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Benefits to the Homeowner

Superior Quality

No expansion. No contraction.
Light-steel framing materials are perfectly straight and consistent in quality. Structural steel studs, floor joists and roof trusses do not expand or contract, shrink, warp or twist over time. This reduces the risk of drywall damage, nail pops, jamming of doors or windows, sagging roof lines or the formation of air gaps leading to costly energy loss.

No waiting. No settling.
Steel framing is unaffected by temperature and humidity changes, making your home more stable and durable. New homeowners are free to begin decorating immediately, without the risks associated with conventional framing shrinkage and settling.

Improved Durability

Higher Building Standards
Genesis® framing solutions comply with commercial building code standards, which exceed residential code minimums. This requirement results in a stronger, fully-engineered structure, that's more durable and offers several unique benefits to the homeowner.

Unique Benefits:

Termite Resistant
Steel framing is impervious to termite attacks. Therefore, there's no risk of structural damage due to Termite or Carpenter ant infestation.
Corrosion Resistant
KML uses high quality steel products, which are coated with an advanced zinc and aluminum coating, preserving the steel's strength by protecting it from corrosion.
Supports Higher Snow Loads
Genesis® engineered steel roof structures will support up to 30% higher snow loads than conventionally framed roofs.
Higher Wind Resistance
Specifically designed to withstand high-winds and uplift forces that are not addressed by standard residential building codes.
Superior Seismic Performance
The lighter structure, stronger materials, and mechanical connections, results in less seismic forces which can cause structural damage in the event of an earthquake.
Fire Resistant
Steel is 100% non-combustible and will not contribute to the spread of a fire.
Energy Savings

Reduced Air Leakage
Steel framing will not shrink or move over time. Therefore, your home will not form gaps that result in excessive air leakage and costly energy loss. Air leakage is the greatest contributor to energy loss in a home.

Thermally Wrapped
Genesis® steel framing is completely protected from thermal conductivity by a protective envelope of thermal insulation applied to the exterior face of the framing. Steel framed walls contain a higher volume of insulation within the cavity over conventionally framed walls. Genesis® steel roof trusses feature a raised heel design to accommodate additional insulation space.
Safer and Healthier Living

Fire Resistant
Steel Framing is fire resistant, and will not contribute to the spread of fire. Tests conducted by the Underwriter's Laboratory conclude that steel building products will not raise the temperature, flame, or lose mass - therefore, is deemed to be non-combustible.

Non-Toxic & Allergy Free
Steel does not require treatment for termites and is free of resin adhesives and chemicals normally present in other framing materials. As a metal, steel does not emit volatile organic compounds (VOC's) into the indoor air.

Steel framing does not off-gas or sustain mould growth as wood products do, thus promoting better indoor air quality.