How Much Does A Metal Building Cost?

The cost of a metal building can vary significantly depending on the building size, intended use, design, and a variety of options you can choose. Factors such as overall dimensions, foundation requirements, structural framing, transportation, installation, local building codes, doors, windows, insulation, and other accessories can all affect the final price. 

At Lucas Metal Works®, we manufacture custom steel buildings for every use, and will design a structure around your intended use, property, and specifications. Because every project is designed around your needs and building site, the prices below are provided as general starting points rather than final quotes.

What Are Some Typical Metal Building Prices?

Here are several common building sizes and general starting prices for reference:

30′ x 40′ x 12′ — 1,200 square feet
Starting at $14,995

This popular size is well suited for residential applications. It can work as a detached two-car garage with additional shop space, providing room for vehicles, tools, equipment, and projects.

40′ x 80′ x 12′ — 3,200 square feet
Starting at $29,995

This size provides a good foundation for commercial applications, such as a small office building, multi-bay shop, equipment storage facility, or combination workspace and storage building.

50′ x 100′ x 12′ — 5,000 square feet
Starting at $49,995

With 5,000 square feet of floor space, this is a potential starting point for a manufacturing facility, warehouse, agricultural building, or other larger commercial application.

Are These Prices for Complete Buildings?

These are starting prices for basic metal building packages and are intended for general reference. Additional features and project requirements will increase the total cost. Foundation work, installation, transportation, insulation, doors, windows, interior finishes, and other options may be priced separately depending on the project.

Prices are also subject to change based on material costs, engineering requirements, and other factors.

What Factors Affect the Cost of a Metal Building?

The biggest factors include:

• Building width, length, and height
• Local building codes and required engineering
• Foundation and concrete requirements
• Structural steel specifications
• Roof and wall systems
• Number and size of doors and windows
• Insulation
• Lean-tos, overhangs, porches, and other additions
• Transportation
• Installation or erection
• Interior build-out and finishing

A larger or more customized building isn’t necessarily difficult to design, but additional features and more demanding engineering requirements can increase the overall project cost.

How Can I Get an Accurate Price for My Metal Building?

The best way to determine your actual cost is to request a customized quote. Providing your desired dimensions, intended use, location, and preferred features allows the Lucas Metal Works® team to develop pricing specific to your project.

Ready to find out what your building could cost? Choose the request form that best matches your project, fill out some details, and send it to us to get a free quote.