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By: Nettie Grubb
May 30th, 2023

When designing the finishing touches for the outside of your pole barn, you probably considered adding a porch, whether a wrap-around, lean-to, or standard entry porch. But have you ever heard of a mansard? It is often referred to as a mansard roof, eyebrow, overhang, or awning.

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By: Nettie Grubb
May 1st, 2023

If you want to build a pole barn to store farm equipment, a pole barn house, or even a hobby shop, you're probably wondering what it'll cost. The fact is it depends.

Building Construction | Farm Buildings | Structural Integrity | Cost

By: Julie Kimpel
February 13th, 2023

You’ve probably seen the viral videos featuring our QLYFT building system. QLYFT is very different from how you’ve seen post-frame buildings done in the past, so naturally, you will have some questions. Well, we’re excited and happy to answer all your questions!

Building Construction | Posts | Videos | Structural Integrity | Repairs & Renovations | Building Design

By: Cori Lane
January 30th, 2023

As a post-frame builder, we're frequently asked by potential customers, "Can you lift an existing pole barn?" Typically, these customers are farmers who want to raise their post-frame building height to store larger farm equipment. For example, the evolution of a combine has grown since our parents and grandparents started farming.

Building Construction | Structural Integrity | Warranty | Building Design | Open-Sided Buildings

By: Julie Kimpel
December 5th, 2022

When you’re ready to start your pole barn journey, of course, one of the first questions you’ll ask is, “How much does a pole barn cost?”

Building Features | Structural Integrity | Building Design

By: Julie Kimpel
November 7th, 2022

The beauty of post-frame buildings is that they are diverse and can be purpose-built for many different needs.