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As 2024 is winding down, many customers are looking ahead at their goals for 2025. Whether purchasing land to build a barndominium, building a new machine shed, or even repairing an existing building, creating your project with realistic expectations is essential.

Most people agree that adding a large wrap-around porch provides a space to relax in your rocking chair and adds curb appeal to your pole barn. While designing your post-frame project, you might have seen some projects listed as having a lean-to when you thought it was just a side porch. This blog will discuss the differences between a porch and a lean-to, the design options each provides, and the cost of adding one to your project.

Keeping your pole barn in top shape starts with choosing the right post-frame builder. Whether you need to repair storm damage, upgrade the interior finishes, or raise the metal roof for more storage space, post-frame construction provides a durable and adaptable solution.

Spring is often the season everyone has in mind for construction projects. But what if you don’t want to wait? At FBi Buildings, we believe that you don’t have to wait for spring to get started on your project—and, thanks to our skilled crews and unmatched scheduling power, you can lock in a spot before the season rush. With recent tariffs on building materials affecting costs, now might be the perfect time to plan ahead and save money.

If you've ever dreamed of strumming a guitar to the sound of crickets while the Smoky Mountains loom in the distance, Tennessee is where your dream pole barn can turn into a reality.

Whether you want a new metal roof for your stick-built home or are interested in building a pole barn, there are several roofing material options. Metal Shingle Wood Shake Metal roofs are a popular choice for post-frame homes, stick-frame construction homes, and agricultural pole buildings. There are two styles of metal roofs. In this blog, we will explore what a standing seam roof is and how it compares to a standard metal roof.