The increasing global population needs strong, durable, and sustainable roofing solutions. The high demand for timber in construction has led to deforestation and the overuse of natural resources, contributing significantly to climate change. As a result, more homeowners and developers are turning to light gauge steel roofing in Kenya to meet structural needs while promoting environmental sustainability.

In an effort to curb global warming and to discourage uncontrolled felling of trees, a logging ban was introduced, doubling timber prices, making timber roofs costly.

With timber in short supply,  Milele Light Gauge Steel offers strong and eco-conscious framing.

In this article, we look at 5 reasons to choose Milele steel trusses for your project:

1. Light Gauge Steel (LGS) Trusses are Durable

Milele Light Gauge Steel (LGS) is durable. Unlike timber, Light Gauge Steel does not warp or get affected by moisture and pest attacks such as termites. This makes it ideal for both commercial and residential projects in different climatic conditions in Kenya and around the world. It’s resistant to rust and decay in humid conditions thanks to its zinc coating, providing long-term durability and protection.

2. Light Gauge Steel has High Tensile Strength

Milele Light Gauge Steel (LGS) is 40% lighter than timber and other roofing materials and has the highest tensile strength. This is thanks to the stability of the galvanised hot-dipped steel and its knot-free and warp-free properties. Apart from increasing tensile strength, this stability makes Light Gauge Steel ideal to use for multi-storey building projects.

3. LGS Projects Have Quicker Construction Time

Milele light gauge steel trusses are custom-designed and fabricated with the highest accuracy for every individual project. Our precise process delivers top-quality results, minimises waste, and reduces costs. The custom-designed pieces are transported to the site and assembled in a short time with reduced labour for your convenience. With light gauge steel, your project completes quickly without added expenses.

4. Light Gauge Steel is Eco-friendly

Precision fabrication of Milele Light Gauge Steel results in almost zero waste, keeping work sites clean and environmentally safe. Resistant to pests and termites, our steel trusses need no chemical treatments, ensuring a natural, low-maintenance roofing solution. Milele Light gauge steel is also recyclable.

5. Safe work environment

Using Milele Light Gauge Steel eliminates the risks of a hazardous working environment because no cutting tools are required on-site, unlike the dangers involved with cutting timber into the required sizes on-site. The Light Gauge Steel members are also lightweight, making them easy and safer to carry onto the roof without the risk of falls and other associated dangers.

Conclusion

We strongly recommend using Milele Light Gauge Steel as roofing frames/trusses for your commercial or residential project in Kenya and around the world. We fabricate, supply and install durable, best quality, and cost-effective Milele Light Gauge Steel frames for commercial and residential roofing and construction projects.

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