An 80×100 steel building gives you 8,000 sq ft (743 m²) of clear-span, column-free floor in an efficient near-square footprint. In 2026, an 80×100 runs roughly $944,000–$1.46M CAD turnkey ($118–$182/sq ft), or from about $176,000 as an engineered kit. The square-ish plan makes it a favourite for warehousing, light manufacturing, and recreation or indoor-sports facilities where an open floor matters more than length. See the full Steel Building Sizes hub and the 2026 Commercial Steel Building Cost Guide for context, or open the Cost Calculator and quote tool.
Key Takeaways
- Footprint: 80 ft wide × 100 ft long = 8,000 sq ft (743 m²), fully clear span with no interior columns.
- Turnkey price: about $944K–$1.46M CAD ($118–$182/sq ft) in 2026 — foundation, erection, insulation, finishes, MEP rough-in, and permits included.
- Kit / shell: engineered kit from ~$176K; weather-tight shell ~$344K–$576K.
- Best for: warehousing and distribution, light manufacturing, recreation and indoor sports, and field houses.
- Eave & doors: typical eave 16–24 ft; the near-square plan gives an efficient, flexible open floor.
- Engineering: pre-engineered to CSA A660 and NBCC 2020 with stamped, province-specific drawings included.
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What a 80×100 Steel Building Costs in 2026
Titan prices an 80×100 in three tiers, so you buy only the scope you need. The ranges below apply Titan’s 2026 per-square-foot rates to 8,000 sq ft; the same rates drive the comparison figures on the Steel Building Sizes hub.
| Package | What’s Included | Total Range (CAD) | Per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engineered Kit | Primary frames, purlins, girts, bracing, anchor bolts, fasteners, and NBCC/CSA A660 stamped drawings | $176,000 – $344,000 | $22 – $43 |
| Building Shell | Kit plus roof and wall cladding, trim, gutters, and framed openings to weather-tight stage | $344,000 – $576,000 | $43 – $72 |
| Turnkey | Kit + foundation + erection + insulation + interior finishes + MEP rough-in + permits | $944,000 – $1,456,000 | $118 – $182 |
What Drives the Cost of a 80×100
On an 8,000 sq ft building, clear height, openings, insulation, and regional loads move the price the most. The table shows the direction each variable pushes cost.
| Cost Variable | Directional Impact on Price |
|---|---|
| Eave height | 16 ft to 24 ft adds wall steel and cladding across 360 linear ft of perimeter; recreation and high-clearance uses sit at the taller end. |
| Openings & doors | Overhead and dock doors and large entrances are fixed line items; more openings mean more cost. |
| Insulation system | Batt is economical; spray foam or insulated metal panels for a conditioned or recreation space raise the envelope cost. |
| Snow & wind loads | Regional ground-snow and wind loads add frame tonnage across the 100 ft roof line. |
| Foundation & floor | Sport floors, slabs with in-floor services, or heavy-equipment slabs each change the foundation cost. |
| Interior finishes & services | Change rooms, offices, mezzanines, and MEP rough-in move a shell toward turnkey and set the high end of the range. |
What a 80×100 Steel Building Is
An 80×100 steel building is a pre-engineered metal building (PEMB) measuring 80 feet wide by 100 feet long — 8,000 square feet of column-free floor. The near-square footprint is what sets it apart: with the full 80-foot width spanned clear and only 100 feet of length, you get an efficient, open plan rather than a long, narrow one. That makes it well suited to uses that need floor area more than run length — a multi-court gym, indoor turf, a fitness facility, a compact warehouse, or a light-manufacturing shop. “Pre-engineered” means the frame is designed and fabricated to your site’s exact snow, wind, and seismic loads before it ships, then bolted together on site, and stamped, province-specific drawings are included. Compared with a wood or fabric structure of the same size, a steel 80×100 offers a longer service life, lower maintenance, and full code compliance. See how it compares with neighbouring sizes on the Steel Building Sizes hub.
Province-by-Province Pricing
The per-square-foot ranges above are Canada-wide; where you build shifts the finished cost through snow load, seismic design, labour rates, and freight distance. The modifiers below are directional — your quote reflects your municipality’s actual code requirements.
| Province / Region | Directional Modifier | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Ontario | Baseline | Deep supplier and trade base near the GTA keeps steel logistics and erection crews competitive. |
| Alberta | Near baseline to slightly lower | Strong industrial construction capacity and moderate seismic demand keep costs efficient outside the mountains. |
| Saskatchewan / Manitoba | Slightly higher | Heavy ground snow loads add frame tonnage, and longer freight hauls to remote sites raise delivery cost. |
| British Columbia | Higher | Coastal seismic design and elevated labour rates increase both engineering and erection. |
| Quebec | Slightly higher | High snow loads and provincial code and permitting steps add to the finished cost. |
| Atlantic Canada | Higher | Coastal wind exposure plus freight distance to the Maritimes lift cladding and shipping line items. |
What You Can Build in a 80×100
The 8,000 sq ft clear span makes the 80×100 one of the most flexible open-floor footprints. Common uses include a compact steel warehouse or distribution building, a light-manufacturing or assembly shop, and recreation and indoor-sports facilities such as gyms, turf, and fitness centres. Because it is fully engineered, an 80×100 can be finished as a heated, insulated commercial building or an industrial building, with doors, eave height, and interior fit-out tailored to your operation.
Sample 80×100 Builds Titan Delivers
Recreation and indoor-sports facility
An 80×100 delivers 8,000 sq ft of clear span for a multi-court gym, indoor turf, or a fitness facility — a tall clear eave and no interior columns mean the whole floor is playable, which is exactly what a recreational building needs.
Light-manufacturing shop
The efficient near-square plan suits assembly, packaging, or fabrication, with room for a mezzanine office and dock access — a compact industrial building that keeps the production floor open.
Warehouse and storage
Racking and drive lanes lay out cleanly across the column-free 80-foot width, making the 80×100 a tidy regional warehouse or distribution building.
80×100 vs Other Common Sizes
The 80×100 sits at the wider end of Titan’s small-to-mid range. Compare turnkey pricing with its nearest neighbours, then open any size for full detail.
| Size | Floor Area | Turnkey Range (CAD) | Per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|
| 60×120 | 7,200 sq ft | $850K – $1.31M | $118 – $182 |
| 80×100 (this page) | 8,000 sq ft | $944K – $1.46M | $118 – $182 |
| 80×120 | 9,600 sq ft | $1.13M – $1.75M | $118 – $182 |
| 100×100 | 10,000 sq ft | $1.18M – $1.82M | $118 – $182 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does an 80×100 steel building cost in Canada?
An 80×100 (8,000 sq ft) steel building typically costs about $944,000 to $1.46M CAD turnkey in 2026, which works out to roughly $118 to $182 per square foot. As an engineered kit only it starts around $176,000. Because it is a smaller footprint, the per-square-foot figure tends toward the higher end of that range.
How big is an 80×100 steel building?
An 80×100 is 8,000 square feet — 80 feet wide by 100 feet long, or about 743 square metres. Because it is clear span, all 8,000 square feet is column-free, and the near-square shape gives an efficient, flexible open floor.
Is an 80×100 steel building fully clear-span?
Yes. The full 80-foot width is engineered as a clear span with no interior columns, so the entire 8,000 square foot floor is open — ideal for courts, racking, or a production line that needs an uninterrupted footprint.
Is an 80×100 good for a gym or indoor sports facility?
Yes. 8,000 square feet of column-free space suits multi-court gyms, indoor turf, and fitness facilities, and the clear span means no columns interrupt the playing surface. A taller eave gives the overhead clearance most sports uses need.
What eave height suits an 80×100 recreation or warehouse building?
Recreation and high-clearance uses often specify 20 to 24 feet, while warehouses and shops commonly use 16 to 20 feet. Taller eaves add wall steel and cladding, so height is one of the larger cost levers on this size.
How many dock doors fit on an 80×100?
The 100-foot wall typically accommodates three to four dock or overhead doors at standard spacing, with additional doors possible on the end walls. Exact placement depends on the frame bay layout, which Titan sets during engineering.
Can an 80×100 have a mezzanine?
Yes. A mezzanine over an office, lobby, or change-room area adds usable square footage without enlarging the footprint. It is engineered into the frame and floor loads from the start, so include it in your early planning.
Can an 80×100 be insulated for a conditioned space?
Yes. An 80×100 can be insulated with batt, spray foam, or insulated metal panels and heated or cooled for year-round use — important for gyms, conditioned warehouses, and manufacturing. A conditioned envelope costs more than an uninsulated shell.
What foundation does an 80×100 need?
A slab-on-grade with perimeter footings suits most 80×100 builds. Sport floors, slabs with in-floor services, or heavy-equipment slabs adjust the design, and soil conditions and your intended loads set the final foundation.
What is the lead time for an 80×100 steel building?
Lead time varies with engineering, provincial permitting, and the current Titan production schedule. Contact Titan for a current timeline for your province and site so you can plan around design, fabrication, and erection.
Is a clear-span 80×100 better than a columned one?
For most uses, yes. A clear span keeps all 8,000 square feet usable and is standard at the 80-foot width, so there are no columns to work around for courts, racking, or drive lanes. Columns are only introduced when a specific layout calls for them.
How does an 80×100 compare to a 60×120 or 100×100?
An 80×100 (8,000 sq ft) is wider and more open than a 60×120 (7,200 sq ft) and slightly smaller than a square 100×100 (10,000 sq ft). Choose the 80×100 when you want an efficient, near-square open floor rather than a long, narrow one.
Related Resources
- Steel Building Sizes hub — every Titan size with pricing by square foot.
- 2026 Commercial Steel Building Cost Guide — how Canadian steel building pricing is built up.
- 60×120 and 100×100 — the nearest sizes down and up.
- Warehouse, recreation, and industrial building applications.
- Cost Calculator and quote tool — get an exact 80×100 price for your site.
- 80×150 Steel Building Cost — stepping up to a 12,000 sq ft footprint.