The FBi Blog

Information that gives you insight into post-frame construction and in making your building project a success.

Angie Dobson

Angie joined FBi Buildings in 2012 and is now the Director of Marketing. She's an avid reader and enjoys outdoor leisure and cheering on her two daughters at their sporting events.

Posts | Videos | Structural Integrity | Repairs & Renovations

By: Angie Dobson
June 3rd, 2019

Once your post-frame construction project is complete, it’s probably a relief. You spent months or years designing your dream pole barn. Every detail was thoroughly considered, right down to the hardware on your walk door.

Posts | Videos | Farm Buildings | Residential Buildings | Horse Barns | Comparisons | Commercial Buildings

By: Angie Dobson
May 20th, 2019

Pole barn - a term that we have been familiar with since 1958. A term that we commonly use interchangeably with post frame building. A term that will always be used by our customers.

Posts | Building Tips | Commercial Buildings

By: Angie Dobson
May 6th, 2019

When people think of a post-frame building or pole barn, they envision farm shops, machine sheds, or even suburban garages. The common misconception about post-frame construction is that it’s primarily used for agricultural buildings. However, what you might not realize is that post-frame structures are also an ideal construction method for commercial buildings.

Building Construction | Posts

By: Angie Dobson
April 22nd, 2019

Often, we have customers who call our office wanting a pole barn...and they want it now. In some cases, we can handle the job in a matter of days. Meanwhile, other post frame projects take a little bit longer to build...especially commercial buildings. Why? Because there are multiple steps that one must complete before construction can begin.

Posts | Warranty | Repairs & Renovations

By: Angie Dobson
April 9th, 2019

What do big purchases (e.g., appliances, electronics, post-frame buildings, and vehicles) have in common?

Posts | Building Tips | Structural Integrity | Energy Efficiency

By: Angie Dobson
March 25th, 2019

It’s the time of year that most people look forward to...nice weather! The days are getting longer, and the temperatures are warming up. Unless you live in the Midwest (like us) because Mother Nature loves to play tricks. Regardless, you can finally start working on the long list of outside projects, such as landscaping.