Steel Building Construction
Warehouses, workshops, offices and other steel buildings in Santa Maria, San Luis Obispo and Santa Barbara.
- Family owned
- Central Coast local
- Residential + Commercial
- Best of Santa Maria Valley 2024 & 2025
- CA Lic. #1045554
What our steel building work covers
Design
We plan the building around how you will use it.
Commercial and industrial buildings
Warehouses, workshops and office buildings of any size.
Pre-engineered buildings
Pre-engineered steel buildings go up quickly and cost less, without giving up strength.
Storage container construction
Steel containers converted into offices, storage or living space.
Repairs and maintenance
Structural repairs and routine upkeep that extend a building’s life.
Energy-efficient options
Insulation and solar integration that cut operating costs.
How a steel building project usually goes
- Plan the use. Size, doors, height and what the building will hold.
- Site and permits. Setbacks, access, engineered plans and any building permit.
- Site work and foundation. Grading and a foundation designed for the building’s loads.
- Erection. Frame, then roof and wall panels, doors and windows.
- Finish. Insulation, electrical and any interior build-out.
What affects the cost of a steel building
- Size, height and roof span.
- Foundation and site work.
- Doors, windows and openings.
- Insulation and interior finish.
- Wind, snow and other design loads for the site.
Agricultural buildings
Some farm buildings can be exempt from a building permit. San Luis Obispo County’s code exempts certain agricultural accessory buildings; owners apply through its Agricultural Exempt Building application. Santa Barbara County has its own rules for agricultural buildings (Santa Barbara County Permitting).
Exemptions come with limits on size, use and zoning, and usually don’t cover electrical or plumbing work, so check with the county before you plan on one.
The county rules in detail: Steel building or pole barn? Farm building permits.
Why build steel with JD Green
Steel buildings are strong, versatile and cost-effective.
- From the slab up: Foundations and the building itself from one contractor. See concrete.
- Licensed: California contractor’s license #1045554.
- Family-owned and local: Ninth-generation Santa Maria Valley, working across the Central Coast.
How it works
- Tell us about your project
- Meet with our team
- Plan & build
- Enjoy the finished space
From our customers
Absolutely loved working with and getting to know the Green Team. They did an outstanding job building our new home. Jeremy was straightforward and honest throughout the process of the build. Got a new home, and made some great, new friends along the way...can't beat that service!
“Jeremy was thoughtful, organized and listened to our needs! The crews were fast and professional.”
“JD Green Construction turned our vision into a reality… We love our new kitchen and we will definitely be calling JD Construction for our next remodel project”
“Makes it look so different and open.”
Common questions
Do I need a permit for a steel building?
Usually, yes. Rules for agricultural and accessory buildings vary, so check with your city or county planning and building departments before you order a building.
What foundation does a steel building need?
Usually a concrete slab or footings designed for the building. We can do the foundation and the building. See concrete.
Steel building or pole barn?
Steel buildings use a steel frame; pole barns use wood posts set in the ground. Steel frames resist rot and pests; the right choice depends on use, budget and local rules.
Do steel buildings need engineered plans?
Permitted buildings generally need engineered drawings, and pre-engineered steel buildings are designed with them. Your building department will say what it needs.
Can a steel building be a shop, garage or commercial space?
Yes, that’s common: warehouses, workshops and office buildings. What’s allowed on your property depends on zoning. See commercial construction.
How long does a steel building last?
Steel buildings are durable and resist rot and pests. Maintenance such as keeping fasteners, seals and coatings in good condition helps them last.
How do I check that a contractor is licensed?
Look up the license number on the Contractors State License Board website, which shows whether a license is active and what it covers. JD Green Construction’s California license number is 1045554.