Metal Buildings

Although metal buildings in Boston, MA, can take a lot from the weather, snow poses unique challenges that would test the mettle of any structure. Serious safety hazards accumulate as the snow falls, and removing it before it becomes an issue is essential for building owners. Buckled roofs, foundation issues, and ice dams are all top-of-mind when dealing with the blizzards and whiteouts of New England.

Plan for Storms

Since the region routinely experiences winter storms with high snow volumes, most metal buildings are built to withstand the forces of nature. However, heavy, wet accumulation and freeze-thaw cycles can create conditions that cause significant damage to buildings whose owners don’t take advantage of regular snow removal services.

Accumulated Problems

After every storm, metal building owners should review their structure to determine whether they need to have the snow cleared. Sometimes it may not look like a problem, but diligent removal becomes the primary concern when the region experiences multiple events over the winter. A storm that leaves behind six inches may not raise alarms, but four or five similar snowfalls in a row can quickly add up to major problems.

Before the bad weather arrives, contact Deloury Industries for snow removal services. We are also now hiring drivers that can serve our customers throughout the Boston area.

When you think of metal buildings in Boston, MA, it is easy to think everything comes pre-engineered or prefabricated. The truth is, when you are working with a construction company in Boston, you will instantly recognize that almost anything you order is custom-made to fit your needs.

While this customization is available for every building, the level of customization complexity can change dramatically depending on your needs. That is what turns a standard metal building into a complex metal building.

Some of the different ways a metal building project can qualify as a complex build include:

Complicated Roof Designs – The addition of hips and valleys.

Aesthetic Features – Embellishments and complex geometries that can make your building more striking.

Additional Floors – The addition of a basement or additional floors can add to the complexity of the structure.

Auxiliary Loads – A facility that requires structurally-mounted equipment can increase the design loading substantially.

Long Bays – Increasing the space between vertical supports.

Codes and Loads – Code changes and local differences in snow, wind, seismic activity, temperatures, energy, and occupancy can all require more work being put into your building.

Hangers – Buildings that are built to house aircraft typically require additional work to create accommodating high-fold doors and structural supports.