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We use a 6" I-Beam column that bolts to a 12" I-Beam rafter. The rafters have purlin clips welded to the top of them. We use a 6" purlin which bolts down on top of the rafters. We have a heavy "cee" channel that bolts to the bottom of the rafter and hangs straight down. Bolted onto this channel, we have what is called a ceiling rafter. The ceiling rafter has clips welded onto it 2' on center. We bolt our ceiling joists to these clips. Our ceiling joists are 6", 16 gauge "zees" that sheet rock attaches to. All of the above is the "red iron" portion of the home.

In between the I-Beam columns, we use a 6" metal stud. These are 18 gauge studs so they are very strong and are not considered light gauge. The studs are spaced 16 " on center. The roof covering is a colored ‘R' panel. This goes on over the radiant barrier insulation, and is attached to the roof purlins. No plywood decking goes under it, so that the roof system is non-combustible. We also include colored eave and gable trim. The peak is fully vented. The wall covering is a steel wood grain siding that looks like horizontal lap wood, board siding. The siding comes in 12'-6" lengths, 8" tall. Each piece is 8" tall but looks like two 4" boards. The soffit panels under the overhangs are included and are vented. No sheathing board is necessary under our siding so that is non-combustible.

Energy Efficient Insulation

On the outside of the roof framing and the outside of the wall framing, we include a low-e radiant barrier/moisture barrier insulation wrap. This is to stop the thermal conductivity, or the hot and cold, from traveling through the steel. It stops 97% of the radiant heat penetration during the summer and 97% of the radiant heat loss during the winter. The homes still need conventional insulation, such as blanket fiberglass or blown-in insulation.

Architectural Ribbed Panel Roof System

This is the ideal roof system for your home. It's attractive, maintenance free, weather tight, and easy to install. Our heavy 26 gauge steel panels outperform asphalt shingles in hail storms and strong winds. There is no need for a wood decking under the panels so our roof system is fire and termite proof. The system includes a vented soffit, vented ridge cap, and a complete trim package.

Steel Wood Grain Siding

It was an easy choice when we selected our recommended wood grain steel siding for its tough, durable, and maintenance free finish. The average person can install it themselves. It's long lasting, weather tight, an never needs painting. Steel siding's performance against hail, wind and rain is unsurpassed. With your Heritage All Steel Home, there is no need for a wood sheathing board under the siding. Therefore, your walls are fire and termite proof. Of course our home packages are available without siding for brick, stucco, or other siding products.

Garage & Shop

The garage and shop are available as a 25' x 24' x 9'-4" attached model or a 21' x 30' x 9'-4" detached model. By using regular windows and doors, you can also convert this into a small cottage.

Note: Since color is one of your versatile design tools, Heritage offers fourteen distinctive roof and siding colors. Color charts are available upon request.