Pre-engineered steel buildings for workshops, storage, agriculture & commercial use. 20x30 to 40x80 and custom sizes. Licensed & insured. Free estimates throughout southern TN.
Get a Free EstimateMetal buildings — also called steel buildings or pre-engineered metal buildings — are structures built on a steel frame with metal panel cladding on the walls and roof. The frame components are engineered and manufactured to specification, delivered to the site, and erected. This approach allows for large clear-span interiors without the interior posts you find in traditional wood-frame construction, making metal buildings well-suited to shops, equipment storage, and commercial spaces.
Demand for metal buildings has grown steadily across southern Tennessee. Landowners need equipment storage. Businesses need additional warehouse or production space. Homeowners want a proper shop or detached garage. The combination of durability, speed of construction, and relative cost compared to conventional construction makes steel buildings a practical choice for a wide range of applications in Giles and Lawrence counties.
We handle the full project: site assessment, concrete slab, foundation, frame erection, and panels. We serve Lawrenceburg, Pulaski, Ardmore, Minor Hill, and throughout Giles and Lawrence counties. Part of our full buildings & structures services.
Financing: Financing available for qualified projects (through our partner; subject to approval). See current specials.
Home improvement financing through our partner Hearth.
Explore financing optionsMetal buildings are available in standard widths and virtually any length, and can be configured with lean-tos and additions to expand as needs change. Common sizes we build in southern Tennessee:
The right size depends on your intended use, site dimensions, setback requirements, and budget. We discuss all of these during the estimate process.
One of the reasons metal buildings are so practical is their versatility. Common uses in our service area include:
Metal buildings are the most practical choice for shop buildings and workshops in southern Tennessee. A clear-span metal building gives you unobstructed interior space — no posts in the middle of your floor plan, full width available for vehicle lifts, workbenches, and equipment layout. This is what separates a metal shop building from a pole barn shop where interior posts can limit how you organize the space.
Common metal shop building configurations in our area:
Metal shop buildings and workshops are sized during the estimate based on intended use, site dimensions, door placement, and budget. Call (931) 369-2134 to discuss your shop building project. For post-frame shop options, see our pole barn page.
Metal buildings serve as purpose-built storage structures for a wide range of residential, agricultural, and commercial applications. A steel storage building is a permanent, weather-tight structure that protects valuable equipment, materials, or inventory from the elements, pests, and UV exposure.
Common metal storage building uses in our area include vehicle storage, equipment and implement storage, inventory and materials storage for contractors and small businesses, farm equipment storage (tractors, ATVs, trailers), and general-purpose residential storage. We size and configure storage buildings for the specific contents — door sizes to accommodate what needs to get in and out, wall height for tall equipment, and interior layout for efficient use of floor space.
For agricultural storage buildings and hay storage specifically, see our equipment & hay barn page.
We build commercial metal buildings for businesses throughout southern Tennessee — shops, warehouses, light industrial facilities, commercial storage, and commercial production spaces. Pre-engineered steel buildings are the cost-effective standard for commercial construction at this scale: clear-span interiors without posts, faster construction timelines than conventional framing, and predictable engineering that reduces project risk.
Commercial metal building projects involve more planning than residential builds: wind and snow load calculations for the specific location, commercial door and entry configurations, mechanical penetrations for HVAC and electrical, and in some cases interior office or mezzanine buildout. We discuss all of this during the planning phase and handle the permit process as part of the project. Call (931) 369-2134 to discuss your commercial building project. For the full buildings overview, see our buildings & structures hub.
Metal and steel buildings can be used as the structural basis for residential homes — distinct from traditional wood-frame construction. The steel frame provides the primary structural system, and the building is finished for residential occupancy: insulation, interior wall finishes, plumbing, electrical, and HVAC just as with any home.
Metal building homes are often confused with barndominiums, which are a specific type of residential building that combines a living space with a garage or shop bay in a pole barn or metal building shell. A metal building home is more broadly any home built on a steel frame structure.
If you’re interested in a barndominium — a combined living and shop/garage structure — see our barndominium page. For questions about metal building home construction, call (931) 369-2134 to discuss your project.
Metal buildings and pole barns are both popular in southern Tennessee, and the choice between them depends on the intended use, site, and budget. Here’s an honest comparison:
Pole barns (post-frame construction) use large vertical posts set into the ground or anchored on concrete piers, with girts spanning between them to support the wall and roof panels. They go up relatively quickly and cost less per square foot for large agricultural structures. The design is flexible and familiar to builders in rural Tennessee. Interior posts are part of the structure, which can limit how you arrange the space. Pole barns are well-suited to hay storage, livestock shelters, and large agricultural buildings where interior configuration is less critical.
Metal buildings (steel frame, pre-engineered) use engineered rigid frames that create clear-span interior space. There are no interior posts in a standard metal building frame. The frame components are precision-manufactured, which means the building goes together predictably. Metal buildings are a better fit when you need a clear-span interior for vehicles, equipment with overhead clearance, or commercial use. They also tend to lend themselves more readily to insulation, interior finishing, and additions.
For a 40x60 hay barn, a pole barn is often the right choice. For a 40x60 shop where you want to pull in three trucks and work freely, a metal building with clear-span framing is typically more functional. We build both — call us and we’ll discuss which suits your specific project.
A metal building project involves more than just erecting a frame. Here’s the full scope of what we handle:
A properly erected and maintained metal building can last 40–50 years or more. Steel is not susceptible to rot, termites, or fire in the way wood is. The longevity of the exterior panels depends largely on the quality of the coating — most quality metal building panels carry significant warranty coverage from the manufacturer. The practical lifespan is usually limited by maintenance of the sealants, fasteners, and panel condition rather than the frame itself. Keeping panels clean, touching up scratches before rust sets in, and maintaining door hardware extends the life significantly.
In most cases, yes. Giles and Lawrence counties, along with the municipalities within them, generally require building permits for permanent structures above a certain size. The permit process involves submitting the building plans and engineering documents, paying the applicable fees, and having inspections at key stages of construction. Permit requirements vary by location and building size, so we discuss this early in the project planning phase. We do not recommend building without a permit where one is required — it creates problems with property sales, insurance, and potential code enforcement.
The cost of a 40x60 metal building in Tennessee varies based on site conditions, the building specification (height, panel gauge, door sizes, roof pitch), the concrete slab, and interior options. Site preparation costs are often the most variable element — a flat, already-cleared site costs less to prep than one that requires significant grading or tree clearing. We provide free project estimates that cover the full scope so you can compare options clearly. Call (931) 369-2134 to schedule a site visit.
Yes — and for most metal buildings, that’s the right foundation approach. The concrete slab is poured with anchor bolts set at precise locations to match the frame drawings. The frame then bolts to those anchors. The slab thickness and reinforcement are determined by the building size, load requirements, and soil conditions. For agricultural buildings where vehicles and heavy equipment will be driving in and out, the slab design is particularly important. We handle the concrete work as part of the overall project, so the slab and the building frame are coordinated from the start.