Why PermaBilt Uses 80,000 PSI 29-Gauge Steel for Roofing and Siding
At PermaBilt, we believe every part of your pole building should be built to last, including the roofing and siding. That’s why we use 80,000 PSI 29-gauge steel as our standard for every building we construct. It’s strong, reliable, and gives our customers great value without cutting corners.
What Does 80,000 PSI Mean?
You might see “80,000 PSI” and wonder what it actually means. In simple terms, it refers to how strong the steel is. PSI stands for “pounds per square inch,” and 80,000 PSI means this steel can handle a lot of pressure before it bends or breaks. It’s tough, which makes it a great fit for buildings that need to stand up to wind, rain, snow, and time.
Why 29-Gauge Steel?
Some people think thicker steel is always better, but that’s not always true. Our 29-gauge steel is lighter and easier to work with, which helps during installation and lowers the overall cost of your building. Because it has such a high strength rating (80,000 PSI), it holds up just as well if not better than lower-quality, thicker steel.
It’s the sweet spot between strength, durability, and cost. That’s why we trust it on every building we put our name on.
Strong Enough for Northwest Weather
We build all over the Pacific Northwest, where buildings face a mix of heavy rain, snow, wind, and sun. Our steel siding and roofing are made to handle all of it. The high-strength steel panels resist dents from hail, don’t warp or crack with temperature changes, and stay secure in high winds. You won’t need to worry about replacing panels every time the weather gets rough.
Low Maintenance, Long Life
The steel we use comes with protective coatings that help prevent rust, fading, and damage from the sun. That means you won’t have to paint or repair your building every few years. It stays looking good and working well with very little upkeep.
A Standard You Can Count On
We don’t offer 80,000 PSI 29-gauge steel as an “upgrade” or “premium” feature, it’s our standard because we believe every customer deserves a building that’s strong from the start. It’s just one more way we make sure a PermaBilt building is a building you can count on for years to come.
PermaBilt builds post and wood frame structures – commonly known as pole barns or pole buildings. We can design you any number of pole building types to fit every need, including metal garages, horse barns, storage sheds, steel shop buildings, commercial buildings, and more. Choose from hundreds of existing pole barn building designs or let us customize a pole barn building to meet your needs.