How Much Does It Cost to Build a Flower Cold Storage per Square Meter?

How much does it cost to build a flower cold storage per square meter?

Flower cold storage construction cost: approx. 600–1500 RMB/sqm

Flower cold storage is a type of fresh-keeping room (0–10°C) and is one of the most affordable categories of cold storage. The 2026 market rates are as follows:

Unit Price Reference by Size

Storage AreaUnit Price (RMB/sqm)Estimated Total CostNotes

10–50 sqm (Small)700–150020,000–80,000 RMBHigher equipment amortization, higher unit price

100 sqm (Medium)600–120070,000–150,000 RMBMainstream range; mid-range configuration approx. 700–1500 RMB/sqm

200–500 sqm600–900100,000–450,000 RMBEconomies of scale, unit price decreases

1000 sqm and above (Large)500–850600,000–900,000 RMBLower unit cost

If a controlled atmosphere system is added (regulating O₂/CO₂, extending shelf life by 3–5 times), the construction cost will double, reaching 1200–2000 RMB/sqm.

4 Key Variables That Determine the Price

FactorImpact RangeExample

SizeLarger area, lower unit price100 sqm approx. 1000 RMB/sqm → 1000 sqm approx. 650 RMB/sqm

Equipment BrandDomestic vs. imported: 30%–50% differenceCopeland/Bitzer units cost nearly twice as much as domestic ones, but have lower failure rates

Insulation MaterialPolyurethane panels vs. XPS boards: 30% difference100mm polyurethane panels approx. 100–200 RMB/sqm, far better insulation than XPS boards

Temperature Control AccuracyStandard fresh-keeping vs. constant temperature and humidityPharmaceutical-grade control with ±0.5°C accuracy increases cost by 30%–50%

How to Choose Locally to Save More

Recommended priorities:

Senbin Holdings: Located near you; a 100 sqm mid-range flower storage costs approx. 70,000–120,000 RMB, including design, installation, and commissioning as a full package.

Henan Jingduan Environmental Technology: Local team with over a thousand flower preservation cases, fast response.

When requesting a proposal from manufacturers, be sure to confirm that the quote includes: the storage body, refrigeration unit, electrical control system, and installation and commissioning—to avoid additional charges later.