Steel buildings have a definite advantage over traditional buildings for several reasons. These are just some of the benefits of prefabricated steel buildings and why they are the best choice for your next dream structure! Save Money by Choosing Steel During the making of prefabricated steel buildings, all the components of the structure are cut to the right size in production, so they can be easily assembled and the cost of labour involved in construction is significantly reduced. The construction of a steel building is much cheaper when compared to traditional structures ..read more

Pre-engineered steel buildings are the best choice for a myriad of different projects for a reason!  They are an excellent choice for a variety of construction needs and industries, such as agriculture, recreation, forestry, air travel, commercial and retail.  Metal buildings are used for many different kinds of structures. You will find them in industrial settings such as warehouses, distribution centers, and large production plants. They are also commonly created to become shopping malls, retail shops, offices, and motels. There’s a reason why steel is the king of building material ..read more

  All about Pre-Engineered steel buildings and what they can do for your business With construction costs at an all-time high, a pre-engineered steel building is becoming a more popular option.  But is this type of structure the right choice for the project you are about to embark on?   What Is a Pre-Engineered Steel Building? A pre-engineered steel building is manufactured in a factory. Portable and easy to construct, they are factory-made and can be easily relocated and assembled in the location of your choice. Pre-engineered steel is a great alternative to wood or concrete, b ..read more

JDG Construction is delighted to be a part of a project that will contribute to the health of the planet. They have built a series of steel treatment facility buildings within the District of Saanich.  This area is owned by the Capital Regional District (CRD) and houses a solid waste disposal facility. The residuary solids from the McLoughlin Point Wastewater Plant will be moved to the CRD Residuals Treatment Facility at Hartland Landfill, where it will be treated and converted into Class A Biosolids. Class A biosolids are dewatered and heated sewage that meets the Canadian Fisheries Act ..read more

  Contracting a steel building is a big endeavour, but these tips will help you get started! When you are planning to construct any building, there are a number of considerations. While steel buildings are lower maintenance and seamlessly erected, once shortlisted as an option for your project it still involves some preliminary planning.   1. Choosing the Right Contractor for the Job While the decision to go with steel as a building material may have been an easy one, choosing a contractor for the project can be daunting. One of the things you need to consider when choosing a contrac ..read more

How to ensure your steel structure stands stronger for longer Not only is steel one of the most durable, environmentally friendly, time-efficient, and long-lasting building mediums, it is also one of the most cost-effective! The lower cost of building your structure with steel starts from the ground up: Steel can be obtained at a much lower cost in comparison to concrete or wood. In addition, buildings made of steel are more cost-efficient and easier on your power and heating bills. One of the most attractive attributes of a steel building is the ease of maintaining them. They are very weather ..read more

JDG Construction proudly took part in the construction of the substantial East Sooke Steel Fire Hall for the East Sooke Fire Department. Dubbed “the post-disaster building”, the all-steel construction was built and designed with state-of-the-art techniques to stand up against any imminent natural threats; such as forest fires, floods, tsunamis, and earthquakes endemic to the surrounding area. The East Sooke Steel Firehall project was completed in contribution with Verity Construction who were the general contractors. JDG Construction were subcontracted for the project in order to supply, cons ..read more

JDG Construction proudly participated in designing and building the large steel construction that houses The Boulders Climbing Gym. It was created specially to support the impressive 18 meter high climbing wall frame and is now recognized as a world-class facility. The Boulders Climbing Gym is a not-for-profit society located in Central Saanich, BC. Their goal is to make climbing accessible for everyone, regardless of physical skill or ability to pay. It is a is a community facility that provides adaptive recreation and rehabilitation programs, youth recreational programs and competitive prog ..read more

Energy efficiency is important for companies and individuals now more than ever.  Fortunately, metal buildings provide energy efficiency that is incomparable to any other building material.  Let’s take a deeper look at how metal buildings promote energy efficiency and save on energy costs. Metal Buildings Reflects Solar Energy Metal roofs reflect solar energy and heat, while simultaneously keeping heat in during the winter months.  During the summer, solar energy hits the metal roof and is immediately deflected.  This contributes to lower cooling bills. In fact, buildi ..read more