The FBi Blog
Information that gives you insight into post-frame construction and in making your building project a success.
Building Tips | Building Features | Cost | Building Design
By:
Angie Dobson
December 14th, 2020
You work hard for your money, so you want to ensure those dollars are properly spent. If there is a way to cut costs and get the post frame building you’ve always wanted, who wouldn’t want to take advantage of that? One of the many benefits of building a pole barn is the flexibility for every budget and every need.
Building Tips | Residential Buildings | Structural Integrity | Comparisons | Energy Efficiency | Repairs & Renovations | Building Design
By:
Cori Lane
December 7th, 2020
Your house needs a new roof, and like other building materials, the options can be abundant. Asphalt shingles. Clay. Concrete. Metal. Slate. Wood Shakes. While it’s nice to know that multiple roofing materials are available, it can be overwhelming (and time-consuming) to research the pros and cons of each one.
Posts | Building Tips | Post Frame Homes | Residential Buildings
By:
Courtney Moore
October 19th, 2020
You’ve been talking about building a pole barn home for quite some time, and you’re ready to pull the trigger. You’ve spent countless hours reading design magazines, scouring Pinterest for the latest trends, and viewing online galleries of finished building projects. With so many options readily available, how can you possibly narrow them down to fit your style?
Posts | Building Tips | Building Features | Building Design
By:
Courtney Moore
August 31st, 2020
Buyer’s remorse – we’ve all been there. We bought something we didn’t need (e.g., a motorcycle that collects dust in the garage). And, we didn’t buy something we should’ve (e.g., a house with plenty of storage room). In the moment of our buying or non-buying decision-making process, it’s hard to predict how our choices will impact our future. We don’t want to purchase something that won’t serve its purpose, but we don’t want to miss out on something useful.
Posts | Building Tips | Permitting | Site Preparation | Financing
By:
Angie Dobson
August 28th, 2020
It’s hard to believe that 2022 is already here, and if I had to guess many of us are very glad to see 2021 behind us. To say that 2021 has been an interesting year would be an understatement. COVID-19 has left several ripples throughout the country, which has caused a “new normal” for businesses, schools, churches, restaurants, etc.
Posts | Building Tips | Comparisons | Pole Barn Builders
By:
Cori Lane
August 17th, 2020
Our next builder comparison features Arnold Lumber. This construction center sells agricultural and residential building kits in the Midwest. They’re not to be confused with a Rhode Island LBM dealer of the same name. In this blog, we present the facts and strengths of each pole barn builder. Our goal is to provide you with a better understanding of how FBi Buildings compares to Arnold Lumber before making a buying decision.