Metal Barns

Whether you are looking for a metal barn, garage, carport, or commercial steel building, we will design a custom barn for you that fits your farm needs and budget perfectly. We also provide certification against strong winds and heavy snow loads. Our steel barns team is always available to help you buy the perfect horse barn, steel pole barn, and other prefabricated metal barns. You can easily customize the barn buildings into whatever design you want and whatever color you want.

Buy Metal Prefab Barn Buildings To Match Your Needs

You can opt for prefab barns that are designed, cut, drilled, & shaped in a factory away from the site. They are quick to assemble and require less labor than traditional buildings. These buildings can be used as multi-purpose structures, such as Carolina barn, equine shelter, riding arenas, hay storage, etc.

At Viking Barns, we provide versatile designs & sizes for metal farm barns, garages, carports, and commercial steel buildings, along with quality material and excellent craftsmanship services for each customer. Our final quote includes shipping and installation costs for a seamless customer experience. Call us at (704)-579-6966 for a free quote on your custom-designed barn building.

What is A Prefab Metal Barn?

A prefab metal barn is a steel structure that’s designed, cut, drilled, and shaped at a factory — then delivered to your site ready for rapid assembly. Because most of the manufacturing work happens off-site, prefab barns go up faster and require far less on-site labor than traditional wood construction.

These aren’t just basic utility structures. A well-designed prefab steel barn can serve as a Carolina livestock barn, equine shelter, hay and feed storage facility, riding arena, equipment depot, or even a commercial building — all from a single, durable structure.

We provide versatile designs and sizes across all barn types, with high-quality materials and craftsmanship on every build. Our quotes include shipping and installation, so there are no surprise costs at the end.

Why Invest in Steel Barns

Here are the top benefits of using structural steel for building barns on your farm and ranches.

Strength

Steel has up to 25 times more strength-to-weight ratio than wood. It also has higher tensile strength than wood. It’s a strong reason to own a metal barn structure. You get a barn that doesn’t rot or decay, can bear more load, doesn’t need structural support to prevent sagging, and has higher durability.

Cost Effective

Prefabricated barns are mass-produced in a factory, which decreases the cost. Steel, being lightweight, also reduces costs in areas like foundations and facades.

Dense & Pest Proof

Being a dense material, metal can’t be chewed by rodents to enter inside and infest crops, hay, & animal feed. Steel frames don’t harbor termite colonies to bed and nest. You save money on regular pest inspection & control.

Rust Resistant

One of the most common myths related to steel buildings is that they rust easily. But you can opt for 100% galvanized steel frames and posts that are coated with molten zinc, which forms a protective layer over steel to help prevent rust and corrosion.

Increase Usable Space

Lightweight and robust steel allows for a column-free interior. Even if you opt for a multi-span barn, its steel posts will take up less space compared to thick wooden posts. Thus giving you more space to work.

Sustainable & Non-Combustible Material

Structural steel is 100% recyclable and can be reused endlessly without losing its strength & durability. Any remaining pieces of steel during construction can be easily recycled into a new material, reducing wastage. Although metals don’t catch fire like wood, you can increase their fire-retardant ability by using a fireproof coating like intumescent, vermiculite, etc.

Types of Metal Prefab Barns We Offer

Step Down Barns: Our Step Down Barns, also known as raised center metal barns or Carolina barns, provide extra center clearance with lower side sections for versatile storage. This classic barn style is ideal for housing farm equipment, storing hay, protecting vehicles, or creating dedicated livestock space while maintaining an attractive agricultural appearance.

Seneca Barns: Our seneca steel barns feature a continuous roof steel barn design that delivers a clean, modern look with exceptional structural strength. The uninterrupted roofline provides increased interior flexibility, making these barns an excellent choice for equipment storage, workshops, agricultural operations, and commercial applications.

Clear Span Barns: Built without interior support columns, our clear span metal barns maximize usable floor space for large equipment, RV storage, riding arenas, workshops, warehouses, and agricultural facilities. Their open layout allows easy movement of machinery while providing outstanding durability and long-term performance.

Metal Red Barns: Capture the timeless charm of a traditional farm with our steel red barns. Designed to combine classic aesthetics with modern steel construction, these barns offer exceptional durability, low maintenance, and reliable protection for equipment, livestock, feed, and farm supplies throughout the year.

Metal Hay Barns: Our steel hay barns are engineered to keep hay, feed, and agricultural supplies protected from rain, moisture, and harsh weather. With spacious interiors and customizable layouts, these barns help improve airflow, preserve hay quality, and simplify daily farm operations.

Horse Barns: Our steel horse barns are designed to provide a safe, comfortable environment for your horses while offering customizable stall layouts, tack rooms, feed storage, and grooming areas. Whether you need a small horse barn building or a large equestrian facility, our barns deliver lasting strength and dependable protection.

Livestock Barns: Protect your animals with durable livestock steel barns built for year-round agricultural use. Every livestock barn building can be customized with feeding areas, ventilation options, open bays, and enclosed sections to create a healthy, functional environment for cattle, goats, sheep, poultry, and other farm animals.

Metal Barns Roof Styles We Offer

Regular Roof Barn: A regular roof barn is an economical option for residential and light-duty applications. Featuring rounded edges and a classic appearance, regular roof metal barns are ideal for areas with mild weather conditions and minimal snowfall. This roof style offers dependable protection while keeping your overall building cost affordable.

Boxed Eave Barn: A boxed eave barn combines a clean, modern look with improved water runoff compared to a regular roof. Also known as horizontal roof style barns, these structures feature horizontal roof panels and an A-frame design that enhances curb appeal. They are well-suited for regions with moderate rain and wind while providing an excellent balance of style, performance, and value.

Vertical Roof Barn: A vertical roof metal barn is the strongest and most durable roofing option we offer. With vertically aligned roof panels, rain, snow, leaves, and debris slide off more efficiently, reducing maintenance requirements. Vertical roof style barns are highly recommended for large buildings and areas that experience heavy snowfall, frequent rainfall, or strong winds, delivering superior long-term performance and structural reliability.

Metal Barn Prices

You can expect the cost of prefab steel barns to be between $10 and $25 per sq. ft. for a basic structure without any custom features. For high-end metal buildings, you can expect metal barn prices starting from $40 to $70 per sq. ft., depending on customization, insulation, and factors such as:

• Local building codes & zoning laws
• Labor costs
• Market price of steel
• Location of installation
• Size & design complexity of your metal prefab barns
• Accessories

If you find metal farm barn prices a little over your budget, don’t worry! We provide two wonderful financing options for easy payments. You can choose a rent-to-own metal barn or metal barn financing with easy monthly installments payable towards owning your barn.

Uses of Metal Agricultural Barn Buildings

American farms and ranches can use metal agricultural barn buildings for multiple applications, such as:

• Cold Storage
• Hay & Feed Storage
• Metal Workshop
• Livestock Shelter
• Loafing Shed
• Boarding Facility
• Equipment Storage
• Metal Riding Arena
• Food Processing Unit

Apart from farm & ranches, large prefab metal farm barns can also find applications in commercial sectors, such as:

• Retail Store
• Factory Outlet
• Manufacturing Unit
• Office Building
• Sports Center
• Auto Repair Shop
• Aircraft Hangar
• Auto Showroom
• Restaurant
• Event Venue
• Community Center
• Recreational Vehicle Storage

Customization Options We Offer

We offer customization features that you can add to your prefab steel barn to increase its functionality and enhance its look. Here they are:

Thickness Of Metal

We provide 12-GA and 14-GA steel frames along with 26-GA and 29-GA metal roofing panels. Note that the lower number indicates a thicker material here.

Custom Size

You can choose the size of your choice. Our standard dimensions are:

• Width of 12 to 60 ft.
• Length of 20 to 200 ft.
• Height of 6 to 20 ft.

However, if you want a larger or smaller barn or any style or type, we can design it for you as well.

Wainscot & Two-Tone Building

Not only does it provide extra protection to the side walls, but it also gives a unique look to your metal farm barn.

Insulation

We provide insulation, such as single/ double bubbles for roofs and side walls. However, if you need superior thermal efficiency, we also offer woven R17 that reduces heat transfer effectively.

Lean-To

We provide a permanent metal awning lean-to that you can add to a metal horse barn on either side or front.

Custom Doors & Windows

We offer roll-up garage doors, walk-in doors, and customizable windows. We also have custom frameouts so you can park large vehicles smoothly.

To know more about our customization options, you can directly talk to our metal building specialist at (704) 579-6966. Our team will guide you properly as per your requirements.

Metal Barn vs. Wood Barn: A Practical Comparison

Delivery & Installation

We handle your project from first quote to final installation — so you can stay focused on your farm.

• Delivery to most U.S. locations
• Experienced, certified installation crews
• Fast turnaround times from order to completion
• Built to meet local building codes and permit requirements

Your final quote from Viking Barns always includes shipping and installation costs — no hidden fees, no surprises.

Upgrade Your Farm & Ranch With Viking Barns

With our unmatched durability and multi-functional metal farm barns, you can create an ideal space to shelter your livestock, park farm tractors & harvesters, and store hay bales, crops, and feed easily at a competitive price. We provide:

• 100% Galvanized Steel
• High-Quality Material at Competitive Price
• 100% American Manufactured
• Fully Customizable Steel Barns
• Delivery & Installation Included in Quote

Call us at (704)-579-6966 to get your metal barn & building today.