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By: Nettie Grubb
October 16th, 2023

Whether you want to find a restaurant near you or a local handyman, we all turn to Google for answers. You have landed in the right place if you want to build an agricultural building, a post-frame home, or a hobby barn. Regarding this purchase, it is not the $50 you would spend at a local Mexican restaurant or a couple hundred dollar handyman bill. A pole barn could be a $30,000-$300,000 investment. And with that, you need to understand what post-frame builders are in your area, what they will offer you, and what all your pole barn quote will entail. When it comes to pole barn builders, they are not always an apples-to-apples comparison. You need to consider eight factors when it comes to post-frame builders. In this blog, we will list the top builders in Kentucky and how they compare.

Building Features | Comparisons | Building Design | Product Review

By: Addy Cain
September 5th, 2023

If you’re looking to add a touch of elegance or visual appeal to your new pole barn, wainscoting can be a great way to customize your post-frame building. With different material options, certain key factors can influence your decision-making. If we’re thinking about aesthetics, metal elements lean more toward modern design and architecture, and natural stone elements push for a timeless and polished look. This article will discuss the different options for stone and metal wainscoting.

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By: Nettie Grubb
August 28th, 2023

Did you know the Buckeye State is home to aviation? There’s a good chance you might be considering building a pole barn with room to store your airplane. Perhaps you want to build a pole-building man cave with a room to watch NFL games. Or, like many Americans interested in building a barndominium, you are curious what the average cost to build a pole barn home would be. This article will outline the starting cost of pole barns in August 2023 and explain the hidden costs competitors don't discuss.

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.

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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.

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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.