The FBi Blog
Information that gives you insight into post-frame construction and in making your building project a success.
Posts | Videos | Farm Buildings | Residential Buildings | Horse Barns | Comparisons | Commercial Buildings
By:
Angie Dobson
May 20th, 2019
Pole barn - a term that we have been familiar with since 1958. A term that we commonly use interchangeably with post frame building. A term that will always be used by our customers.
Posts | Videos | Post Video | Building Tips | Building Design
By:
Cori Lane
May 13th, 2019
Building a pole barn is a big decision. Arguably, a bigger decision is how to design your pole barn. Lately, your spare time has consisted of scrolling through online galleries for inspiration. You didn’t realize how well some paint colors pair up, making it harder to narrow down your options.
Posts | Building Tips | Commercial Buildings
By:
Angie Dobson
May 6th, 2019
When people think of a post-frame building or pole barn, they envision farm shops, machine sheds, or even suburban garages. The common misconception about post-frame construction is that it’s primarily used for agricultural buildings. However, what you might not realize is that post-frame structures are also an ideal construction method for commercial buildings.
Posts | Farm Buildings | Commercial Buildings | Open-Sided Buildings
By:
Cori Lane
April 29th, 2019
Are you a hardworking farmer interested in extra storage space for large implements? Are you a commercial business owner looking to protect your products or services from the elements?
By:
Angie Dobson
April 22nd, 2019
Often, we have customers who call our office wanting a pole barn...and they want it now. In some cases, we can handle the job in a matter of days. Meanwhile, other post frame projects take a little bit longer to build...especially commercial buildings. Why? Because there are multiple steps that one must complete before construction can begin.
Posts | Building Tips | Energy Efficiency
By:
Cori Lane
April 15th, 2019
Spring has sprung! The remaining evidence of last winter’s snowfall is melting away. Seeds are starting to take root. The surrounding scenery is coming to life with new sprouts and blossoms. Warmer temperatures are here to stay. Post frame projects are in full swing. It’s our favorite time of the year.