The FBi Blog

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

Posts | Building Tips | Site Preparation

By: Angie Dobson
May 2nd, 2018

Building a new pole barn can be complicated and time-consuming, especially if you’re not making a conscious effort to make headway. Your job doesn’t stop at the building design. In fact, it’s only getting started...

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By: Angie Dobson
April 26th, 2018

Who doesn’t love a good surprise? A surprise birthday party, surprise tickets to a game, you name it. But do you want to know a surprise that nobody wants? Finding out that there has been an accident on their job site–because that means more time and more money.

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By: Angie Dobson
April 18th, 2018

Disaster strikes your building and you don't know where to turn....unfortunately, that is something that we have to worry about with living in the midwest. The weather is unpredictable. Turn of events are unpredictable. And, if you don't get your building repaired correctly...the longevity of your building can be unpredictable. We've put together a list of 7 tips to help you find the right builder to repair your post frame building.

Posts | Commercial Buildings | Cost

By: Angie Dobson
April 12th, 2018

It’s not uncommon for some commercial post frame building owners to focus most of their time and attention on the planning, design and construction process of their commercial building project. Looking beyond that may seem unimportant at this point.

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By: Angie Dobson
April 10th, 2018

In our previous blog about making sure your site is right, we touched on making sure the land is right for your building and proper drainage. Tip #4 and #5 cover project management and planning ahead.

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By: Angie Dobson
April 5th, 2018

In our previous blog about adding value to your commercial post frame building, we touched on building location and determining financing. Tip #3 is to make sure the land is right for your building.