The FBi Blog

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

Posts | Post Video | Comparisons | Building Design | Product Review

By: Cori Lane
February 8th, 2021

When selecting a post frame builder, consumers are first concerned with service area and cost. We hear it all the time from our customers via email, phone, and social media. “Do you build in this county and state?” or “How much does a __’ x __’ pole barn cost?”

Posts | Post Frame Homes | Residential Buildings | Pole Barn Builders

By: Courtney Moore
February 1st, 2021

You’ve been talking about building your forever barndominium for quite some time, and now is the moment to make that dream become a reality.

Posts | Videos | Building Tips | Comparisons | Pole Barn Builders

By: Cori Lane
January 18th, 2021

Our next post frame builder comparison features Eastern Iowa Building (EIB). They construct agricultural, commercial, residential, and equestrian buildings with a commitment to exceeding customers’ expectations before, during, and after the sale.

Building Construction | Posts | Site Preparation | Building Design

By: Cori Lane
January 15th, 2021

Every post-frame building must sit upon a solid foundation. This firm basis, along with properly installed footings, supports the entire pole barn and its design loads. A weak foundation can put the structural integrity of your post-frame building at risk.

Posts | Building Features | Building Design

By: Cori Lane
December 28th, 2020

A new year brings new projects to improve your property, and building a pole barn is at the top of that to-do list. As you design your post frame building, you’ll have the option to customize the roofing material, color combination, roof style, and pitch. Some choices are easy to make; meanwhile, others require a more in-depth thought process.

Building Construction | Posts | Building Features | Structural Integrity

By: Courtney Moore
December 21st, 2020

Winter weather is officially here! You know what that means...it’s time to put the snow shovels and ice scrapers to work.