Steel Frame Homes FAQs
How long does it take to build an American Steel Core Builders house?
Our homes take an average of just 10 days to build and install. Financing, land purchase/preparing, permitting, and transportation may add 4-6 months to the process.
How long does it take to close on the purchase/mortgage?
The purchase process, including mortgage, qualification, and local permit processing, can take between 4-6 months.
Do I need to get a general contractor myself?
No, American Steel Core Builders will provide a licensed professional general contractor to oversee the installation of your new steel-frame home.
Do I need to obtain my own permits from the city or state?
No, our general contractor will obtain all of the required permits to build your steel-frame home.
Will you help me get financing or a mortgage?
Yes! We work closely with licensed professional financing specialists who will help you find and qualify for a mortgage or other financing to suit your personal needs and situation.
What if I don’t have a lot to build on? Can you help me find one?
Yes! We work with the top professional real estate agents in Florida who are excited to find the perfect lot to build your new steel frame home.
Are American Steel Core Builders homes Florida-code-compliant?
Yes, all American Steel Core Builders homes are Florida code-compliant and built to our high and exacting standards.
Are your homes safe even in hurricane winds?
Yes, all of our homes have been tested to withstand wind speeds of 178 mph. That is Category 5 hurricane-strength wind.
Can steel-frame homes stand the test of time?
For a long time, steel frame building has been the norm for business and commercial structures. Steel frames are almost indestructible; they won't bend, crack, break, rot, or twist. Steel framing is dependable, sturdy, and resistant to damage. Steel beams and columns will not warp or become permeated when exposed to water.
How do steel-frame homes react when exposed to fire?
Steel does not combust or ignite. It does not produce smoke or spread fire. Therefore, it doesn’t help fire spread.
How is steel frame different from traditional wood or concrete construction?
Steel outperforms wood in terms of strength-to-weight ratio. So, compared to wood, steel is both lighter and stronger. By enabling wider frame spacing and larger bays compared to wood, more usable floor space can be achieved. A house with a steel frame can be built in a fraction of the time it would take to build a traditional home because the frames are prefabricated offsite.
Why are steel framed houses more eco-friendly?
Reduced scrap and construction site waste result from the factory-built nature of most steel-framed houses. Structural steel also meets the criteria for sustainable design standards, such as the National Green Building Standard (ICC-700), ASHRAE Standard 189.1, and the International Green Construction Code (IGCC). It is also recyclable.
Why are steel frame houses inherently safer than other building materials?
Quality control and assurance processes are used in the engineering of steel. This process ensures the ductility and reserve strength of this sturdy material as well as its improved structural integrity in the face of unfavorable weather, fire, or explosive events.
Can termites damage homes made with steel frames?
Houses with steel frames are impervious to wood-destroying insects and rodents. That means you don’t have to worry about the structure of your home suffering damage due to common pests like termites, carpenter ants, and others.
How does it work? Where do I begin?
To begin, simply fill out our “Get Started” questionnaire, and a helpful representative from American Steel Core Builders will contact you. From securing financing to locating a suitable lot or helping you prepare your own to selecting and implementing the final touches, we are here to help you every step of the way.
To construct a house with American Steel Core Builders, what type of lot is required?
In addition to being big enough to fit the house model of your choice, the zoning must match the intended use.
