The FBi Blog
Information that gives you insight into post-frame construction and in making your building project a success.
Posts | Building Tips | Comparisons | Pole Barn Builders
By:
Nettie Grubb
September 30th, 2024
If you are looking for a pole barn builder in the Midwest, you might have encountered FBi Buildings or Walter Buildings. Ironically, both family-owned companies started building pole buildings for farmers in 1958. Today, both companies build post-frame buildings for residential, commercial, equine, and agricultural uses in Indiana, Illinois, Wisconsin, Michigan, Kentucky, and Ohio.
Building Construction | Posts | Videos | Post Video | Building Tips | Pole Barn Builders | Repairs & Renovations
By:
Addy Cain
September 23rd, 2024
When it’s time to repair or renovate your post-frame building, choosing a skilled builder is key to the success of your construction project. From minor fixes to complete remodels, the right professional will ensure quality workmanship, timely completion, and adherence to your budget, giving you peace of mind and a structure that stands the test of time. To help you navigate this important decision-making process, we’ve curated a list of the top five post-frame builders for pole barn repairs and renovations in Missouri.
Building Construction | Posts | Videos | Post Video | Building Tips | Pole Barn Builders | Repairs & Renovations
By:
Cori Lane
September 16th, 2024
When maintaining your pole barn, finding the right post-frame builder is crucial. Whether you’re looking to update the pole barn interior or increase its height, post-frame construction offers versatility and durability that stand the test of time. To help you navigate this important decision-making process, we generated a list of the top five post-frame builders for pole barn repairs and renovations in Kentucky. Each of these construction companies brings expertise, quality craftsmanship, and commitment to restoring your pole barn in the Bluegrass State.
Building Construction | Building Tips | Post Frame Homes | Building Design
By:
Nettie Grubb
September 9th, 2024
Barndominiums are traditionally two-story rectangles with either a steel or wood frame. People also call these modern homes shouses (shop houses), shomes, or pole barn homes. Barndominiums offer open-concept floor plans from their clear-span trusses. What once was just a building in which to store equipment has revolutionized the post-frame industry. Often, they are thought to be a lower-cost living solution. However, the interior finishes, design choices, overall square footage, and depending on how much you DIY can make your project more than traditional stick-built homes. If you are looking for a low-maintenance, customizable, energy-efficient home, a barndominium might be for you! In this blog, we will discuss what factors to consider when selecting a floor plan, what companies offer barndominium floor plans, and tips for purchasing one.
Posts | Videos | Post Video | Building Tips | Pole Barn Builders | Repairs & Renovations
By:
Addy Cain
September 3rd, 2024
Whether your pole barn requires a few repairs or a full-scale renovation, selecting an experienced post-frame builder is essential to ensure the durability and success of your project.
Posts | Farm Buildings | Post Frame Homes | Riding Arenas | Building Features | Cost | Pole Barn Builders | Building Design | Commercial
By:
Nettie Grubb
August 26th, 2024
Have you ever considered buying a new car? Similar to vehicles, pole buildings come in multiple sizes and have building features that can be added. But, due to the customization of pole barns coupled with the variations in building sites, all barns have different project costs.