FAQ

CAD files or blueprints are ideal, but we'll work with whatever you have — including wood-framed or block-framed architectural sets. If you're not sure, give us a call and we can walk through it together.

Yes. Our in-house engineering team can re-engineer your existing plans for CFS. In many cases we can absorb the conversion cost — ask us about it when you reach out.

Both. We fabricate all components in our Central Florida facility and can provide full on-site erection services through our crews and trained subcontractors. We can also supply fabricated components only if you have your own installation team.

We work on multifamily and mixed-use developments, commercial and industrial buildings, single family homes, ADUs, and office build-outs. If you're building up to 7 stories with cold-formed steel, we can help.

Yes. All Vitruvian crews and subcontractors are fully insured and OSHA-compliant. Safety protocols are enforced on every site without exception.

We're based in Central Florida and serve contractors and developers nationwide. Our fabrication facility ships install-ready components anywhere in the US, and our erection crews operate throughout Florida and surrounding markets.

Cold-formed steel (CFS) framing is structural steel that has been shaped at room temperature using roll-forming machines rather than heat. The result is lightweight, high-strength framing components — studs, joists, trusses, and panels — that are manufactured to precise tolerances and used in place of wood or block framing.

CFS doesn't shrink, warp, rot, or attract termites — meaning straighter walls, fewer callbacks, and better long-term performance. It's non-combustible, mold-resistant, Cat-5 hurricane rated, and eligible for 20–40% annual insurance savings. It's also 100% recyclable and made from 60–90% post-consumer recycled content.

Material costs are comparable to stick framing, and in many cases total project costs are lower when you factor in reduced foundation requirements, lower insurance premiums, faster construction timelines, and fewer callbacks. Tariff uncertainty on imported lumber has also shifted the cost comparison further in favor of steel.

Yes. CFS systems support load-bearing and non-load-bearing construction up to 7 stories. It's widely used for mid-rise multifamily, commercial, and mixed-use buildings where wood framing isn't viable.

It's one of the best options for Florida specifically. CFS is non-combustible, impervious to termites, resistant to mold and rot, and rated to withstand Cat-5 hurricane-force winds. It doesn't expand or contract with humidity changes, which is a significant advantage in Florida's climate versus wood.

Often yes. CFS framing is significantly lighter than wood or block construction, which can allow your structural engineer to reduce the volume and density of your foundation — creating meaningful savings on larger projects.

Steel requires far less staging space. A 100,000 sq ft wood-framed project typically requires 1–2 football fields of material storage on site. The equivalent in steel coils fits in a 2–3 car garage — a major advantage on constrained urban or suburban sites.

Panelized construction means wall panels, floor joists, and roof trusses are pre-assembled in a factory to your exact specifications, then delivered to the site ready to be raised. This dramatically reduces on-site labor, minimizes waste, shortens the construction schedule, and improves framing accuracy compared to stick-built methods.

Yes. CFS is made from 60–90% post-consumer recycled content, is 100% recyclable at end of life, and requires no chemical treatments for pest or moisture resistance. It's also compatible with solar panel installation and energy-efficient roofing systems.

Yes. Cold-formed steel framing systems can be designed and manufactured to meet Florida Building Code requirements. ICC-certified systems like those produced by Vitruvian Steel are engineered for structural safety and code compliance, including wind load requirements specific to Florida.