The FBi Blog

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

Nettie Grubb

Nettie joined the FBi Marketing team in 2022 as the Marketing Content Creator. Nettie grew up just outside of Des Moines, IA. In 2016, she received her BS in Agriculture Communications from Iowa State University. Upon graduation, she has worked in agriculture sales and marketing. She moved to Indiana in 2020. Outside of work, Nettie enjoys quilting, crocheting, crafting, canning, gardening, fishing, and hunting. She is married and enjoys spending time with her husband and dog.

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By: Nettie Grubb
January 22nd, 2024

When creating your New Year’s resolution, you may not have considered adding a pole barn to your plans for 2024. With interest rates nearly double what they were just a few years ago, you may call me crazy for saying 2024 is the time to build a pole building. In this article, we will go over the three reasons why now is the right time to build a post-frame building.

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By: Nettie Grubb
January 15th, 2024

I fondly remember going to horse camp in Story City, IA, and riding horses with friends. Riding horses is something I enjoy doing, but one thing I never thought about is who builds horse barns in Iowa. Like many Iowans, the first thing that comes to mind when considering a standard pole barn is Morton. And while Morton does build horse barns, there are several other builders you should consider. In this blog, we'll discuss the advantages of a post-frame horse barn and which Iowa post-frame builder you can call to bring your equine dream to life.

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By: Nettie Grubb
December 29th, 2023

2023 was a year that seemed like the world had returned to "normal" after COVID and supply chain issues the past several years. Interest rates averaged 7%, double what they averaged two years prior. With this increase, we did see a slight decline in some market segments compared to the previous years, but FBi Buildings had a year devoted to expansion to serve our customers better.

Building Construction | Building Tips | Post Frame Homes | Building Features | Cost | Building Design

By: Nettie Grubb
December 11th, 2023

Many of us have the American dream of buying a piece of land, building a house or pole barn home, and adding a pole shed or garage to store our hobbies in. You probably think that adding a pole barn is an affordable storage solution, but there are five reasons why you may consider NOT building a pole barn. 1. The cost of building a pole barn is not cheaper. 2. Pole barn permits may not allow you to build where you want. 3. A cheaper builder may not build with structural integrity in mind. 4. Your cell phone might not work in a metal building. 5. Affordable pole barns have less curb appeal. In this article, we will learn why you may consider not building a pole barn.

Building Construction | Project Prep | Posts | Building Tips | Post Frame Homes | Residential Buildings | Comparisons | Permitting | Pole Barn Builders | Site Preparation | Financing | Building Design

By: Nettie Grubb
November 13th, 2023

In the fall of 2023, FBi Buildings began its expansion into Missouri. We know that purchasing a pole barn is a big decision, and finding quality post-frame builders can also be time-consuming Before you select the cheapest builder for the job, you must also factor in the service your post-frame builder offers, their warranty, and the quality of materials they use. Whether you are looking to build a horse barn, a barndominium, a new warehouse, or an ag machine shed, we have compiled a list of Missouri's top pole barn builders.

Building Construction | Project Prep | Posts | Building Tips | Post Frame Homes | Residential Buildings | Comparisons | Permitting | Pole Barn Builders | Site Preparation | Financing | Building Design

By: Nettie Grubb
October 16th, 2023

Whether you want to find a restaurant near you or a local handyman, we all turn to Google for answers. You have landed in the right place if you want to build an agricultural building, a post-frame home, or a hobby barn. Regarding this purchase, it is not the $50 you would spend at a local Mexican restaurant or a couple hundred dollar handyman bill. A pole barn could be a $30,000-$300,000 investment. And with that, you need to understand what post-frame builders are in your area, what they will offer you, and what all your pole barn quote will entail. When it comes to pole barn builders, they are not always an apples-to-apples comparison. You need to consider eight factors when it comes to post-frame builders. In this blog, we will list the top builders in Kentucky and how they compare.