1,500 sq ft · Clear-span

30x50 Steel Building

A 30' wide by 50' long pre-engineered steel building — 1,500 square feet of clear-span usable space. Ideal for three-bay shop, small contractor yard building, equipment barn.

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Pricing varies by location, design loads, configuration and options. Financing is available through third-party lenders.
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Best Uses

  • Three-bay shop
  • Small contractor yard building
  • Equipment barn
  • Barndominium shell

Standard Configuration

Width
30'
Length
50'
Doors
Two 10x10 roll-ups + 3'0 walk
Eave height
12'–14'
Wind rating
up to 160 mph
Snow rating
up to 70 psf

Realistic 30x50 layouts

Three-bay contractor shop

Two 10x10 roll-ups plus one 12x12 on the sidewall, 14' eaves, and a 10x30 office/parts area partitioned at one end.

Split shop and living shell

A 30x30 open shop with a 30x20 conditioned shell at one end — a common starting point for a small barndominium.

What the price includes

A building package covers the engineered shell: primary frames, secondary framing, roof and wall panels, trim, fasteners, framed openings, and engineered drawings sealed where required. Freight is quoted by destination. It does not include the slab and footings, site work, erection labor, MEP, interior finishes, or permit fees.

At 1,500 sq ft, design wind speed, ground snow load, eave height, and door count are what move your final number. Request current package pricing and we will price the configuration with our manufacturing partners.

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Engineering & site notes

Wind, snow and seismic
Loads come from ASCE 7 as adopted by your jurisdiction, not from a national default. This footprint is commonly engineered for up to 160 mph wind and up to 70 psf snow, but your county sets the actual values.
Foundation
A local engineer designs the slab and footings from the anchor bolt and reaction drawings shipped with your package. Soils, frost depth, and the loads you put on the floor determine thickness and reinforcement.
Insulation
Banded blanket insulation is the value option; insulated metal panels and spray foam cost more and perform better. If the space will be heated or cooled, decide before ordering — the envelope strategy affects framing and trim details.
Expansion
The extra 10' over a 30x40 usually costs less per square foot than any later addition. If a mezzanine or second-story loft is a possibility, spec the framing for it at order time.
Delivery
Ships by flatbed from the plant serving your region. Your site needs firm access for tractor-trailers, and offloading is arranged with your crew in advance.

Add-ons & Upgrades

  • Insulation package (R-13 walls / R-19 roof) — from $2.10 / sq ft
  • Additional 10x10 roll-up door — from $1,850
  • Additional 12x12 roll-up door — from $2,650
  • Insulated 3'0 walk door — from $650
  • 3'0x4'0 double-pane window — from $475
  • Cupolas and ridge vents — from $780
  • Wainscot color (2-tone) — from $1,250
  • Lean-to attachment (10' wide) — from $4,900

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Let's talk about your 30x50 building.

Every great building starts with the right plan. Tell us about your project, and we'll review your goals, answer your questions, and prepare a customized building quote based on your specific needs—not a one-size-fits-all estimate.

From planning and permitting to engineering and manufacturing-partner coordination, we're here to help you make informed decisions before steel is ever ordered.

You'll receive honest guidance, transparent pricing, and a building proposal designed around your project, timeline, and budget.

  • Honest guidance
  • Transparent pricing
  • Direct coordination with our manufacturing partners
  • Planning and permitting support

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