When most people picture churches, they think of an old brick building, stained glass windows, and high arches.
But, you've probably noticed that many new churches today are choosing to build with metal.
Pre-engineered metal buildings are perfect for steel mills, warehouses, and distribution centers, but they're becoming the go-to option when congregations look to build their new church.
But why are more and more congregations worshiping in metal structures?
Prefabricated metal buildings cost less, last longer, and provide the large, open space and tall ceilings needed in a place of worship.
In the article below, we'll go more in-depth about why metal buildings are perfect for churches.
What churches mean to their communities has changed over the past few decades.
The church is no longer a building to be used once a week on Sundays or the special occasion.
Now it's a place of community where you can create and grow relationships.
This has also changed how the church is represented architecturally and how they use their space.
To build churches the way they used to be built could cost upwards of a million dollars today. That's not practical to most congregations.
Aside from that, many churches need a multi-purpose church building that can be used for the various events that the church hosts.
Prefab metal buildings are perfect for this.
Churches need to stretch every dollar as far as they can so they have more money to invest in their communities.
Building with metal will allow churches to save money during the construction phase.
Economical prefab steel buildings are an excellent choice for a church because they offer the most structure for the least amount of money.
Cost-effective steel buildings have the potential to save their congregation thousands of dollars over other construction methods, and the savings start immediately.
Building with steel also gets the congregation into the new church much faster because pre-engineered systems can cut the construction time by about 33% on average.
The time you save is priceless, but it can save you hundreds, maybe thousands of dollars on labor costs on your metal building construction project.
You also don't need to worry about the weather because the bulk of the construction takes place in a climate-controlled factory.
When your pieces are delivered to the job site, they can be assembled quickly, so the construction is straightforward.
Every piece of your structure will arrive clearly marked and ready to assemble.
If your congregation is growing faster than you anticipated, metal church buildings can grow along with their congregations.
Unlike traditional wood buildings, metal buildings are very easy to expand.
All prefab steel buildings can be modified to fit your needs as your church grows.
You can easily add extra rooms, add depth or length to existing rooms, or you could even consider adding a second floor.
Your options are endless with steel buildings.
One of the other major benefits of metal buildings that we've already touched on is their ease of assembly.
Compared to traditional structures, metal buildings are very simple and quick to erect.
This appeals to the DIY types that might be members of the church and those who would rather work with a professional team of assemblers.
Every church congregation needs a place to worship, and steel or metal structures can ensure that a church family isn't without a place of worship longer than necessary.
PREFAB STEEL CHURCHES REQUIRE MINIMAL MAINTENANCE
No one enjoys routine maintenance, do they?
If given a choice, any church would choose a structure that doesn’t require frequent routine maintenance and upkeep.
Steel is an excellent alternative to wood and other building materials with low maintenance costs and the ability to deliver long-term service without fail, making it a popular choice.
Steel church buildings are resistant to fire and insects, and they can stand up to most natural disasters.
Heating and cooling any building can prove to be expensive, especially if the building is old.
Prefab church buildings can provide their congregations with up to 50% in energy savings because of the insulation methods available.
But not only do you stand to save money on your energy bills, but almost all steel in use today is recycled.
That makes steel one of the most environmentally friendly building materials.
And, if there ever comes a time when you don't need your building, you can have it recycled.
That will allow it to be reused repeatedly because no matter how many times steel is recycled, it never loses its strength.
These are a few reasons that most new churches are choosing prefabricated metal buildings over all the other types of buildings to house their congregation.
Steel churches save money when you build, they save money month after month in energy costs, and they are good for the environment.
Pre-engineered steel buildings are the most efficient and cost-effective option when it comes to building a new church, and congregations everywhere are starting to take notice.
To see how STEVENS can help with your Metal Church Building Project, contact them today!