In the preliminary stages of your new steel building project, have you heard about the perks of hiring a broker versus hiring a contract manufacturer? There are big differences. Are you aware of them? You might want to read this article to learn what they are before you start your building project. Often opting for a broker might provide you with the cheapest cost on base materials. The cause for those enticing rates is simple, brokers take the information you give them and quote you the smallest number possible, bearing little in mind about the quality of your materials. They will advertise in various places hoping to attract buyers with their low numbers. Is this such a good thing? Not necessarily. Why? Well, these numbers commonly come with hidden costs. If you or someone you know is considering buying a steel building from a broker, it is absolutely critical that you know that the way a broker makes the most commission is by purchasing the cheapest raw materials they can find just to fit the order as quickly as possible. (And remember, “cheap” does not always mean “quality.”) Once the broker has delivered the raw materials for the building, that will often be the last time the buyer hears from them. Services rendered (once the agreement has been signed) may be incredibly limited. In other words, don’t expect much more than the materials you paid for except for maybe a manual. Some brokers might even add fees at the last minute for blueprints and bolt patterns.
Therefore, take care not to be surprised if you end up spending too much time erecting a new steel building that didn’t get engineered with assembly in mind. Brokers are commonly more concerned with the business end of things. Being versed in the subtle details about their structures is not always their top priority. A broker’s function is to make a sale.
General Steel is a company that cares about your organization and is not just concerned about making a sale. We want you to be satisfied with your building and we are confident that you will be. How confident? We offer a 50 year structural warranty on all our buildings. Call us today for more information: 1-800-745-2685.
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