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Even cursory research into the uses for steel buildings will reveal numerous possibilities, including livestock barns, home offices, and workshops. These are all relatively common. However, Ackerman Contractors, the most experienced general contracting and commercial and residential construction company in Columbia, MO, wants to open your mind to even more possibilities. Below, they discuss some interesting, non-traditional uses people have made of their steel buildings.

Interesting Commercial Uses for Steel Buildings

Dog Boarding Facility

Steel buildingA steel building makes an ideal facility for long- or short-term care of pets. Pet ownership rates have never been higher, and with people working longer hours and marrying later, dog day care and boarding facilities are booming. A steel building is sturdy, easy to clean, and energy efficient. You can design the interior to contain individual kennels and group dog runs with custom ventilation, as well as a choice of floors to make odors and cleanup a breeze.

Equestrian Center

A large enough steel building can be used as an equestrian center, including a tack room, feed storage, and a large central space for use as a year-round exercise arena. You can also build stalls to house ponies or full-sized horses. The steel construction resists damage in case one of the horses become temperamental and is tough enough to withstand the elements.

Shared Office Space

A steel building can be outfitted with all the amenities needed to create a comfortable and fully functioning shared office space. You can install numerous individual work cubicles, as well as conference spaces, private meeting rooms, and even product assembly areas. This would make the space attractive for a variety of small and home-based businesses.

Athletic Center

A judiciously sized steel building provides just enough space for use as an athletic center. Movable walls can be used to create facilities for handball, racquetball, or squash around the perimeter. Leave the large, central area open for tennis, pickleball, basketball, or even hockey. There should be plenty of room for locker rooms and showers, and with some preparation, you could even install a swimming pool.

Ackerman Construction, the general contracting experts in Columbia, MO, can help you design and build a steel building tailored to your company's individual needs, no matter what business you're in. Visit the website to submit a contact request form, or call (573) 256-1986 to discuss your options.

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