Metal Building Outlet

What Metal Building Outlet does

Metal Building Outlet is a family-owned direct supplier of pre-engineered steel building kits, founded in 1982 and headquartered in Littleton, Colorado. The company sells custom-engineered metal buildings across 17+ product categories — including shops and garages, warehouses, commercial buildings, agricultural barns, equestrian arenas, gymnasiums, steel tennis and pickleball court buildings, churches, mini storage facilities, aircraft hangars, three barndominium models, arch buildings, crane buildings, cold-formed buildings, shipping container roof kits, used buildings, and quick-ship buildings — and delivers nationwide across all 50 U.S. states plus international destinations including Canada, the Philippines, and the Caribbean.

The underlying technology is pre-engineered steel construction using three primary methods: rigid-framed buildings (with clear-span widths up to 250 feet for aircraft hangars and 200 feet for equestrian arenas), cold-formed lighter-gauge steel (erectable without heavy equipment), and arch/quonset construction (exclusively distributed as the Marvel-Brute brand with a U-shaped sidewall design for straighter walls and increased usable storage). Customer-facing tools include a self-service 3D Design Pricing Tool hosted on a third-party building systems platform, enabling buyers to configure buildings before requesting a formal quote.

Revenue is generated almost entirely through one-time sales of building kits and accessories (doors, insulation, components sourced in volume from name-brand manufacturers), priced via per-unit quotes that vary by dimensions, steel gauge, customization, accessories, and local code requirements. Go-to-market is direct-to-customer across website self-service, phone-based inside sales, and enterprise field sales — no resellers or distributors are used. Each customer is assigned a dedicated project manager who supports the project from design through delivery. Pricing is not publicly disclosed; the company emphasizes competitive pricing via direct supplier relationships and offers a 40-year warranty on coatings and finishes on all structures.

Name

Metal Building Outlet

Legal name

Metal Building Outlet

Website

https://metalbuildingoutlet.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1982

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Metal Building Outlet is a family-owned, direct-to-customer supplier of pre-engineered steel building kits, founded in 1982 in Littleton, Colorado. The company sells custom metal buildings across 17+ categories to residential, commercial, agricultural, equestrian, aviation, and industrial buyers across all 50 U.S. states and select international markets.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Pre-engineered Metal Building Kits

NAICS

Architectural and Structural Metals Manufacturing (3323), Other Building Material Dealers (44418), Building Material and Supplies Dealers (4441)

SIC

Prefabricated Metal Buildings & Components (3448), Metal Doors, Sash, Frames, Moldings & Trim (3442)

akta.pro primary industry

Metal Roofing & Wall Panels (Architectural/Structural) (IMADACAG)

akta.pro secondary industries

Metal Cladding, Soffits & Trim (Non-Panel Components) (IMADACAM), Architectural & Miscellaneous Metals (Stairs, Railings, Ladders) (IMADACAE), Structural & Framing Components Retail (Trusses, Joists, Beams, Engineered Wood) (CRAIAEAJ)

Keywords

• Pre-engineered steel buildings
• Metal building kits
• Steel barndominiums
• Aircraft hangar buildings
• Agricultural steel buildings

Headquarters

HQ city

Littleton

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Personnel, Marketing or Sales, Operations, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Metal Building Kit Sales: One-time sale of custom pre-engineered steel building kits. Buildings are delivered to customer site for self-assembly or contractor assembly. Pricing varies by size, customization, and specifications.
2. Quick-Ship Building Kits: Pre-engineered standard building kits available for immediate delivery with expedited shipping timelines
3. Used/Discounted Buildings: Sale of new never-erected buildings and used metal buildings at discounted prices through classified listings
4. Accessories: Sale of metal building accessories including doors, insulation, and components purchased in volume from name-brand manufacturers

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Metal Building Outlet is a direct supplier of custom pre-engineered steel building kits delivered nationwide and internationally for residential, commercial, agricultural, industrial, equestrian, aviation, religious, and recreational applications. The company sells a broad portfolio of building types including shops, warehouses, barndominiums, hangars, arch buildings, and mini storage facilities, along with doors, insulation, and accessories. Pricing is quote-based and varies by size, customization, materials, and local building codes.

Product overview

Metal Building Outlet is a direct supplier of pre-engineered metal building kits, offering a comprehensive portfolio of steel building solutions for residential, commercial, agricultural, and industrial applications. Their core product line includes Shops & Garages, Warehouses, Commercial Buildings, Agricultural Buildings, Equestrian Buildings, Gymnasiums, Steel Tennis & Pickleball Court Buildings, Church Buildings, Mini Storage Buildings, Aircraft Hangars, and specialized Crane Buildings and Arch Buildings (Marvel-Brute brand). They also offer Cold Formed Buildings as a lighter gauge alternative and Shipping Container Roof Kits for covering existing shipping containers. For residential applications, they provide three distinct barndominium models: The Ranchero (monitor-style), The Breckenridge (gambrel-style), and The Overlook (modern double-slope). Additional offerings include Quick Ship Buildings for expedited delivery, Used Buildings through their classifieds section, and various accessories (doors, insulation). The company also provides a 3D Design Pricing Tool for customer visualization and pricing.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Shops and Garages Custom pre-engineered steel garage and shop buildings providing work areas and storage solutions for homeowners and businesses, with customizable sizes and features.
• Warehouses Commercial steel warehouse and distribution center buildings designed for storage and dissemination of merchandise with customizable layouts for commercial buyers.
• Commercial Buildings Custom-engineered metal buildings for businesses including offices, retail spaces, and industrial facilities.
• Agricultural Buildings Metal farm buildings including barns, grain storage facilities, and livestock shelters designed for farmers, ranchers, and the agricultural community.
• Equestrian Buildings Metal horse barns, steel riding arenas, and multi-use equestrian facilities designed for horse owners and enthusiasts with clear-span interiors up to 200 feet.
• Gymnasiums Prefabricated steel gymnasiums for churches, schools, youth groups, and indoor sports organizations with clear-span interiors for sports activities.
• Steel Tennis and Pickleball Court Buildings Pre-engineered metal sports buildings for indoor or covered tennis and pickleball facilities with flexible design options.
• Church Buildings Prefab steel church buildings offering cost-effectiveness, durability, and versatility for growing congregations and religious organizations.
• Mini Storage Buildings Steel frame mini storage buildings for the self-storage industry, designed for storage unit complexes with pre-configured specials such as 20x100x8.5 Gable Roof (24 storage units) and 30x130x8.5 Gable Roof configurations.
• Aircraft Hangars Steel aircraft hangar building kits with clear-span widths up to 250 feet, featuring bi-fold, sliding, and hydro-swing door options for private and commercial airfields.
• The Ranchero Barndominium Single or two-story monitor-style steel barndominium with a raised center section and two lower side wings, featuring vaulted ceilings and mezzanine options for homeowners seeking combined living and work spaces.
• The Breckenridge Barndominium Single or two-story gambrel-style prefab barndominium with a dual-pitch roof maximizing second-story space for residential living combined with shops or work areas.
• The Overlook Barndominium Modern double-slope barndominium design maximizing natural light and airflow with an adaptable layout for residential living combined with functional areas.
• Marvel-Brute Arch Buildings Exclusively distributed quonset hut and metal arch building kits in 40, 50, and 60 foot widths with unlimited lengths, featuring straighter sidewalls via U-shaped design and heavy gauge steel construction for increased usable storage space.
• Crane Buildings Steel crane buildings engineered to support top-running, underhung, and monorail crane systems for industrial operations.
• Cold Formed Buildings Lighter gauge steel buildings created through cold-form manufacturing, offering faster construction without heavy equipment requirements, suitable for DIY-friendly assembly.
• Shipping Container Roof Kits Steel roof systems designed to cover shipping containers, creating covered weather-resistant spaces for storage and work areas.
• Used Buildings (Classifieds) Discounted new and never-erected metal buildings plus pre-owned structures available for immediate delivery or pickup through the company classifieds listings.
• Quick Ship Buildings Ready-to-ship metal building kits delivered promptly with pre-engineered parts for fast assembly when expedited timelines are needed.

Quantifiable outcome

• Construction time typically twice as fast as traditional construction
• +4 more outcomes

Named customers15 records

Segments9 records

Ideal customer profiles6 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature4 records

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Morton Buildings: Established direct-to-consumer prefabricated metal and post-frame building supplier focused on agricultural, commercial, and equestrian markets. Comparable customer segments and custom-engineered direct-sales model, though with stronger post-frame (wood-frame) heritage.
• SteelMaster Buildings: Direct-to-consumer manufacturer and retailer of prefabricated steel arch/quonset buildings for storage, agricultural, and commercial uses. Most directly comparable peer given similar arch-building product line competing with MBO's exclusive Marvel-Brute offering.
• Armstrong Steel: Direct-to-consumer prefab steel building retailer offering custom-engineered metal building kits with similar nationwide online quoting and sales motion. Overlaps directly with MBO across commercial, agricultural, and storage use cases.
• Absolute Steel: Direct-to-consumer metal building kit retailer focused on steel garages, workshops, barns, and storage buildings. Comparable online quote model and similar residential/SMB customer base.
• Kodiak Steel Buildings: Direct-to-consumer prefab metal building retailer offering custom-engineered steel building kits. Comparable product breadth, online quote experience, and customer segments including agricultural, commercial, and equestrian.
• RHINO Steel Buildings: Direct-to-consumer prefab steel building supplier with similar pre-engineered kit model and broad end-use coverage (agricultural, commercial, industrial). Direct competition for the same SMB and enterprise metal building buyer.
• Worldwide Steel Buildings: Direct-to-consumer prefab metal building retailer with custom-engineered steel building kits serving residential, commercial, and agricultural markets. Closely matched value proposition emphasizing affordability and direct supplier pricing.
• General Steel Corporation: Direct-to-consumer prefab steel building retailer offering custom-engineered metal building kits for residential, commercial, agricultural, and industrial uses. Closely matched business model with similar nationwide delivery and online quote tools.

Broad incumbents

• Cornerstone Building Brands (NCI Building Systems): Large incumbent manufacturer of metal building systems and components serving commercial, industrial, and institutional markets through a national dealer and contractor network. Overlaps with MBO on commercial/industrial products but operates at substantially larger scale through B2B channels.
• Butler Manufacturing: Long-established manufacturer of pre-engineered steel building systems serving commercial and industrial construction through a regional builder network. Overlaps on metal building product category but operates as a broad incumbent with B2B channel rather than direct-to-consumer.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Investors

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M&A

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