The FBi Blog
Information that gives you insight into post-frame construction and in making your building project a success.
Farm Buildings | Building Features | Comparisons | Building Design
By:
Addy Cain
July 10th, 2023
Have you ever thought about what you'd do if you ran out of space? Most people would eliminate a few items or send things over to the donate pile. Though, it might be different when running a farm operation.
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.
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 1st, 2023
If you want to build a pole barn to store farm equipment, a pole barn house, or even a hobby shop, you're probably wondering what it'll cost. The fact is it depends.