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Construction Cost of a 1,000 sqm Hydroponic Greenhouse

Investing in modern agriculture is no longer just a choice, but a necessity; because you can both use the products yourself and enjoy significant profitability. However, when talking about the construction cost of a 1,000-meter hydroponic greenhouse, many investors get confused amidst a mass of contradictory figures. Constructing a 1,000-meter hydroponic greenhouse is considered the entry point into the hydroponic industry due to its high scalability and optimized management. Join us in this article from the Gol Afrooz blog as we walk you through the costs in detail, from foundation to harvest.

Understand the Factors Affecting Greenhouse Construction Costs

Before diving into numbers, we must understand why the price of two greenhouses with the same square footage can differ by up to 30%.

  1. Topography and Climate: The first factor is the region's topography and climate. Building a greenhouse in an area with heavy snow loads or severe winds requires reinforcing the galvanized profile sections, which directly impacts the greenhouse structure price.

  2. Technology Type: In 1,000 meters, you can use semi-automatic or fully smart systems. It might interest you to know that while using smart equipment initially increases the hydroponic greenhouse construction cost, it returns this cost from net profit in less than two years by reducing fertilizer and pesticide consumption by 40% and eliminating human error.

Therefore, at Gol Afrooz Company, our priority is designing based on the client's specific climate to prevent extra costs caused by over-design or structural collapse during natural disasters.

Estimated Cost Table for Building a 1,000 sqm Hydroponic Greenhouse

To give you a general overview, the table below shows average prices for a standard Gothic (Spanish) structure with full equipment. Note that these figures are approximate, and the final price is determined after the plan design.

Execution Section Description of Services and Material Average Cost (Per Sqm) Total for 1,000 Meters
Structure & Cover Hot-dip galvanized columns, Anti-UV nylon, Bolt & Nut 1,200,000 - 1,800,000 Tomans 1.2 to 1.8 Billion Tomans
Hydroponic System Central feeding station, Tanks, Grow bags, Cocopeat & Perlite 600,000 - 900,000 Tomans 600 to 900 Million Tomans
Cooling & Heating Cellulose Pad & Fan, Jet Heater, Circulation System 450,000 - 650,000 Tomans 450 to 650 Million Tomans
Installation Expert execution team and Engineering supervision 250,000 - 400,000 Tomans 250 to 400 Million Tomans
Grand Total Zero to Hundred Modern Greenhouse Construction 2,500,000 - 3,750,000 Tomans 2.5 to 3.7 Billion Tomans

Why a 1,000-Meter Hydroponic Greenhouse with Bolt & Nut Galvanized Structure?

At Gol Afrooz, we produce all structures using Hot-Dip Galvanized alloys. Unlike welded structures that quickly rust at connection points, our Bolt & Nut (Portable) structures are completely rust-proof and have a lifespan of over 20 years. This is a competitive advantage in the construction cost of a 1,000-meter hydroponic greenhouse, as it preserves your property's added value and allows for the structure's relocation.

Additionally, our designs are Gothic (Spanish) structures. Gothic roofs, due to their sharper arches, prevent dew drops from accumulating and dripping onto the plants—a vital factor in cucumber or tomato greenhouse construction to prevent fungal diseases. Consequently, by choosing a standard structure, the side costs of purchasing pesticides and crop loss are drastically reduced.

Hydroponic Equipment for a 1,000-Meter Greenhouse

In a 1,000-meter unit, precise fertigation management is paramount. Your keywords for success in this section are: Central Control Station, Filtration, and Growing Media.

The hydroponic greenhouse construction cost includes purchasing high-quality substrates like Cocopeat (coconut fiber) and Perlite to guarantee root porosity and aeration.

You might ask, "Is building a cheap hydroponic greenhouse possible?"

The answer is yes, provided you don't mistake "cheap" for "low quality." By optimizing irrigation systems and using PC (Pressure Compensating) drippers, we prevent the waste of expensive fertilizer solutions. Greenhouse equipment prices at our company are completely competitive due to direct production and eliminating middlemen. Remember, in a hydroponic system, a mistake in the feeding system for even a few hours can destroy the entire crop of your 1,000-meter greenhouse; so be obsessive in choosing your greenhouse construction contractor.

Reviewing Cucumber Greenhouse Construction and High-Yield Crops

Over 70% of those looking for the cost of a 1,000-meter hydroponic greenhouse intend to cultivate cucumbers, tomatoes, or bell peppers.

Constructing a cucumber greenhouse using hydroponics allows you to increase planting density by up to 2.5 times compared to soil methods. According to field reports from Gol Afrooz executive projects, harvest yield in this system can reach over 40 kg per square meter per cycle.

Therefore, although the greenhouse construction cost seems high initially, a quick calculation considering the sales price of export products shows that your Return on Investment (ROI) happens in less than two agricultural years. As a professional greenhouse builder, we adjust heating and cooling systems to maintain an ideal temperature of 24°C even in the dead of winter or peak summer heat, ensuring the plant doesn't stress and fruiting doesn't stop.

Greenhouse Structure Price and Major Materials List

As a greenhouse material manufacturer, we make the list of essential items transparent for clients. This list includes:

  • Main Columns: Usually 80x80 profiles or galvanized industrial box sections.

  • Arches and Roof: Hot-dip galvanized pipes with precise bending.

  • Polyethylene Cover: 5 to 10-layer nylon with UV, IR, and Anti-Drip additives.

  • Special Connections: Usually Locking Springs (Zigzag wire), Cable Clamps, and Cast Iron or Ductile Post Caps.

If you are a contractor yourself or plan a renovation, wholesale greenhouse material sales at Gol Afrooz are done at factory-gate prices. Being aware of the daily equipment price list is mandatory because iron market fluctuations affect the final price; however, we try to provide more price stability for our customers through smart warehousing.


Legal Steps and Engineering Supervision for 1,000-Meter Greenhouse

Constructing an industrial unit without a permit is a huge risk. All Gol Afrooz projects are executed under the direct supervision of the Agricultural and Natural Resources Engineering Organization. This means your structure has a technical calculation booklet and is retrofitted against winds of 120 km/h and your region's snow load.

Costs related to license renewal, engineering supervision, and worker insurance are also part of the zero-to-hundred greenhouse price, usually comprising 3% to 5% of the total budget. We are by your side in all these stages so you can receive necessary inquiries in the shortest possible time. Since our designs are standard, approval from supervising engineers is easily issued for Gol Afrooz projects.

Guide to Obtaining a Permit for a 1,000-Meter Hydroponic Greenhouse

It might interest you to know that many projects are stopped before pouring a single gram of concrete due to document deficiencies. Obtaining a permit not only legalizes your activity but is also a prerequisite for receiving bank loans and government energy tariffs. We consider it our duty to guide you through this administrative path alongside structural design.

Steps to Obtain a Hydroponic Greenhouse Establishment License:

  1. Registration in SAMAK System: The first step is registering in the Integrated System for Pasture and Agriculture Management (SAMAK), through which all greenhouse construction requests are tracked.

  2. Inquiry from Engineering Organization: After submitting the request, experts from the Agricultural Engineering Organization visit your land to confirm the match between the square footage/location and ownership documents.

  3. Inquiry of Approvals: This stage involves receiving approvals from various bodies, including:

    • Water Affairs Administration: To confirm the water supply source (well, qanat, or water rights).

    • Gas and Electricity Distribution Companies: To check the feasibility of servicing a 1,000-meter unit.

    • Department of Environment: To ensure no pollution; approvals are easier for hydroponic systems due to water recirculation.

    • Land Affairs: To ensure no unauthorized land use change.

Costs of Obtaining a Hydroponic Greenhouse Permit

Permit costs include expert fees, stamp duties, and Engineering Organization fees. In the current year, for a 1,000-meter unit, these costs vary by province but are an inseparable part of the turnkey greenhouse price. One of the main conditions for issuing an operation license is having an approved technical plan. Since Gol Afrooz designs are exactly in accordance with the Engineering Organization's technical annexes, our clients face the least challenge in final plan approval.

Hidden Costs of Building a 1,000-Meter Hydroponic Greenhouse

In calculating the construction cost of a 1,000-meter hydroponic greenhouse, one should not just look at the structure and nylon price. There are costs that, if unseen, will cause problems for your budgeting at the end of the project:

  • Land Leveling and Grading: Hydroponic greenhouse land must have precise grading (usually 1%) for proper drainage.

  • Guard House and Warehouse: By law, you must have space for worker rest and storage for fertilizers and pesticides.

  • Water Storage Pool: Even in a hydroponic system, having a storage pool is essential for critical times or water chlorination.