If you’re new to metal buildings, you might wonder what’s included in a metal building kit. Understanding what you’re buying can help you better plan, budget, and avoid unexpected surprises.
The Core Components
- Primary Framing: This is the skeleton of your structure. It includes I-beams, columns, and rafters, all engineered for load-bearing and long-term durability.
- Secondary Framing: These include purlins and girts, which add lateral support to the walls and roof and provide a surface to attach panels.
- Wall & Roof Panels: Typically made of high-grade steel, panels are designed to resist weather and provide thermal insulation. They often come pre-painted and cut to fit.
- Trim and Flashing: These elements finish the edges and corners of your building, enhancing appearance and preventing moisture penetration.
- Doors & Windows: Depending on your order, kits may include framed openings for roll-up doors, walk-in doors, or windows.
- Hardware & Fasteners: Every nut, bolt, and screw you’ll need for assembly is included.
- Engineering Drawings: Complete plans stamped by a licensed engineer for permitting and construction.
Some kits may also offer add-ons like insulation, gutters, mezzanines, or custom exterior finishes. Always check with your supplier to know exactly what’s included.
At SBC Steel Buildings, our kits are designed for simplicity and durability—giving you all the essentials for a successful build.
