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Why move when you can refurbish your existing steel building?

In the current unstable economic climate refurbishing your existing premises could be an attractive and cost effective option.
Extend your existing steel building

If you need more space but can’t justify moving to new premises, why not consider extending your current building?
As long as the [...]

Choosing a reliable steel building contractor is a difficult task, especially when we’re surrounded by companies all claiming to be ‘the best’.  As with anything else in life we generally get what we pay for, so it’s wise to make a selection based on more than just cost.
Of course, safety is paramount so one of [...]

In these times when we’re all being urged to consider the environmental impact of what we do, it’s important to consider the issue of sustainability when embarking on new industrial and commercial building projects.
Steel offers a truly sustainable building option, using less natural resources and offering a high degree of recyclability.  Added to this are [...]

Following on from the winter of 2009/10 with its extreme temperatures and heavy snowfall, the early onset of winter in 2010 is bringing its own havoc with widespread snowfall, freezing fog and record breaking low temperatures.

Snow, Ice and Steel Buildings
Snow and ice can become a real problem for steel buildings as the roofs [...]

Why choose a pre-fabricated steel building?
Pre-fab steel buildings offer:-
Speed of Assembly
If you’re considering a new building project, pre-fabricated steel buildings are certainly worth considering as they’re so quick to erect.  Without the need for deep foundations or heavy equipment it’s possible to go from bare site to finished building within a few weeks!
Value for Money
Prefabricated [...]

A question customers often ask us here at Miracle Span is “Do I need planning permission for my new steel building?”
Firstly, its a good idea to talk to your local planning department
Arrange an informal discussion with your local authority planning department to discuss your intended project.  It’s often possible to get a good indication on [...]

Here are Miracle Span’s recommendations for 10 things to consider when buying a steel building :-

Spend some time thinking about exactly what you need your steel building to do for you – if you’re clear about this you’re less likely to be talked into buying extras you [...]