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Butler Building Advantages
10 Things to Know before you buyFind the right size for your Building
Not sure what size you need? Explore our recommended building dimensions based on your intended use and customize your design with the Butler Building Designer.
Building Sizes We Recommend
Common sizes for popular uses. Need Something Different? We can design it around your requirements. Explore our most popular Butler Building Dimensions
Butler Building Designer
Explore building dimensions, layouts, roof and wall options, and more with our interactive 3D Building Designer.
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Tell us about your project and our team will provide a custom quote based on your needs, location, and building specifications.
Built for Everyday Versatility
Accessory buildings provide flexible space for storage, workshops, equipment, inventory, or operational support. Butler systems are engineered to adapt to your needs while delivering the strength and durability expected from a permanent steel building.
Maximize Your Property
Add valuable, functional space without the limitations of traditional construction. Whether expanding an existing facility or creating a standalone structure, accessory buildings help you make better use of your property while supporting future growth.
Custom Configurations Available
Every operation has unique space requirements. Butler accessory buildings can be customized with overhead doors, walk doors, insulation, windows, partitions, and a variety of exterior finishes to create a building that works exactly the way you need.
Low Maintenance Performance
Built with premium steel components and durable factory-applied finishes, Butler accessory buildings are designed to resist weather, corrosion, and everyday wear. That means less maintenance, lower ownership costs, and dependable performance for years to come.
Engineered for Lasting Strength
Every Butler accessory building is factory engineered to meet local building codes, wind loads, and snow loads. The result is a dependable structure designed to protect your equipment, materials, and investments in every season.
Factory Direct Butler Quality
As an authorized Butler Builder®, we provide genuine Butler building systems backed by decades of proven engineering and manufacturing excellence. You receive factory-quality materials, expert design support, and a building that’s built to perform for the long haul.
Butler-Cote Metal Panel Colors
Butler Cote colors are engineered for long term performance, with exceptional fade and chalk resistance that outlasts conventional paint systems. Cool Colors meet Title 24 energy standards and support LEED certification, giving your building proven longevity and a finish that protects your investment for decades.
Gable trim, eave trim, gutter and downspouts included.
Cool Solar White
Cool Igloo White
Cool Ivory White
Cool Birch White
Cool Shell Gray
Cool Country Wheat
Cool Desert Beige
Cool Gray Stone
Cool Emerald Green
Cool Ocean Blue
Cool Majestic Blue
Cool Brick Red
Cool Harvest
Cool Onyx Black
Cool Marsh Green
Cool Palm Green
Cool Solar White
Cool Birch White
Cool Shell Gray
Cool Country Wheat
Cool Emerald Green
Cool Gray Stone
Cool Majestic Blue
Cool Marsh Green
Cool Ocean Blue
Not formulated for exterior use.
Light Gray
Igloo White
Interior White
Cool Marsh Green
Selected color
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Sometimes the fastest way to get an answer is to ask someone who knows Butler Buildings inside and out. If you still have questions after reviewing our recommended sizes, 3D Design Guide, or color charts, the Butler Metal Buildings team is here to walk through the details with you directly — no scripts, no pressure to buy.
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Building System:
Butler PEMB and Hybrid Steel systems can be configured for cold storage and temperature-controlled facilities.
Structural Framing:
Engineered steel framing supports storage areas, refrigeration equipment, loading zones, and operational spaces.
Clearspan Capability:
Open interiors maximize usable storage space and allow flexible racking and equipment layouts.
Insulation:
High-performance insulation can be integrated to help maintain controlled interior temperatures.
Roof System:
MR-24®, Butlerib® II, and VSR II™ roof systems provide durable enclosure options.
Wall Systems:
Insulated Butler wall systems can support the thermal requirements of cold storage facilities.
Building Layout:
Facilities can combine cold storage, loading docks, processing areas, offices, and support spaces.
Expansion:
The building can be planned to accommodate additional storage capacity as operations grow.
Cold storage facilities require efficient use of interior space and a building envelope that supports temperature-controlled operations. Butler’s engineered steel systems provide flexible structural layouts that can accommodate storage racks, refrigeration equipment, loading areas, and other operational requirements.
Butler’s experience with distribution, warehouse, agricultural, and industrial facilities provides a foundation for designing large-scale storage environments around specific operational needs.
Maximized Storage Space
Clearspan framing provides open interiors that can be efficiently organized with storage racks and equipment.
Thermal Performance
Insulated roof and wall systems can support the controlled temperatures required for cold storage operations.
Equipment Integration
The structural design can accommodate refrigeration systems, mechanical equipment, utilities, and other facility infrastructure.
Efficient Loading Areas
Large openings and flexible layouts can support loading, unloading, and material handling operations.
Durable Enclosure
Butler roof and wall systems provide a durable exterior envelope for protecting temperature-sensitive inventory.
Flexible Configuration
Interior layouts can be designed around different storage capacities, rack systems, equipment, and operational workflows.
Energy Efficiency
A properly designed insulated building envelope can help reduce unwanted heat transfer and support efficient temperature control.
Future Expansion
The facility can be planned with additional storage areas or operational space to accommodate future growth.
Can Butler buildings be designed for refrigerated or temperature-controlled storage?
Yes. Butler building systems can be configured with insulated roof and wall assemblies to support temperature-controlled environments, with the final building envelope and mechanical systems engineered around the facility’s specific refrigeration requirements.
Cold Storage Areas
Configure storage spaces around refrigerated, frozen, or temperature-controlled inventory requirements.
Insulated Enclosure
Select appropriate Butler roof, wall, and insulation systems based on the facility’s thermal requirements.
Refrigeration Equipment
Coordinate structural and building layouts around refrigeration units, mechanical systems, and associated equipment.
Storage Racking
Plan clear interior spaces around pallet racks, shelving systems, forklifts, and other material-handling equipment.
Loading Areas
Incorporate loading docks, overhead doors, and access points for efficient product movement.
Processing Areas
Add dedicated areas for food processing, packaging, staging, or preparation where required.
Office & Support Areas
Integrate offices, employee spaces, maintenance areas, and other support functions into the facility.
Future Expansion
Plan the building for additional cold storage capacity as inventory requirements and operations increase.
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From contractors to national brands, these companies build with Butler.
Frequently Asked Questions
Still deciding if a Butler building is right for your project? Here’s what most builders ask us before they get started.
Still have questions?
Talk to a real person. Call our Pro Desk Expert Line or request a callback.
What makes a Butler building different from other metal buildings?
Butler has been engineering steel buildings for over 125 years, and AM Star is an authorized Butler distributor, not a reseller of generic components. Every building you get through us uses genuine Butler engineered parts, backed by Butler’s manufacturing standards.
Can I customize the size and layout of my building?
Yes. Butler buildings are engineered to your exact specifications, size, use, and site requirements, whether that’s a small workshop or a large industrial facility. Our team works with you from initial design through structural engineering to make sure it fits your project.
How much does a Butler building cost?
Pricing depends on size, building type, durability grade, and site conditions, so there’s no single number that fits every project. Request a quote and we’ll get you accurate pricing fast, tailored to your specific building.
How long does the process take, from quote to finished building?
Timelines vary by project scope and current fabrication schedules. Once you request a quote, we’ll give you a realistic timeframe based on your specific building and location.
Do you handle engineering and permitting?
Yes. Every Butler building is engineered to meet local codes and structural requirements, with stamped drawings provided for permitting, backed by Butler’s manufacturing standards.
What's the difference between a Butler building and a barndominium?
A barndominium is one type of building you can build using Butler’s steel building system, combining residential living space with a metal building structure. It uses the same engineered components and durability standards as our other building types.
What if I'm not building new, I just need parts or repairs?
We also supply genuine Butler parts and components for repairs, replacements, or expansions, no need to order a full building. Browse our parts catalog or contact us directly.
How do I get started?
Request a quote and tell us about your project, building type, size, and timeline. We’ll follow up with accurate pricing and next steps, no pressure, no runaround.
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