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Your Pinterest board is likely filled with post-frame building inspiration. From open-concept living spaces to matte black metal exteriors with cedar trusses, you're inspired to build a barndominium. You might also fall into the camp thinking that this is a more affordable housing solution (it can be if you DIY most of it).

Picture this: You head out to your pole barn hobby shop, ready to tackle that side project you’ve been putting off. You open the walk door, head over to your workbench, and find your tools soaked in rainwater. You ask yourself, “How did this mess happen?” You glance up at the metal roofing system and spot the culprit—a small puncture in the steel panel.

Can you believe it’s already time for another Farm Progress Show? We’re heading back to Decatur, Illinois, for another unforgettable week at the nation’s largest outdoor event. If you’ve been to the FBi Buildings booth, you know we don’t hold back. This year’s lineup is bigger, better, and bolder than ever.

Whether you are a business owner, contractor, land developer, or agent for commercial real estate, you understand that projects often take years to come to fruition. From securing funding to obtaining permits, the process can be lengthy for commercial land developers. By the time the project reaches a general contractor and subcontractors, it can feel like a sudden push to complete the job.

When driving past a metal building home, you may think it is hot, hard to cool, or would be more expensive to regulate the temperature. This common misconception is false. One of our past customers who built a barndominium with three HVAC units claimed that it was only $20 more to control the barndominium compared to his other home. In this blog, we will break down the seven ways to design a barndominium for maximum energy savings from building materials to construction methods. There are seven different ways you can build your barndominium for long-term energy savings.

When considering a pole barn repair and renovation project, adding windows might be on your wishlist. You want to introduce more natural lighting, or your goal is to renovate your existing pole barn into a barndominium. For most people, the installation process can feel overwhelming. So, what’s the best way to approach this task? Should you take on the challenge, or trust the post-frame construction experts?