current steel cos
 

current steel cost
does anyone know where i can find current costs for specific sections of steel? thank you very much!
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i would call or talk to a local steel fabricator or erector to get an accurate number.
in my area (midwest states, usa), installed steel (raw steel, fabrication and erection) is running about $1,500 a ton, or $0.75/pound on jobs with a sufficeint amount of steel (whole buildings or large additions). this number can vary widely depending on location and the specific job requirements.
$1500/ton for erected steel would be the bargain of the millenium. are you sure it's not material only?
we do a lot of steel projects all over the country. average prices range from $3000-$4000 for erected steel.
i'm not sure you can get a breakdown of costs for specific sections. granted there may be higher costs associated with handling and erection of heavy sections, and tube steel is typically 30-50% more than rolled wide flanges, but i've always seen the estimates by the ton.
calling any fabricator would get you a quick answer for your specific area, however.

have you tried rsmeans website?
thank you guys very much for your input! i will take note!