture, and do require final assembly on the building site. You will also still need permits, plans, and other paperwork requirements as well.

Paperwork, Design, And Engineering Steps

Once you have decided on prefabricated steel homes to meet your home needs, the first step is the design and engineering aspect of the home. You will need to have the architectural plans drawn up for the home, and this is the first step required for prefabricated steel homes usually. Once you have the plans drawn up you will need to decide on a quality company for the best possible eco prefab home. The next step is to virtually build the prefabricated steel homes using three dimensional modeling and engineering software. This will take between four and six weeks usually, and can prevent costly mistakes later on. You will also need all of the required permits, and you can arrange these while your prefabricated steel homes are going through the virtual build process.

Manufacturing

Once the virtual build is done, the prefabricated steel homes will be manufactured. There are many companies that can perform this step. EcoSteel prefab homes include panels for the walls and roof that are manufactured according to your specific home plans, and these panels are insulated and may include wiring and channels for other components to be installed, depending on the company you choose to do the manufacturing. Prefabricated steel homes are ordered as a kit, and should include all of the panels and framing materials that are needed to assemble the home on site. Doors and windows are not included in most basic kits, and these will usually need to be purchased as well.

Delivery And Assembly Of Your New Home

Once all the components of the prefabricated steel kits have been manufactured, the contents are delivered to your new home building site. You will need a subcontractor and a work crew to finish the assembly and building process, because the framing and the panels will need to be constructed or installed. The prefabricated steel homes kit does not arrive completely built, there are still a number of steps that need to be done before you will be ready to move in. Prefabricated steel homes do take some time, but you will save a lot of time and money while getting the home you want. EcoSteel is an industry leader in eco prefab homes that can help you through the entire process.

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Protect Your Family: Build A Fire Resistant Home

dscott@ecosteel.com · June 22, 2016 ·

Protect Your Family: Build A Fire Resistant Home

Fires continue to ignite across Los Angeles and Santa Barbara Counties.

Link to Article from Los Angeles Times

“Two sprawling wildfires tore through at least 4,500 acres in the San Gabriel Mountains on Monday, and only a canyon prevented the blazes from merging into one massive inferno, fire officials said.

The two brush fires broke out in Azusa and Duarte amid a blistering heat wave, forcing the evacuation of hundreds of homes and at least 750 residents.

The first blaze, called the Reservoir fire, was reported about 11 a.m. at Highway 39 in the San Gabriel Mountains, said Andrew Mitchell, spokesman for the Angeles National Forest.”

EcoSteel Homes Are Fire Resistant

EcoSteel significantly reduces the fire hazards posed by the many combustible materials common in most homes and offices today. Steel is a non combustible material and the panelized insulated panels of our fire resistant homes provide a resistant shell—protecting your home and values, as well they count with a fire sprinkler system installation in case of emergencies. Insurance rates may be reduced by using fire resistant structural materials such as steel.

NON-COMBUSTIBLE BREWERY CONSTRUCTION:
Modern Prefab / Fire Rated Steel System provides a fast and affordable alternative to traditional construction methods. Each fire resistant prefab home features a Solar Power + Green Roof and all steel components.

Additional advantages of our prefabricated steel structures:

Low Maintenance
Superior Strength
Mold Proof
Termite Proof
Extreme Weather Proof
Energy Efficient
Reduced Waste

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Minimalist Living: How To Start Living A Simplified Lifestyle

dscott@ecosteel.com · May 27, 2016 ·

How To Start Living A More Minimal Lifestyle – Article by: APARTMENTTHERAPY.COM

“A minimalist lifestyle is not for everyone. But in this hectic world, many of us feel that call — to have less, to spend less, to do less, to need less. Where does one start on the path to minimalism? We’ve got the beginner’s road map for getting on a path to living a more simple, minimal lifestyle at home (and in life). No one single post will magically make you into a minimalist instantly, but these ideas are a good place to start you on your journey.”

“Decide how your home can help you live a more minimalist lifestyle: Your quest for a more minimal lifestyle might point you in the direction of a smaller or simplified home. This is a big step for folks who own or rent homes, but not impossible. Again, start with a goal of what you want — be specific. Not sure what you want? Do some traveling — and look to stay in homes in the size range you’re thinking about. You’ll be able to visualize your future life easier if it’s a size you can downsize to. Or perhaps the size and type of your home is okay but it’s what’s in it…”

“Declutter: This seems pretty obvious, but it can be the most painful step for folks who have a real attachment to many of their items. Start slow and intentionally. Throw out or donate everything you obviously don’t need first. Then take and hide everything you think you could do without for a few months, to give yourself distance to be able to give them away. Then use that motivation to gather the courage to take decluttering as extreme as works for your dream, minimal lifestyle. Keep reminding yourself that stripping away as much stuff from your life will make it easier to achieve a more simple life and allow you to have more freedom. You don’t have to only live with a bed and a laptop; again, you get to decide what living more minimally means to you.”

“Invest in high-quality: When you do have (or want) to buy something new, splurge on high-quality items that are meaningful for you. Remember that it might be nicer to have a sparse home filled with dreamy designs you adore versus full of things you just sort of like. But also remember that, again, you define what minimal means.”

Read More @ http://www.apartmenttherapy.com/seeking-simplicity-how-to-start-living-a-more-minimal-lifestyle-210936

Re-edited from a post originally published 10.5.2014 – NT

Featured Project: Miami Modern Prefab

dscott@ecosteel.com · May 11, 2016 ·

Miami Modern Prefab – The Tin Box: Pioneering the Future of Sustainable Architecture
Written By Kerissa Glentz

When EcoSteel client David Rifkind and his wife, Holly Zickler set out to build The Tin Box, they didn’t realize their project would become such a large public spectacle. This green design has since drawn the attention of neighbors and news channels alike; just one of many unintended consequences they have experienced by building their home from 100 percent recycled steel materials.

The couple and their design dream team had three major objections in mind; bring in social sustainability, ecological sustainability and mix it with top notch design quality. The result? A beautifully functional, economically manufactured home strong enough to withstand hurricanes, termites, mold, and any other growths typical of tropical living.

Let’s take a closer look at how EcoSteel helped produce this award winning residence:

Social sustainability: Located adjacent to public parks, The Tin Box serves to enrich the community by helping people see how simple energy conservation is, and how it can easily be achieved in normal day to day living. The house has also provoked local discussion about sustainable construction and site development strategies, in addition to providing an opportunity for building inspectors to study the successful use of steel technologies.

Ecological sustainability: The Tin Box was designed to use the least amount of energy and water possible. Not only during its construction period, but throughout the function of the home, an effort to “both reduce energy demand and replace fossil fuels.” Rifkind says. The home uses 100 percent recycled water gathered from steel rainwater cistern outside. The water is then run through three filters, a string filter, a UV lamp and a charcoal filter which purifies the water for indoor use.

Quality design: The home features a structural steel frame, with prefabricated panels which consume just one-seventh of the energy needed to fabricate a traditional home in the Miami area, making it ideal for solar and wind energy capability. With the durability of steel material from EcoSteel, also comes additional energy saving tactics-the strength of this unconventional frame keeps its stature safe from natural disasters and other harsh weather conditions.

From affordability to planted green roofing, this high-performance building is sure to have long lasting admiration. And with the goal of building a net-zero energy home, this couple get to reap the benefits of economic reward, as well as an abundance of personal gratification.

EcoSteel specializes in providing all-steel materials for economical and durable architectural development. We use 3D technology to bring our structural concepts to life, allowing our architect and builder counter parts to continue the design process by visually honing in on the specifications of each project. For more information about our steel material and collaborative efforts, please contact us at 555-5555.