Type I are concrete frame buildings that are made of non-combustible materials. All of the elements in the building – from the structural frame to the bearing walls to the floors and roofs – are not only fire resistant, but also included in the fire resistance rating. Type I structures are commonly found in high-rise buildings.

Type II are buildings that are constructed using non-combustible materials as well. However, the materials may or may not have fire resistance. Type II-B structures are the most common and can be found in nearly all commercial buildings today.

Type III are buildings in which the exterior walls are made of non-combustible materials, but the interior may be composed of combustible elements. Buildings with wooden floors are considered Type III.

Type IV uses heavy timber construction (which is actually not that common in Ohio). Obviously, timber can be burned, hence this type of building can be more hazardous.

Type V are buildings that usually use a wood frame construction. There is no fire resistance in this type.

Aside from the different types of buildings, you should also know how to manage costs in order to get the best value for your money. As you can imagine, building construction costs can be sky-high unless you know how to manage the budget well.

The main goal of managing costs is to evaluate techniques that give a specific service or product with higher value. It could be through the use of technology or materials of lower quality to get the cheaper price tag that goes with it.