The FBi Blog

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

Posts | Structural Integrity | Warranty | Repairs & Renovations

By: Angie Dobson
October 17th, 2018

Generally, big purchases come with a warranty. You buy a new vehicle. You upgrade the appliances in your kitchen. You watch the big game on that shiny 65” TV in your man cave. All three purchases include warranty coverage. Pole barns are no exception.

Building Maintenance | Posts | Building Features | Structural Integrity | Repairs & Renovations

By: Angie Dobson
August 14th, 2017

Routine maintenance is a crucial part of extending any product’s useful life. We change the oil in our vehicle and rotate the tires. We install software updates on our electronics. We hire professional landscapers to prune the shrubs and weed the landscaping around our stick-built home. While no post-frame building lasts forever (just like the examples listed above), you can prolong its lifecycle with regular pole barn maintenance.

Building Maintenance | Posts | Videos | Building Tips | Repairs & Renovations

By: Angie Dobson
May 2nd, 2017

As you pull into the driveway, you can’t help but marvel at your 66’ x 120’ x 16’ farm shop. The overhead and sliding doors make it a breeze to move equipment around. The heated workshop is convenient when servicing heavy machinery during the slow winter months.

Posts | Repairs & Renovations | Pole Barn Insurance

By: Angie Dobson
May 2nd, 2017

"Some things in life are unplanned." As cliché as that quote sounds, it couldn't be more accurate.