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By: Nettie Grubb
April 8th, 2024

When you hear pole barn, you often think of the metal rectangles that most farm shops and cold storage barns are made of. But did you know that post-frame construction can also be used to build commercial buildings?

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By: Nettie Grubb
February 26th, 2024

Pole barn garages are a popular choice for hobby storage, and pole barn homes are still a popular choice with their clear span truss design. This is ideal if you’re looking for more of an open-concept layout. Or maybe you’re an equine enthusiast who is looking to build a new horse barn. Whichever category you fall under, there are are multiple factors that determine pole barn cost. These are the three factors that dictate the cost of building a pole barn in Missouri: Location Pole Barn Size Quality Craftmanship Missouri is known as the show-me state, and in this blog, we will explain how location, post-frame size, and quality craftsmanship can affect a pole barn’s price in Missouri.

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By: Nettie Grubb
August 28th, 2023

Did you know the Buckeye State is home to aviation? There’s a good chance you might be considering building a pole barn with room to store your airplane. Perhaps you want to build a pole-building man cave with a room to watch NFL games. Or, like many Americans interested in building a barndominium, you are curious what the average cost to build a pole barn home would be. This article will outline the starting cost of pole barns in August 2023 and explain the hidden costs competitors don't discuss.

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By: Addy Cain
June 12th, 2023

Have you ever thought about the purpose or process behind building a mini storage facility? We've seen them before, but what does it take to build one from the ground up? In this article, we'll cover the top five tips for building a mini warehouse. If you think the planning process is too detailed, don't worry. It can be worthwhile and fun to see your vision come to life.

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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.