As someone considering purchasing a pre-engineered steel building kit, you may have questions about whether your building will need to conform to any particular building code requirements when you erect it. The short answer is, yes, you do need to make sure your building will adhere to any county or state building code and zoning regulations currently in place at your jobsite, but you do not need to let that scare you away from purchasing one. Building codes are designed and enforced by local officials to ensure the safety and security of its occupants. At Sunward Steel, we have a comprehensive understanding of what it takes to conform to building code requirements, that you request, across North America, and we can help you ensure that your metal building... Read more about compliance to local building codes
Proudly Headquartered In Colorado
Although Sunward was founded in North Dakota, they soon moved their headquarters to Denver, Colorado. Being headquartered in Denver since 1976 has allowed us to manufacture and supply thousands of steel buildings in Colorado. Our American made steel buildings ship out of one of our 3 US factories. Steel buildings purchased in the Western half of the United States are shipped from our manufacturing facility in Jamestown, North Dakota, while our Charleston, South Carolina factory supplies the Eastern half of the US. We have shipped to virtually every county in Colorado, supplying every building type. Our local Colorado project managers are able to help you every step of the way!
Quality Colorado Steel Building Solutions
Sunward Steel Buildings, Inc. has provided durable, economical steel buildings to customers across Colorado for over 45 years, supplying more than 75,000 pre-engineered structures worldwide. Based in Denver, CO, we manufacture every building we source, overseeing every aspect of the fabrication process, ensuring consistent, reliable results. From working with you on the planning process to drafting your building plans and delivering the finished product directly to your job site, we’ll assist you every step of the way.
Why Sunward Steel?
While we’ve grown considerably in our more than 45 years in the industry, we’re still family-owned-and-operated, and we’ve maintained the same value system since day one. Additionally, we:
- Rely exclusively on premium-quality building components, such as G-90 galvanized steel.
- Fabricate bracing systems that far exceed industry standards, meeting a 50 ksi minimum.
- Manufacture our buildings exclusively within our state-of-the-art U.S. factories, where we’ve invested millions of dollars into machinery and technology that ensures consistent, cutting-edge results and design innovations.
- Have vast experience supplying virtually all types of metal buildings, among them agricultural buildings, airplane hangars, garages, offices, gymnasiums, barns and schools, among multiple others.
Furthermore, since we’re based here and have been for decades, we have considerable knowledge about local building codes, so we can assist you in making sure that your steel structure is compliant with any in place in your area.
Need Help Constructing Your Building?
While Sunward Steel can assist you through every step of the fabrication process, we can also help you, if need be, find a contractor or building erector who can help raise your building once you receive it at your build site. We can provide you with the names of contractors and erectors within our network who can help erect your building, but we do recommend speaking with several options before making your final decision to ensure you are comfortable and happy with your choice.
Expansive Range of Steel Building Options In Colorado (CO)
Sunward Steel’s repertoire extends far beyond just metal barns, steel garages, and commercial metal garage buildings. Our extensive capabilities allow us to craft a wide array of steel structures, each tailored to meet unique needs and specifications. Below is a glimpse of the diverse types of steel buildings we offer:
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Agricultural Metal Barns
Ideal for farm storage, feed barns, hay barns, horse barns, and cattle barns.
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Residential Steel Garages
Steel garages, ADUs, and many more are perfect for secure vehicle storage.
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Commercial Metal Garage Buildings
Suitable for businesses and distribution centers requiring large, versatile spaces.
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Industrial Warehouses
Designed for heavy-duty use and storage.
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Retail Steel Buildings
Customizable showrooms, dealerships, and stores for various retail environments.
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Office Buildings
Modern, efficient structures for workspaces.
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Schools and Educational Facilities
Safe and durable spaces for learning.
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Sports and Recreational Buildings
Spacious and adaptable for various sports activities.
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Aircraft Hangars
Robust and spacious for aviation needs.
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Auto Repair Shops
Functional and efficient for automotive businesses.
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Freight Terminals
Designed for bus buildings and freight terminals
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Churches and Religious Buildings
Steel churches, mosques, and synagogues are respectfully crafted for communal gatherings.
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Self-Storage Units
Secure and accessible storage solutions.
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Riding Arenas
Spacious and safe for equestrian activities.
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Public Utility Buildings
Fire stations, police stations, government office buildings and more.
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Fire Stations
Built to the highest standards of safety and efficiency.
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Gymnasiums
Large, open spaces designed for fitness and sports.
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Restaurants and Diners
Stylish and functional designs for hospitality needs.
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Veterinary Clinics
Sanitary and comfortable for animal care.
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Manufacturing Plants
Spacious and sturdy for industrial manufacturing.
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Event Centers
Elegant and adaptable for various events.
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Custom Steel Buildings
Tailored to your unique requirements and ideas.
This list merely begins to cover the vast array of possibilities with Sunward Steel. With literally hundreds of types of steel buildings in our portfolio, we are confident in our ability to create a structure that not only fulfills your needs but also surpasses your expectations. No matter the type of building, Sunward Steel stands ready to deliver with quality, efficiency, and excellence.
Featured Sunward Steel Buildings in Colorado
Prefabricated Steel Farm Buildings - Steamboat Springs, CO
November 26, 2024
Prefabricated Multipurpose Metal Building - Ward, CO
August 17, 2024
Steel Shopping Center - Windsor, CO
October 6, 2023
Steel Warehouse And Office Buildings - Denver, CO
June 29, 2023
Spyderco Manufacturing Facility - Golden, CO
June 28, 2023
Rock Climbing Steel Building - Golden, CO
June 28, 2023
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Cities in Colorado That We Have Supplied Steel Building Kits For
Agricultural
Agricultural Metal Barns in Colorado
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Steel Feed Storage Barns in Colorado
Metal Horse Barns in Colorado
Metal Horse Riding Arenas in Colorado
Commercial
Commercial Garage Steel Buildings in Colorado
Event Centers in Colorado
Restaurants in Colorado
Steel Aircraft Hangars in Colorado
Steel Freight Terminals in Colorado
Steel Office Buildings in Colorado
Steel Retail Buildings in Colorado
Steel Self-Storage Buildings in Colorado
Garage & Shop Steel Buildings in Colorado
Metal Showroom Buildings in Colorado
Steel Dealership Buildings in Colorado
Steel Garages and Shops in Colorado
Steel Distribution Buildings in Colorado
Community
Education Steel Buildings in Colorado
Firehouse Steel Buildings in Colorado
Prefabricated Steel Government Buildings in Colorado
Steel Public Utility Buildings in Colorado
Prefab, Steel School Buildings and Educational Facilities in Colorado
Prefabricated Steel Home Buildings in Colorado
Prefabricated Steel Maintenance Buildings in Colorado
Prefabricated Steel School Gyms in Colorado
Steel Houses of Worship Buildings in Colorado
Steel Recreational Buildings in Colorado
Steel Bus Buildings and Shelters in Colorado
Steel Church Buildings in Colorado
Steel Clinic Buildings in Colorado
Steel Gymnasium Buildings in Colorado
Steel Accessory Dwelling Units in Colorado
Custom
Custom Steel Buildings in Colorado
Manufacturing
Manufacturing Steel Buildings in Colorado
Steel Industrial Buildings in Colorado
Steel Buildings for Industrial Chemical Facilities in Colorado
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Warehouses
Prefab Steel Warehouse Buildings in Colorado
Frequently Asked Question
Are Local Building Codes Mandatory For Building Purchase?
Can I Build a Home Out of Steel?
Affordable, low-maintenance and completely customizable, pre-engineered steel residences have exploded in popularity in recent years. If you are on the hunt for a primary residence, a space that combines living and workspace, or a way to add extra living space to your property, a steel home may fit the bill. Read more about pre-engineered steel residences
Can I Erect My Metal Building Myself?
Sunward Steel Buildings offers several metal building kits that can be the perfect solution for the DIY contractor. Our pre-engineered steel buildings come pre-punched, pre-cut, pre-welded, and labeled for easy to understand erection. While there is no one-size-fits-all answer to this question, the short answer is yes; in many cases you CAN erect your metal building yourself – and you can experience substantial savings as a result. When Sunward Steel ships you a pre-engineered building kit for a garage, shop, shed, ect you will find that a substantial portion of your building’s construction has already taken place. Read more about setting up your own metal building
Difference Between A Metal Building And A Pole Barn
Simply put, a pole barn’s framing is made completely from wood with metal exterior panels, whereas a metal barn or metal building is made from steel framing and metal exterior panels. There are several factors to consider when deciding between the two options… Read more about the differences between a metal building and a pole barn
Cost Per Square Foot For A Mini Storage Building
Metal mini storage building kits are pre-fabricated and are a great alternative to traditional construction for your mini storage investment. Sunward Steel supplies pre-fabricated mini storage building kits that offer an affordable option for most building owners. Read more about the cost of mini storage buildings by square foot
How Can I Customize My Steel Building?
At Sunward Steel, we field a wide range of questions from our clients, and one we commonly hear involves exactly how potential buyers can customize their pre-engineered steel buildings to meet their unique needs. The short answer is, there are near-endless methods you can utilize you customize your metal building and adapt it to your needs, and if you can dream it, chances are, the Sunward team can help you make it a reality. More specifically, some of the methods you can use to adapt your prefabricated steel building to fit your needs, and those of your geographic location.... Read more on our customization options
How do you design a warehouse layout?
Designing the layout of your warehouse is critical to ensure optimal utilization of space and the smooth flow of operations. The following are some key steps you should consider: Designing the layout of your warehouse is critical to ensure optimal utilization of space and the smooth flow of operations. The following are some key steps you should consider: Determine your storage needs. Generally speaking, around 22 to 27 percent of your warehouse space should be dedicated to storage. Design your aisles to be 12 to 13 feet wide to accommodation... Learn more about warehouse layout designs
How Much Does a 100×100 Steel Building Cost?
Before you can determine the exact cost of a steel building, it’s important to understand what you will be using the building for. Typically, a building this large is used as an industrial warehouse, an auto repair shop or as an equestrian building. Whether you’re plotting the layout for a spacious warehouse, envisioning a state-of-the-art auto repair shop, or dreaming up a majestic equestrian arena, our customization tool turns your vision into a workable blueprint. It's designed to be intuitive, user-friendly, and an embodiment of our expert knowledge distilled into a simple, guided process. Read more on costs of a 100x100 steel building
How Much Does A 100×200 Steel Building Cost?
Before you can accurately determine a cost for your project, you need to narrow down the specifics of what you will using the building for and what accessories you want to add to the building. The building features will vary according to its purpose. A 100×200 steel building is often designed for use as an equestrian riding arena, an aircraft hangar, a church or large wedding venue. The wide open design accommodates a wide array of needs. Interior columns and acoustic can be added if desired for use as a commercial office building, or the space can be divided up into shop bays for use as an auto body shop. No matter what your building application requirements are, Sunward Steel will design custom steel building floor plans to fit your unique specifications. Read more on costs of a 100x200 steel building
How Much Does a 24×24 Steel Building Cost?
A 24×24 steel building is often used by commercial and private owners. Sunward Steel offers several different pre-fabricated metal building options for businesses and consumers. A building this size is typically used as an oversized single car garage, equipment storage, or hay storage. You’ll often find these buildings sitting on a ranch or farm as they are versatile options for owners. Before you can determine the cost, it’s important to understand what you will be using the building for. Depending on your unique needs, the building features will vary. Once you have a clear picture of its purpose, you can begin by listing out all of the components that you’d like your 24×24 steel building to contain. Read more on costs of a 24x24 steel building
How Much Does A 30×40 Steel Building Cost?
When potential customers call in to Sunward for a 30×40 steel building price quote, we start by asking for the details of the project. What type of building do you need? Where will the pre-fabricated structure be located? Will it face harsh weather? The answers to these questions will determine what snow loads and wind loads you need for your building. Naturally, more materials equate to a higher cost per square foot, but the actual usage of your building can also help to reduce some of the costs. Our sales team and staff of professional steel building engineers work together to incorporate the best options for your budget. Read more on costs of a 30x40 steel building
How much does a 40×60 steel building cost?
A 40×60 steel building is a popular size for a small business or private owner. The 2,400 square ft of space is ideal for a shop building, large detached garage, equipment storage, and can also be used as a retail store. Sunward Steel offers several different building types and accessory options for 40×60 steel building kits. There are many different options to consider when choosing a 40×60 steel building that’s right for you. Start by determining your specific need for the space, as the options and requirements may vary from a shop or barn to a storage unit or a garage. Read more on the cost of a 40 x 60 steel building
How Much Does A 50×100 Steel Building Cost?
What will you be using a pre-engineered steel building for? Are you building a warehouse, commercial office, storage unit, or a large barn? A 50×100 steel building offers 5,000 sq ft of space, which is a great size for a commercial office building, industrial shop, warehouse or auto body shop. If you’re trying to put together a budget for your building project, the best way to start is by listing out the amount of square feet needed and then create a list of components and features. What will you be using a pre-engineered steel building for? Are you building a warehouse, commercial office, storage unit, or a large barn? A 50×100 steel building offers 5,000 sq ft of space, which is a great size for a commercial office building, industrial shop, warehouse or auto body shop. Read more on costs of a 50x100 steel building
How Much Does a 60 x 80 Steel Building Cost?
A 60×80 steel building is a popular size structure for commercial and industrial purposes. Sunward Steel offers a variety of metal building options for businesses and consumers. A metal structure this size is typically used as an equestrian barn, airplane hangar, workshop, or commercial office. What will you be using it for? These are a few factors to that are taken into account when pricing a 60×80 steel building: Weather Factors, Wind load and Snow load Exterior Facade Options Insulated Wall Panels Read more on costs of a 60x80 steel building
How Much Does a 80×100 Steel Building Cost?
When working with a commodity like steel, the materials are subject to many factors that affect the price on daily basis. The availability of the steel building material itself, tariffs issued by the government, the amount of supply and demand, and other surcharges may be applied. Looking to dial in the specifics and put together a budget for your building project? Here are a few questions to help you determine your price point. What will the building be used for? Will the building be private or commercially owned? Where will the building be located geographically? Read more on costs of a 80x100 steel building
Is Steel The Best Option For Mini Storage Buildings?
If you’re in the Self-Storage business you know how important quality, functioning self storage buildings are. The safety and security of your client’s belongings depends on a sound structure to house them in. Maintaining your property and facility is key to drawing in new customers and keeping existing clients happy. If the doors stick on the storage unit or are in disrepair it makes the customer feel like their stuff is not being properly cared for. Having heavy duty, easy operating roll up doors and secure lock options provides them with a sense of security... Read more on whether steel is the best material for self storage buildings
Should I Insulate My Steel Building?
Unless you are lucky enough to live in a locale where the temperatures are consistent and pleasant year-round, chances are, you’ll need to consider adding insulation when designing your pre-engineered steel building. Insulating your metal building can accomplish two important goals – first, it allows your building to stay cool in the summer and warm in the winter… Read more about insulating your steel building
What are the 7 different types of warehouses?
There are seven primary types of warehouses which include: Distribution center, Public warehouse, Private warehouse, Bonded warehouse, Climate-controlled warehouse, Smart warehouse and Consolidated warehouse Read More
What is a Monitor Style Roof?
These days, pre-engineered steel buildings don’t have to look like boxy, industrial factories or garages – instead, there is a near-endless stream of customization options you can employ until your building looks exactly as you’d like it. Increasingly, prospective building owners who want to combine the benefits of a steel building with the aesthetics of a more traditional one are finding that they can achieve the look and feel they desire by using monitor-style roofs. Read more about monitor roof styles
What is a Pre-Engineered Steel Building?
Whether referred to as “pre-engineered,” “prefabricated,” “premanufactured” or “preconstructed,” these buildings accommodate a broad range of structural needs, and they provide an economical alternative to more conventional building designs… Learn more about pre-engineered metal buildings
What is Included When I Buy a Prefabricated Metal Building?
At Sunward Steel, we field a lot of similar questions from our customers, many of whom are wondering what, exactly, their prefabricated metal building purchase includes. There are many essential features that come standard with every Sunward Steel Building… Read more on inclusions of our prefab buildings
What is the minimum space required for a warehouse?
A small warehouse typically requires at least 5,000 to 15,000 square feet to allow adequate space for material handling equipment, personnel, and storage. Read More
What Roof Pitch is Best for My Metal Building?
When designing a pre-engineered metal building, one of the main decisions you will have to make involves what type of roof pitch you’d like your structure to have. The roof pitch, or the slope of your building’s roof, determines how many inches your roof rises… Read more about roof pitches
What’s the Average Cost of a Steel Building?
Steel buildings offer affordable, economical construction solutions for today’s cost-conscious buyers, but you may be asking yourself what, exactly, that really means. Ultimately, how much you can expect to pay per square foot can range broadly based on local building code requirements, the customization options… Read more about the average cost of steel buildings
What’s The Difference Between A Broker And A Manufacturer?
You have options when buying a pre-engineered steel building, both in terms of product and provider. Most steel building suppliers are either brokers, meaning they serve as middlemen between manufacturers and customers, or manufacturers, meaning they handle all aspects of design and creation in-house. The majority of today’s prefabricated metal building suppliers are brokers, rather than manufacturers. Yet, this does not mean working with a broker lands you a better deal or a higher-quality product. On the contrary, many metal building brokers cut corners and seek out the least-expensive route at the expense of the customer, and they often do so because they make the majority of their money on the markup. This is just one of many reasons you may want to consider purchasing your building through a metal building manufacturer, rather than through a broker. Here are a few more.... Read more about the difference between steel metal building brokers and manufacturers
What’s The Difference Between Gable And Single Slope Roofs?
When designing a pre-engineered steel building from the ground up, you’ll need to make certain decisions about the type of roof you’d like, with two common options being either gabled and single-sloped. Just how do the two types differ, and how might you determine which type might best meet your needs… Read more about the difference between gable and single-sloped roofs
Why Have Accessory Dwelling Units Become So Popular?
As the baby boomer generation ages, many older adults are finding that they want to be near family, but that they aren’t necessarily ready to surrender their independence. In-law apartments offer the best of both worlds, because they allow aging parents to live near family and potentially help with child-rearing and similar efforts while still having their own place to call home.... Read More
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