Superman, isn’t known as “The Man of Wood,” or, “The Man of Cinder Block.” So why build with these materials? Advances in steel fabrication have made it possible to build residential and commercial structures entirely of light gauge steel.

While it's true that steel is more expensive than wood and cinderblock, the additional expenses are offset by labor and overhead savings.

Steel is a long-lasting, high-quality framing member that is non-combustible and can resist temperatures up to 1,800 degrees F. It is generally weather resistant and has superior performance in areas prone to high-winds and earthquakes.

Steel is resistant to mildew, carpenter ants, mold, termites, and other insects. It also does not crack, warp, rot, decay, or emit VOCs.