Hangars in Jeddah: Types, Specifications and Prices
A steel hangar is the fastest, most economical way to cover wide spans without intermediate columns. From warehouses to factories to showrooms, success depends on decisions made before construction starts. This guide covers types, specifications and pricing in practical terms.
Hangar types by activity
- Industrial hangars: for factories and production lines, with greater height, loads and provision for suspended equipment.
- Warehouse hangars: focused on clear space and height for racking systems.
- Commercial hangars: showrooms and exhibition halls, where appearance and daylight matter.
- Car park hangars: lighter, faster structures.
- Workshop hangars: need good ventilation and wide doors for equipment access.
Technical specifications to ask about
| Item | Typical | Note |
|---|---|---|
| Span between columns | 15 – 30 m | Each increase raises truss cost |
| Clear height | 6 – 12 m | Set by racking and equipment height |
| Truss type | Pitched / arched / beam | Arched drains rain better |
| Cladding | Single skin or sandwich panel | Panels for conditioned facilities |
| Steel gauge | 0.40 – 0.70 mm | Heavier for coastal areas |
Hangar prices in Jeddah
Cost typically runs SAR 450 to 900 per square metre, set by span, height, cladding type and section thickness.
These figures cover structure and cladding only, excluding floor civil works, electrical systems and fire protection.
| Hangar type | Approx. rate per m² |
|---|---|
| Simple car park hangar | SAR 450 – 600 |
| Warehouse hangar, single skin | SAR 550 – 700 |
| Sandwich panel hangar | SAR 700 – 900 |
| Industrial hangar, special loads | Per engineering study |
Build time and stages
Typical total for a mid-size hangar: 5 to 9 weeks from approval to handover.
- Site inspection and measurement: 1 – 3 days.
- Design and drawing approval: about a week.
- Civil works (foundations and necks): 1 – 2 weeks.
- Workshop fabrication: 2 – 3 weeks.
- Erection and cladding on site: 1 – 3 weeks by area.
Maintenance that extends hangar life
- Annual coating inspection and immediate treatment of any rust spot.
- Gutter cleaning before the rainy season to prevent pooling and leaks.
- Re-tightening bolts and connections after the first year, then periodically.
- Checking roof seals and replacing degraded sealant.
Costly mistakes
- Reducing the span to cut cost, then finding columns block material handling.
- Choosing insufficient height, preventing future vertical expansion.
- Neglecting ventilation, making summer working conditions difficult.
- Relying on estimates instead of an engineering study for loads and wind.
Areas we serve
AVORA is headquartered in Jeddah and delivers projects across Makkah, Taif, Madinah, Riyadh, Dammam and all regions of the Kingdom.
For projects outside Jeddah we arrange a site visit before issuing the quote, and transport costs are stated transparently within it.
Note: prices in this article are indicative and vary with specification, quantity and site conditions. For an exact figure for your project, request a free quote.
Frequently asked questions
What does a hangar cost per metre in Jeddah?+
Between SAR 450 and 900 per square metre depending on span, height and cladding. Simple parking hangars sit at the low end; conditioned panel hangars at the high end.
How long does hangar construction take?+
A mid-size hangar (600 – 1,000 m²) takes 5 to 9 weeks including design, civil works, fabrication and erection.
Does a hangar need a permit?+
Yes — industrial and commercial structures require municipal licensing and approved drawings; check requirements before starting.
