The Hidden Cost of Wood Frame Construction

These are staggering numbers, and unfortunately, most homebuilders fail to consider both the financial and environmental impacts when deciding on what building technologies to use. Homebuilders often throw away cut-offs, damaged materials, and unused or incorrect materials that are left over when the job is complete. We have often seen builders toss entire pallets of pavers, roofing materials, doors, and lumber into the dumpster simply because it was easier than sending it to another job or back to the warehouse. This is precisely where light gauge steel framing offers a smarter approach, as it is manufactured to precise specifications, drastically reducing on-site waste. Some builders attempt to recycle traditional materials; however, it can be difficult to manage the process, or to justify the cost of two separate containers at a job site, or the time it takes to sort the waste.

To help educate and bring more awareness to the impact on our environment building with wood has, we have developed this simple easy to use Calculator which compares the use of wood to light gauge steel. Plug in the numbers of your new home or building to see the comparison.