The FBi Blog
Information that gives you insight into post-frame construction and in making your building project a success.
Building Construction | Building Tips | Post Frame Homes | Cost | Energy Efficiency
By:
Nettie Grubb
July 28th, 2025
When driving past a metal building home, you may think it is hot, hard to cool, or would be more expensive to regulate the temperature. This common misconception is false. One of our past customers who built a barndominium with three HVAC units claimed that it was only $20 more to control the barndominium compared to his other home. In this blog, we will break down the seven ways to design a barndominium for maximum energy savings from building materials to construction methods. There are seven different ways you can build your barndominium for long-term energy savings.
Building Construction | Building Tips | Post Frame Homes | Cost | Energy Efficiency
By:
Nettie Grubb
June 30th, 2025
The barndominium lifestyle is a growing trend due to its modern design and low maintenance. Whether you are considering a barndominium, shouse, or a pole barn home, energy efficiency is a top benefit of post-frame construction. You may be wondering how post-frame buildings are energy efficient Is having an open floor plan less efficient? If you build a barndominium, what are the advantages of a post-frame home? In this blog, we will outline what makes a barndominium energy efficient compared to a traditionally built home.
Posts | Videos | Post Video | Building Tips | Energy Efficiency | Repairs & Renovations | Insulation
By:
Cori Lane
March 18th, 2024
Do you want to upgrade your post-frame building? One of the most impactful pole barn renovations you can make is improving energy efficiency. Adding batt insulation is a practical and cost-effective way to boost comfort and lower energy bills.
Building Construction | Cost | Energy Efficiency | Warranty | Permitting | Pole Barn Builders
By:
Julie Kimpel
August 1st, 2022
We get it. Words like “inflation" and “recession” have you nervous. You start asking questions like:
Building Construction | Building Tips | Farm Buildings | Energy Efficiency
By:
Julie Kimpel
May 16th, 2022
Did you know that a pole barn is extremely energy efficient? From keeping your building cool in the summer months to a comfortable temperature in the winter months, a post-frame building can keep you comfortable year-round. Thankfully there are several ways to keep your pole barn cool, ranging from insulation to windows, doors, and more.
Posts | Building Features | Structural Integrity | Energy Efficiency | Building Design
By:
Cori Lane
February 28th, 2022
Whether your goal is to save money or make a positive impact on the environment, building an energy-efficient pole barn can be a smart investment.