If you're thinking of a new CDMG metal building for your business, you're making a great choice.
There are several reasons metal buildings will work for your business.
First of all, the assembly is quick and easy. You can shave months of time off of a traditional build with a metal building.
Our most valuable resource is time, and a metal building will save you a lot of it.
They are also very durable, flexible, and versatile.
Moreover, in addition to saving you time, they are also very cost-effective and energy-efficient, able to save you energy costs for years to come.
If you do opt for a metal building, and why wouldn't you, you need to keep the insulation in mind.
Insulation is essential for any building, not just metal buildings.
However, not all metal buildings require an insulation package.
There are reasons you should get an insulation package no matter what, and we will discuss those below.
Why Insulation in Metal Buildings Is Important
If you live in an area with extreme temperature swings, or if you want to collect energy savings, you should get proper insulation for your building.
Sometimes when buying a metal building, especially if it's your first time, insulation never crosses your mind.
However, insulation for metal buildings is essential if you want your new building to last for generations.
Insulating your structure will help it maintain a comfortable temperature by keeping warm air out in the summer, and warm air in during the winter.
It also creates a barrier in the roof and walls of your building that will protect against condensation, something we'll talk about more later.
Check out our article about the Benefits of Buying A Pre-Engineered Building to see how a steel building could help you.
Where Should You Insulate?
If you do nothing else, you should at least install a layer of insulation in the roof of your building.
Depending on the geographic location of your building, or if you live in an area with varying temperatures and four distinct seasons, you should insulate the walls as well. Location will also impact the type of insulation used.
If there's a chance that a massive wall of snow will pile up against the side of your building in the winter, you need to insulate.
Likewise, if the temperature and humidity in your area skyrockets in the summer, you should insulate.
Steel building insulation will break the steel-to-steel contact and in turn will prevent condensation and rust.
The Water Threat
Rust is caused by condensation and the water it creates. Rust is your building's worst enemy.
Your building's structural integrity will be compromised if rust collects around your building's connections, bolts, and screws.
Not to mention the mold and mildew that will almost assuredly appear in the enclosed, moist environment. This is especially true for hot climates, but cold climates are not immune to the issue.
The good news is that rust is an easily preventable problem if you choose to insulate your building and regulate building temperature.
The Creation Of Condensation
The condensation is created when warm air inside of your building connects with a cold surface, like your roof or wall panels.
The mix of the warm air and cold surface causes water vapors in the air to condense, allowing moisture to congregate.
The insulation you choose will serve as vapor barriers to prevent condensation in the roof and walls of your building from forming. Insulation provides consistent temperature control so that you never have to worry about condensation creeping in.
Remember, condensation in your building creates rust, and rust will shave years of life off of your building.
Purchasing an insulation package is essential to the health and longevity of your building.
Different Types of Insulation
Fiberglass blanket or Batt insulation- This is one of the most common types of insulation, the most budget friendly, and easiest to find option. Fiberglass blanket insulation is what we see in attics or unfinished basements.
Rigid board- These are insulated boards made from fiberglass or foam plastics that will be cut to fit your building. Rigid board insulation usually requires another layer of protection, like vapor retarders or air barriers to protect against outside elements.
Insulated panels- Two metal panels that stabilize and protect the layer of insulating material in the middle. This is an expensive option but is durable with an easy installation and removal process.
Spray foam- Spray foam insulation is a flexible method that is sprayed and expands into a solid insulating plastic to fit perfectly in the target space and create an airtight seal. It is inexpensive and easy to do yourself but difficult to remove. Closed-cell foam is a higher quality spray foam that doesn't expand as much and can act as a vapor barrier. It is usually more expensive than typical open-cell spray foam.
Loose-fill- Loose-fill insulation is comprised of loose fibers and fiber pellets that are ‘blown’ into your building’s space, where they insulate and pack into hard-to-reach areas. It is usually more expensive because of its quality.
Reflective foil- Reflective foil building insulation typically comprises of two layers of polyethene, one reflective and one not to create radiant barriers, which usually sandwiches a gap of laminated air. The cost will depend on the size of the roll.
What insulation type you will need depends on a wide range of things. This includes but is not limited to the size of your building, what your metal building will be used for, the weather and climate of where your building is, and many more factors need to be calculated to make an informed decision about which metal building insulation option you want to go with.
Nucor Building Systems
As a Nucor Authorized Builder, we think their systems is an excellent insulation option for your building.
Nucor offers a full line of insulated metal wall and roof panels that have cutting-edge energy efficiency and embody attractive styling.
The Nucor panels are a superior insulation option designed with the latest scientific breakthroughs, making them lightweight and durable while maintaining a simple installation process and visual appeal.
There are several ways Nucor separates itself from all the other installation options:
They Are Attractive And Lightweight
Insulated wall panels and insulated roof panels offer a clean, high-quality appearance that will immediately add value to your building.
As one of the most sophisticated building products on the market, insulated panels enhance the appearance of your building all while reducing the structural requirements and installation costs.
They Are Sturdy And Durable
Nucor insulated metal panels incorporate a finished interior liner, and a factory-applied air and vapor shield.
They also incorporate an insulated foam core finished exterior weathering surface into a single cladding unit.
The composite action resulting from a chemical bond between the injected-in-place foam core and steel skins creates a lightweight, rigid unit with exceptional spanning capacity.
They Have Reliable Thermal Performance
With Nucor panels, you get 100% reliable thermal performance and insulation continuity.
No cavities, gaps, crushed insulation or thermal bridges.
The insulated core is the most thermally effective insulant commonly available today.
The panels have been tested under a variety of North American Standards to ensure compliance with various building codes and industry standards.
They Are Superior To Tilt-Wall
Insulated metal panels are a much safer and cost-effective alternative to tilt-wall construction.
IMPs are recyclable and can be installed in virtually any weather condition.
Tilt wall construction is both costly and time-consuming, requiring the use of heavy equipment.
Insulated Metal Panels offer sustainable construction, with far less construction time and higher insulation values.
Insulation Is Vital, Make Sure Yours Is Done Properly
If you're thinking of a metal building, and you want it to last into the foreseeable future, you need to have it insulated.
Nucor Building Systems offer the best insulation on the market with its insulated metal panels.
Before you get started with your build, contact CDMG, an industry expert.
CDMG will be sure you get everything you need in your new building, including insulation.
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I'm Ben Sparhawk, the Content Writer and Marketing Account Manager for CDMG. I write to showcase the work that CDMG does and everything related to the pre-engineered metal building industry as well as their engineering capabilities. When I'm not working on content, you can find me spending time with my wife and children. You can also find me in the gym, trying to better myself, and I also enjoy spending time outdoors hiking or checking out local parks.