08-26-2010, 02:57 PM
I know of a couple concrete and steel homes in Puna. Rust is a MAJOR concern. If the only steel is rebar in the concrete you are okay. If there are steel posts and support beams, beware. Take any precaution you have to to protect it. It will rust fairly soon.
I don't know if you are set on a concrete house, but a properly treated and protected wood house should not have structural termite problems.
I don't know if you are set on a concrete house, but a properly treated and protected wood house should not have structural termite problems.