Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ's)

1. Why build with steel? 2. Will my home look different than the rest in my development? 3. What about the enviromental impact of steel construction? 4. What about cost? 5. Can my home be energy efficient? 6. Will steel frames interfere with portable radios, phones, or TV reception? 7. What about lightning? 8. Will my home rust? 9. Can my house be built to resist earthquakes and hurricanes? 10. Will steel framing affect the indoor air quality? 11. Will I be able to remodel my home? 12. How do I hang pictures in a steel frame home? 13. Will I have to pay higher insurance premiums for my homeowners insurance? 14. Will I be able to sell my home? 15. How can I get more information on steel framing? 16. Can I find competent steel framers? 17. Will the house need bigger footings and foundations? 18. Can I find plumbers and electricians to work on the house? 19. Is steel readily available? 20. Can I build a steel framed house close to the seashore? 21. Will I need costly tools to build?

*TradeReadyŽ Floor System (U.S. Patent #6,301,854 and other Patents Pending)

Dietrich Metal Framing, Inc. Corporate Headquarters 500 Grant Street/Suite 2226 Pittsburgh, PA 15219 Phone: (412)281.2805 E-mail: askforhelp@dietrichindustries.com

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