The FBi Blog
Information that gives you insight into post-frame construction and in making your building project a success.
Posts | Post Frame Homes | Residential Buildings | Pole Barn Builders
By:
Courtney Moore
February 1st, 2021
You’ve been talking about building your forever barndominium for quite some time, and now is the moment to make that dream become a reality.
Building Tips | Cost | Energy Efficiency
By:
Angie Dobson
January 25th, 2021
As Midwesterners, we know firsthand that Mother Nature can be unpredictable. We should be used to it by now because we never know what type of winter she’ll bless us with until it’s here. I’m sure that you know people who dread the long winter months. Some of your friends and family might even find peace when it snows.
By:
Angie Dobson
January 25th, 2021
2020 was a big year for all of us. Due to your support over the last year, FBi was able to: Survive COVID-19 Break into new sales territory by expanding into Michigan and Wisconsin Launch the QLYFT building system None of this could have been possible without the dedication of our hard-working team and our loyal customers. Here's a look back at our top blogs, videos, resources, and post frame projects of 2020.
Posts | Videos | Building Tips | Comparisons | Pole Barn Builders
By:
Cori Lane
January 18th, 2021
Our next post frame builder comparison features Eastern Iowa Building (EIB). They construct agricultural, commercial, residential, and equestrian buildings with a commitment to exceeding customers’ expectations before, during, and after the sale.
Building Construction | Posts | Site Preparation | Building Design
By:
Cori Lane
January 15th, 2021
Every post-frame building must sit upon a solid foundation. This firm basis, along with properly installed footings, supports the entire pole barn and its design loads. A weak foundation can put the structural integrity of your post-frame building at risk.
Building Tips | Building Features | Building Design
By:
Angie Dobson
January 4th, 2021
When people think of a post frame building or pole barn, they might envision farm shops, machine sheds, or even horse barns. The common misconception about post frame construction is that it’s primarily used for agricultural buildings because farmers need the wide, open space to store their equipment.