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Prefabricated metal buildings are durable, diverse, and easy to construct. They are customized to suit your needs, available in several styles, and can be used for a variety of activities. Since steel is fire resistant, you are able to safely use tools that produce sparks or flames without worry. You can use your workshop for anything from welding, metalwork and grinding, home forging, and many other hobbies or professions.
The best way to determine which metal workshop kit is right for you is to follow these steps:
Budget
Set a spending limit and stay within it. Be sure to include accessories, land preparation and foundation requirements, permits, and more in your estimation, so you do not come up short.
Sizing and style
Determine the size you need. It often helps to select a slightly larger building than required to allow room to expand in the future. From here, look at the available building styles and select the one that best suits your needs. Each style has size limitations, so be sure to choose one that can accommodate the scale of your workshop.
Speak with a Building Consultant
Contact a representative and discuss your needs. They will listen to your ideas and make recommendations to help you select the right structure and accessories.
Obtain permits
Many areas require permits before you can build a new structure. Contact your municipality to learn what they allow in terms of size, design, location, and application. They may want to review blueprints or structural information during the approval process, so have your metal building supplier provide certified plans. Be sure to inquire about the cost of a permit, how many you may need, and how long you can expect to wait to receive them.
Purchase your workshop
Complete your order and wait for your new workshop to be shipped to your location.
Prep the area and assemble
Ensure the location you are placing the workshop is flat and clear of debris. Set up your foundation, allowing time for it to set. Now you can start building!
We often receive inquiries about how much our steel buildings cost. Since they can be used for so many applications and located throughout North America and around the world, it isn’t possible to create a one-size-fits-all structure. Because we can’t mass produce our buildings, we can’t price them that way either.
Each metal building that we sell is manufactured to suit the client and priced accordingly. Some factors that contribute to the final cost include:
Design and Accessories
This includes any accessories you need, windows and doors, insulation, and any special design modifications.
Load Requirements
Each area has unique wind, snow, and seismic load requirements. Your building is designed to meet the regulations where it will be built.
Scale
The size of your building affects the total cost.
Application
Depending on what your building will be used for, it will have specific requirements.
Location
Where the building will be delivered.
When a roof is prefabricated, it means that most or all of the roof’s components were built at a manufacturing site. Once built, they are transported to the job site. The construction process becomes quicker and more efficient when prefabricated roofs are used since less time is needed to build the roof from scratch on site.
No. We manufacture and supply the unassembled building kits and deliver them to your location.
Our 30×50 metal building kits include all the necessary components for a complete and functional structure. This consists of the arch panels, fasteners, and any extras you have ordered.
Commercial steel buildings will meet the needs of almost any commercial business. They’re built to last and will protect your assets from theft and damage. Some of the common applications include medical clinics, airplane hangars, restaurants, retail stores, self-storage facilities, vehicle dealerships, wineries, and more.
A prefab storage building refers to a small outbuilding often set up behind the home. It’s essentially a sturdy building that offers homeowners extra storage space, although it can also be used as a workshop. Our storage buildings are tailored to meet the size requirements of our customers and prefabricated to make on-site construction as easy as possible.
The cost of a Quonset building kit varies. There are a lot of different factors that contribute to the overall cost, including how big it is, the building’s specifications, the number of upgrades added, and the location you wish to erect it. However, they are easy and quick to construct, which helps lower the cost compared to other buildings.
Our carport kits vary in price based on your specifications, location, and chosen accessories. Reach out to us online to request a quote today.
Our steel garage kits are customizable and prefabricated, which means they can be tailored to meet your specific needs. Secondly, due to the column-free interior, you can make use of the entire space your garage provides. With that in mind, the right garage size for you depends on your needs. For general storage purposes, 20×24 should be fine. If you need enough space to store two cars, 24×32 would be a better option.
Our container covers are designed to attach to two shipping containers and can be customized at any length. As for width, we offer a variety of options, including 20, 25, 30, 35, 40, 45, 50, 55 up to 60 feet.
At Future Buildings, we provide a wide variety of customization options for our 30×50 metal buildings. You can choose from different building styles, doors, insulation options, and more. Our team of designers will work with you to create a building that fits your specific needs and preferences.
Yes, it can. Adding a prefab metal garage to your property adds functional space, which any buyer will appreciate. Studies have shown that adding a standard-sized garage can increase your home’s value by around 13 percent.
Choosing steel ensures that your building is designed to last. It will be able to withstand extreme weather conditions, including rain, hail, and high winds, as well as meet the snow and seismic loads for your area. Unlike wood, steel is also not susceptible to damage caused by infestations, fire, and mold. Finally, metal requires much less maintenance over its lifespan.
Yes. Prefab steel roof systems that are manufactured in a factory are governed by rigorous quality control procedures, which means that you can be confident in the quality of their construction. Prefabricated roofs are much easier to assemble on-site, which means you won’t have to wait the time it takes to complete a traditional roof construction.
Additionally, because they are made from metal, they are extremely durable and resistant to damage. Metal roofs are able to withstand a variety of potentially damaging elements, including rain, wind, snow, ice, fire, and pests.
Metal storage buildings tend to be cheaper than wood storage buildings, and those that are prefabricated can help save you money on construction. As for the overall cost, this depends on a variety of factors, including the size of the storage building, the location it will be built, and the features that were implemented.
Yes. A basic, uncomplicated building kit can certainly be a do-it-yourself project over the course of a weekend with help from a few friends. Larger structures with more complicated engineering may require more skilled help and take longer depending on size and complexity.
Quonset huts are incredibly strong. You won’t find many other buildings that are more durable. Quonset huts are made using commercial grade steel and an arch design. As a result, they can withstand all types of extreme weather conditions, including strong winds, hailstorms, heavy snow, and seismic activity.
The components of your carport kit will be prefabricated, meaning they are already cut to size and have holes pre-drilled. Although the size is reliant on your customized specifications, the basic carport kit comes with everything you need for assembly, including the metal panels, steel legs, nuts and bolts, and any additional accessories you’ve ordered.
Our container covers can be designed for whatever length you need. However, it is also possible to attach multiple kits. You can line up as many container cover kits in a row as you need, provided you have enough shipping containers to attach them to. You can then connect them end-to-end.
Because our Quonset huts are built with such high-quality steel, they will last for a long time. It’s worth noting that we manufacture our Quonset huts using Galvalume Plus™ Steel, which comes with a 40-year rust perforation warranty.
The basic hand tools that would likely already be in the average do-it-yourselfer’s toolbox will be needed along with chains or ropes for lifting the arches. In some cases, a forklift is required to off-load the building pallets at the time of delivery.
Call us at 1-800-668-5111 to speak with one of our building experts. They will be able to help guide you in the ordering process and answer any questions you may have.
Our prefab buildings use clear span framing, which means that no support columns are required in their construction. As a result, you can use all the space within the building for storage since there will be no obstructions to worry about.
The cost of a 30×50 metal building varies depending on several factors, such as customization options and the building codes and load requirements in your location. Our team will provide you with a detailed quote based on your specific requirements so that you have a clear understanding of the total cost before making any decisions.
Prefab roofs are very cost-effective. You won’t get stuck with the cost of buying more materials than you need since exact specifications are used to build prefab roofs in the factory. Because most of the components are assembled at the factory, you’ll save a significant amount of money on labour costs on-site.
If anything, they’re better. Metal is cheaper than wood, and it’s much more durable. Not only is it less vulnerable to the elements than wood, but it’s also more resistant to things like fire, infestations, rot, and mold. Not to mention that metal garages are more difficult to break into than wood garages, whether by thieves or hostile animals. This helps ensure your belongings are safe.
Yes. They are designed for outdoor use to help protect anything beneath the covers from the elements. Because they are built out of metal, they will withstand everything from snow and ice to wind and fire. We even offer a 40-year rust perforation warranty on our container covers.
No, because every commercial steel building we prefabricate is unique to each customer’s needs. Buildings are designed according to your specific size requirements, load requirements, usage, and desired accessories. This helps us offer true pricing, ensuring you get the best deal.
We sell a pin and cap vapor-lock insulation system that is pre-cut and custom fit to your building. It is available in R13 or R19/R20 values to suit your requirements.
Where you plan to construct your 30×50 metal building can impact the total cost. Factors such as local building codes, wind and snow loads, and more may affect the price of materials and labour. Our team takes these factors into consideration when providing you with a quote for your building project.
No, they don’t. But the containers need to be orientated so that they are level and square in relation to each other.
It’s generally cheaper to buy prefab steel buildings because they take less time to erect than traditional construction methods. As a result, you spend less money on labor, won’t have to worry about potentially costly construction delays, and can get your business operational faster.
Yes. Not only is metal recyclable, but because prefab roofing systems are built in a factory, you’ll reduce the number of materials that you waste by a substantial amount. As such, prefab roofs are much more eco-friendly than traditionally built roofs.
Building a garage tends to be more expensive, no matter how big it is. This is because more work has to be done on-site to construct the garage when you’re building it from scratch. If it’s prefabricated, the time it takes to set up the garage will be greatly reduced, making it less expensive. The reduced maintenance required will also help you lower your long-term costs.
Generally speaking, a garage kit is a type of storage building since it’s used to store vehicles. However, storage buildings can be used for many more purposes and tend to be much bigger as a result. For example, you can use a storage building for your agricultural operations, warehouse operations, furniture storage, RV storage, and much more. Garage kits are typically limited to car storage, smaller workshops, and lesser storage needs in general.
You will need to have an idea of what your size specifications are. At Future Buildings, we can design your customized carport to be anywhere from 12 feet to 25 feet wide and as long as you need it to be.
There are several benefits to purchasing a prefabricated Quonset building instead of constructing one from scratch on-site. These include :
- Prefab Quonset huts allow for more customization and can be designed according to use.
- Quonset huts built out of prefabricated metal are more likely to withstand extreme weather.
- As a result of being pre-engineered, prefab Quonset huts won’t require welding on site. It means that the actual construction on your property will be much easier and take less time.
You can use your carport to protect any kind of vehicle, whether it’s a golf cart, ATV, car, RV, or even a bus. You can also use it to store lawn equipment, bikes, grills, tools, and more. You can even use it as shelter from the rain and sun when entertaining outside your home.
Along with the pin and cap insulation systems, we also offer industrial base plates, skylights, commercial-grade ventilation devices such as roof turbine vents and wall louver vents, standard ready-to-install man doors, and double sliding doors.
The following are just a few of the benefits of installing a prefab commercial steel building:
- Commercial steel buildings are built to last. Our commercial steel buildings can last for decades.
- Their durability ensures that your business assets will be protected from extreme weather damage.
- Steel buildings are easy to keep clean and require little maintenance.
- Steel buildings are more cost-effective than wood buildings.
- If your business requires expansion, having a prefab metal commercial building makes remodeling much easier. You can add to the length of arch-style steel buildings to create any size you need.
A strong foundation is the base for any steel building. However, the requirements of the foundation will vary based on the circumstances of each project.
The intended use of your 30×50 metal building can also affect the overall cost. For example, if you’re using your building as a workshop, you may need additional insulation, windows, doors, and ventilation compared to someone who plans to use it as a storage shed.
Our buildings are designed to last many decades and come with a 50-year warranty against rust perforation in normal non-coastal climates.
A steel or metal building is quite low maintenance, requiring very little in the way of physical upkeep except for the removal of debris that can collect on the roof.
We do not include a foundation with our structures. If you choose to add a foundation, we recommend one of these styles:
a. Permanent – A concrete base foundation is a floating foundation with an 18” wide and 18” deep footer creating a “U-Groove” formation into which the building is grouted
b. Portable – Unique to our style of building, a portable foundation is made from heavy-duty 14-gauge steel and affixed to a solid floating foundation. The building is then assembled and bolted directly onto this base plate.
Our customers have used their steel buildings for a variety of reasons, including :
- Garages for every kind of vehicle
- Workshops and Studios for any hobby or repairs
- Storage
- Field and Farm Buildings to house livestock, agricultural machinery, grains and crops
- Cabins for hunters and cottagers
- Roofing Systems to work as carports, shelters and walkways
- Warehouses for commercial and industrial businesses
- Seacan and Container Covers to act as efficient shelters and work and storage spaces
- Hangars for any size of aircraft
- Small Businesses for every possible use
- Municipal Buildings for storage and garages
We engineer a practical solution for valuable and sheltered space with container covers. Arches are assembled in varying widths – 20, 25, 30, 35, 40, 45, 50, 60 feet and any length – and affixed using our mounting plates to standard shipping containers (Seacans, Conex boxes, cargo containers). Many customers opt to close one or both ends with end walls, making it an even more protected space for personal or business use.
Each project is unique, and each structure must be designed to suit your location and building purpose. This can also include things like local snow and seismic load requirements. Any accessories added to the structure will also impact the price. For this reason, there is no default pricing. Instead, we work on guaranteed True Pricing, meaning your structure is priced exactly to your needs and specifications.
