1985
Structural Buildings and Metawood Lumber begins in St. Augusta, MN.
1990
Moved corporate offices to Becker, MN
1994
Fire destroyed warehouse.
1995
Warehouse rebuilt.
1998
Structural Buildings offers turn-key construction services.
2003
Structural Building and Metawood combine. Doubling size of sales force.
2004
Mold Solution of Minnesota begins.
2005
20th Anniversary Celebration
2008
Restoration Division begins.
2010
Structural Tower Services, Inc. begins.
2013
Structural Buildings moves into new corporate offices and opens Frederic Wisconsin branch.
2015
Celebrates 30th Anniversary & legacy lives on as ownership changes hands!
Our History
A Dream was Born
How did Structural Buildings begin?
Starting this company seemed like the natural thing to do. Post-frame construction was all I knew, and I was excited to do things my way. Over the years, we worked hard and refined our practices. It was just what we did at the time, but looking back, we did happen on a few “firsts.” In the beginning, we had our own lumberyard, Metawood, so that we could be competitive in purchasing our own supplies. We also did our own engineering and computer drafting in-house, and consequently were one of the very first companies – if not “the” first – in St. Cloud area to have CAD (computer-aided design). It was a big deal. We also found ourselves demanding higher quality materials from our suppliers and with them developed new products. For example, we were the first in the state to use glue laminate columns and to offer 28-gauge steel panels for our post-frame buildings as standard.
What is your key to success?
The older I get, the more people ask me, ‘to what do I credit my success?’ First of all, it’s not “my” success, but “our” success. I have always involved my team of employees in decisions and they have been a big part of the company’s growth. Another key part of Structural Building’s success has been fostering good relationships with our customers and suppliers. And although a lot of companies say they care about their customers, we truly do. I encourage my employees to go the extra mile for our customers because it is always, always worth it.
TESTIMONIALS
RESIDENTIAL POLE BARN BUILDING
- Don & Marcielle R.
RESIDENTIAL REMODELED HOME
- Dorothy and Roger K. — Pillager, MN
POST FRAME BUILDING
- Gary G. — University of Minnesota Landscape Arboretum
POST FRAME BUILDING
We love the way our building turned out!"
- Harold & Sharon K.
POST FRAME BUILDING
I would not hesitate to recommend Structural Buildings for work in the future."
- James B.
COMMERCIAL RETAIL MUSTARD SEED LANDSCAPING
Though price is never the most important aspect of a quality project, we have always felt Structural has given us the best value for our money. They also start their projects on time and finish on schedule, which isn't always easy given the variety of conditions and weather we experience in Minnesota. Though we have had very few concerns after construction, Structural has always responded quickly and fairly to any questions we have had and they stand behind their commitments 100%.
We have worked with literally dozens of builders and contractors and I can honestly say that none have been better to work with than Structural Buildings. Whatever your project, whether it be large or small, detailed or simple, I highly recommend you consider Structural as one of your options. If you do, I think you will see the difference right up front and you will be glad you did!"
- Mark D. Halla Steward
