The FBi Blog

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

Posts | Residential Buildings | Building Design

By: Angie Dobson
July 29th, 2019

Do you have an existing storage shed or even a two-car garage that is overflowing with bikes, Christmas decorations, fishing poles, or even extra boxes and totes that you don’t know where to store? Or are you looking for more storage space for that recently purchased (and still shiny) ATV? If so, it may be time for you to consider building a new pole barn garage.

Building Construction | Posts | Building Features | Structural Integrity

By: Angie Dobson
July 22nd, 2019

Are you the type of person who likes to take weekly drives through the countryside? It’s okay to admit it. We don’t mind taking the scenic route from time to time. If so, you probably tend to pay attention to the surrounding neighborhood activity. It’s not uncommon for your eagle eyes to notice someone building a new house or post frame building. As you made the journey back home, one construction site caught your eye — a wide pole barn with 100’ clear-span trusses. You’ve never seen anything like it before.

Posts | Videos | Building Tips | Building Design

By: Angie Dobson
July 15th, 2019

Modern post-frame construction is touted for its design flexibility. This construction method offers a wide selection of building materials.

Posts | Building Tips | Horse Barns | Riding Arenas

By: Cori Lane
July 8th, 2019

As an owner, you’ve considered building a top-notch pole barn for your horses. These animals are your favorite pastime (or livelihood), so why not invest in a new structure? You already have the land set aside. You’ve been consciously saving your money. So, there’s half the battle. Now that you’ve pulled the trigger, you’re tasked with designing a floor plan for your equine facility.

Posts | Building Tips | Building Design

By: Angie Dobson
July 1st, 2019

Arguably one of the most difficult decisions of building a pole barn is trying to decide your buildings floor plan. Sure, picking out building colors and deciding what interior and exterior features you may need (or essentially want) is also challenging. It’s also not uncommon for customers to second guess themselves on what size of post frame building they need. The last thing that you would ever want to happen is to run out of storage space. But, if that is a problem you are currently facing (or budget restrictions won’t allow you to get the size you want), we do design and build pole barn additions.

Posts | Residential Buildings | Building Design

By: Cori Lane
June 24th, 2019

Rejoice, it’s officially summer! Warm weather is finally here. School is out. It’s the perfect time to take your kids or grandkids on a camping trip in your RV.