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

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By: Addy Cain
September 3rd, 2024

Whether your pole barn requires a few repairs or a full-scale renovation, selecting an experienced post-frame builder is essential to ensure the durability and success of your project.

Building Construction | Posts | Videos | Post Video | Building Tips | Pole Barn Builders | Repairs & Renovations

By: Cori Lane
August 19th, 2024

Are you ready to embark on your pole barn repair and renovation journey but don’t know where to start? There is no need to worry—we have the tools to help you build a solid foundation—pun intended. This article lists the top five post-frame builders for pole barn repairs and renovations in Iowa.

Building Construction | Building Tips | Post Frame Homes

By: Nettie Grubb
August 6th, 2024

It is easy to get swooned into the beauty of barndominiums. You might daydream of rocking in a chair on a wrap-around porch with cedar columns, looking out at your land, and watching the sunset. While we can all dream of the cool features on the exterior and interior of a pole barn home, the reality is there are four keys to building safe living quarters that all barndominiums should include. When building any shelter, determining how you will control the temperature and moisture is essential to creating a warm and safe environment. In this blog, we will dive into the four must-haves all post-frame homes should include.

Building Construction | Videos | Building Tips | Pole Barn Builders | Repairs & Renovations

By: Addy Cain
August 5th, 2024

Whether your pole barn needs minor repairs or complete renovations, choosing a skilled post-frame builder is crucial for the success of your construction project.

Building Construction | Building Tips | Post Frame Homes | Cost

By: Nettie Grubb
July 29th, 2024

Whether this is your first time buying a home or you are a seasoned home buyer, getting financing for a barndominium is getting easier, but there are still some hurdles to overcome. Building your dream home can be expensive. Barndominiums can cost anywhere from $150-400+ a square foot. They are not always a cheaper residential option; however, if you do some of the work yourself, it is a cost-effective solution to save thousands of dollars. In this blog, we will outline what challenges you might face getting financing for a barndominium vs. stick-built home, what documents you need to provide, and a list of lenders we recommend.

Building Construction | Posts | Videos | Post Video | Building Tips | Pole Barn Builders | Repairs & Renovations

By: Cori Lane
July 22nd, 2024

Whether your pole barn needs minor repairs or complete renovations, choosing a skilled post-frame builder is crucial for the success of your construction project. To help you make this important decision, we've compiled a list of the top five post-frame builders for pole barn repairs and renovations in Michigan.