Used Cheap Steel Building Classifieds

When you attempt to estimate a steel building’s square foot cost, you must consider several factors.

The style of the building will impact the cost. You could choose the most popular choice - a rigid frame, or straight walled, steel building. This type of building can be finished with stucco, masonry or brick on the outside walls. It is a very strong and sturdy building choice. The larger the building, the less it costs per square foot. A large 80x100 building can be as low as $7 per square foot for the building shell, where a small 30x40 building averages about $10.

80 foot plus steel bldg

Separate from the cost of the structure itself, you need to add in all the accessories (including windows and doors). Delivery and labor costs add to the total as well. Estimate an additional 20% for accessories and delivery fees of 8-10% to get a fairly accurate total. Labor costs during instillation can add $5 - $6 per square feet.

The foundation and locations are two additional considerations. If you have an existing foundation and floor it will probably have to be re-engineered to meet code. If you require a new concrete slab you’ll need to add $6 to $8 per square foot to excavate, rock fill and pour.

30' - 40' Steel Metal Bldg

If you’re looking for the most basic shade-and-shelter solution, with absolutely no frills—say a simple, 40’ x 60’ rectangular structure with an overhead door, walk door and a couple windows—in some regions of the U.S. you may be able to have a simple metal building supplied and erected for $20 - $25 per square foot, not including land cost. Beyond that, it just depends on the building departments requirements and your wants and needs.

Buying a “Used” structure expect to pay 40 – 60% off the $7 - $10 psf for the building but remember to add any engineering upgrades required for permit with loading and shipping costs to deliver.