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Steel vs Wood Framing: The Real Cost of Construction (with Howard Akin)
Is steel framing really more expensive than wood and what happens when you look beyond material costs?
In episode 11 of Steel Framing Connections, Howard Akin of Accurate Steel Fab, a Dallas-based steel framing manufacturer, talks about why he made the switch from wood to cold-formed steel and what developers should consider when comparing construction costs.
Drawing on decades of experience in multifamily development, Howard shares how steel framing can influence project timelines, labor requirements, insurance costs and long-term building performance.
In this episode, you'll learn:
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