Pittsburgh apartment fire escapes

[Jay Cooper]

I'm working on a portfolio deal that has 2 apartments needing a 2 and 3 story static fire escape completely demo'd and rebuilt. Does anyone know if using wood will to work? I got an estimate from Safe Escapes and their ballparking about 20k per. That's a lot more than I was hoping to spend right after closing. 

[Jay Cooper]

@Jim K. That's some solid advice. I have met with the fire marshal. He is not pleased at all with the condition of the buildings and the current owners. Things are starting off on a very good note for us because I have had him in to pre-inspect the building before the close to make sure of what will be needed for code work. We are working on prioritizing the list and getting the timelines for repairs. I betting if we show good progress he will continue to have faith in us. I'm in metal fabrication and been blue collar my whole life. Heck I can even build the stairs myself at my shop but I'd definitely prefer to find an easy button somewhere.