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

Building Construction | Building Features | Comparisons | Cost

By: Nettie Grubb
December 12th, 2022

Is a pole barn on your Christmas list? With Christmas right around the corner, you may want to build a pole barn hobby shop to store that new boat that you have been eyeing, plus there would be room to store the Christmas tree. Maybe your daughter has asked for a pony for Christmas, and you need an equine barn to store it in. Or perhaps you want to build a new farm shop and take advantage of the tax savings that the government has going on right now. Whatever the reason you find yourself interested in building a pole barn, the frequently asked question is, “How much does a pole barn cost?”

Building Construction | Structural Integrity | Warranty | Building Design | Open-Sided Buildings

By: Julie Kimpel
December 5th, 2022

When you’re ready to start your pole barn journey, of course, one of the first questions you’ll ask is, “How much does a pole barn cost?”

Building Construction | Farm Buildings | Building Features | Pole Barn Builders

By: Nettie Grubb
November 14th, 2022

As you take a Sunday drive in the country, you may wonder why farms have so many pole barns on their property or if each barn serves a designated purpose. Maybe some pole barns house tractor implements, while others might be used for the maintenance of farm equipment. You may also wonder what features post-frame buildings can have and the color combinations you can have when building an agricultural pole building. In this article, we will explain the top three common agricultural pole barn building uses.

Building Construction | Building Tips | Structural Integrity | Cost | Building Design

By: Julie Kimpel
September 12th, 2022

The phrase “cost-effective” could mean something different to many people. Some people may be looking to spend the least amount of money possible. But, at the same time, others are looking to get the best bang for their buck.

Building Construction | Posts | Building Features | Structural Integrity

By: Angie Dobson
September 6th, 2022

The most common exterior siding in post-frame construction is pre-painted, corrugated steel panels. These panels help form the walls and roof of the typical post-frame building and ultimately make up a large portion of the exterior. Customers also have the option to include an interior steel liner package that can be installed on either the walls or ceiling of their pole barn. This is easily the most popular finishing option that our customers choose. The steel liner package helps enhance the appearance of your pole barn, giving the interior a more finished look.

Building Construction | Project Prep | Building Tips | Site Preparation | Building Design

By: Julie Kimpel
August 29th, 2022

Concrete is one of the most expensive elements of the pole barn construction process. Not to mention it’s complicated and costly to remove if it’s not done right. Therefore, it’s worth taking the time to understand the basics of concrete, so the result is a slab that delivers what you need.