The FBi Blog

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

Building Construction | Horse Barns | Riding Arenas | Building Features

By: Nettie Grubb
June 26th, 2023

Whether you own a couple of horses as a hobby or dozens for business, designing a horse barn to meet your needs is vital. When it comes time for you to build an equine barn, there are ten features you can add to your pole barn to get the facility you need. Top 10 Horse Barn Features: Condensation barrier Wash bay Stalls Sliding barn doors Natural Light from Skylights & Eavelites Cupolas Dutch Doors Tack Room Hay storage Porches With a wide range of features, horse barns can vary widely in price. So how much do you want to spend, how big of a facility do you need, and what features do you want to include? This blog outlines the prices you can roughly expect regarding the price of a horse barn. Please note that these prices are subject to change and are based on pricing in June of 2023.

Posts | Videos | Structural Integrity | Cost | Repairs & Renovations

By: Cori Lane
June 22nd, 2023

"To build a new pole barn or to renovate your existing post-frame building, that is the question." Or at least that's the post-frame construction version of William Shakespeare's famous play titled "Hamlet."

Building Tips | Commercial Buildings | Building Design

By: Addy Cain
June 12th, 2023

Have you ever thought about the purpose or process behind building a mini storage facility? We've seen them before, but what does it take to build one from the ground up? In this article, we'll cover the top five tips for building a mini warehouse. If you think the planning process is too detailed, don't worry. It can be worthwhile and fun to see your vision come to life.

Posts | Videos | Building Tips | Repairs & Renovations | Building Design

By: Cori Lane
June 5th, 2023

The beauty of post-frame construction is its flexible design to meet your building needs long after your pole barn is completed. In fact, it's not uncommon to renovate an existing post-frame building for a new purpose.

Building Construction | Project Prep | Building Tips | Farm Buildings | Post Frame Homes | Residential Buildings | Building Features | Structural Integrity | Comparisons | Commercial Buildings | Cost | Pole Barn Builders | Building Design

By: Nettie Grubb
May 30th, 2023

When designing the finishing touches for the outside of your pole barn, you probably considered adding a porch, whether a wrap-around, lean-to, or standard entry porch. But have you ever heard of a mansard? It is often referred to as a mansard roof, eyebrow, overhang, or awning.

Posts | Post Frame Homes | Residential Buildings | Building Features | Building Design

By: Addy Cain
May 15th, 2023

Residential pole barns can be used for anything, including permanent residences, workshop spaces, garages, and hobby shops. Whether you’ve seen a project online or you’re simply following your creative inspiration, we’ll help you learn more about your options.