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Have you ever considered buying a new car? Similar to vehicles, pole buildings come in multiple sizes and have building features that can be added. But, due to the customization of pole barns coupled with the variations in building sites, all barns have different project costs.

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.

A pole barn can provide extra storage space, a workshop area, or even a residential space if you so desire. You are probably inspired to build after looking at our post-frame building gallery, from barndominiums to commercial pole barns. But does your site have the necessary utilities to get started? It is important to research and make a plan to help eliminate future change orders. Your lot may need septic, gas, HVAC, electric, and plumbing. A great thing about pole barns is that they are energy efficient. The utilities for pole buildings are subcontracted out for most post-frame builders but are essential for most pole buildings unless you are just storing equipment with no lights. This blog will cover how to plan for utilities and things to consider. This includes running electrical wiring, installing plumbing, setting up heating and cooling, incorporating internet communication, and safety measures.

Most Americans agree that adding a garage for extra storage is a good choice. Garages offer a place to store classic cars, Christmas decorations, lawn equipment, or even your daily driver. You might consider hiring a local contractor to build a stick-built garage or a trusted post-frame company to build a pole barn garage. As in many things in life, we want to know how much it will cost. This blog will explain the following: What Are the Popular Sizes For 2-Car Pole Barn Garages? How Much Does a Pole Barn Garage Cost? What Additional Costs Are Associated to Building a Pole Barn Garage? How to Finish Your Pole Barn Garage

When considering building repairs and renovations, wainscoting is certainly an option worth exploring. And what’s not to love about wainscoting? This charming building feature is aesthetically pleasing, easy to repair, and relatively inexpensive.

A barndominium is a type of residential structure that combines elements of a pole barn with those of a condominium or traditional home. It's a metal building that has been repurposed or designed to serve as a living space. Barndominiums typically feature large, open floor plans with high ceilings. They often incorporate living quarters, workspaces, and storage areas within the same structure. Due to the clear-span trusses, they don't require load-bearing walls. They are known for their rustic charm, affordability, and versatility, appealing to individuals seeking a unique living space that blends modern amenities with a rural aesthetic. Renovating a barn into living space or building a pole barn home has been on the rise over the past twenty years. The cost per square foot is determined by multiple factors.