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By: Nettie Grubb
November 18th, 2024

Post-frame construction has gained popularity in the commercial business industry. Thousands of customers have turned to FBi Buildings to reimage a traditional metal rectangle into a sophisticated retail front. With a wide array of projects from farm implement stores, landscape companies, office-warehouse buildings, Harley Davidson dealerships, strip malls, and even a pool company, post-frame offers versatility and quick construction, making it a top choice for many business owners. In this blog, we will break down: The top five factors that influence post-frame cost The average cost range for post-frame construction The benefits of using post-frame for your commercial business

Project Prep | Building Tips | Residential Buildings | Horse Barns | Commercial Buildings | Site Preparation

By: Nettie Grubb
July 15th, 2024

Post-frame construction is no longer just for agricultural barns. From large commercial car dealerships and strip malls to residential garages and barndominiums, post-frame offers versatile storage and shelter solutions. With clear span trusses that allow open-concept layouts without load-bearing walls, pole barn construction has gained popularity. They boast energy-efficient benefits and are fast to construct. A pole building is a large financial investment, which is why it is important to select a post-frame company with which you are confident. Each company has pros and cons, so it is essential to understand what support you will have in each stage of the construction process. Each company's project management capabilities can vary. This blog will discuss what FBi Buildings offers for comprehensive project management.

Project Prep | Building Tips | Residential Buildings | Horse Barns | Commercial Buildings | Cost | Site Preparation

By: Nettie Grubb
July 1st, 2024

A pole barn can provide extra storage space, a workshop area, or even a residential space if you so desire. You are probably inspired to build after looking at our post-frame building gallery, from barndominiums to commercial pole barns. But does your site have the necessary utilities to get started? It is important to research and make a plan to help eliminate future change orders. Your lot may need septic, gas, HVAC, electric, and plumbing. A great thing about pole barns is that they are energy efficient. The utilities for pole buildings are subcontracted out for most post-frame builders but are essential for most pole buildings unless you are just storing equipment with no lights. This blog will cover how to plan for utilities and things to consider. This includes running electrical wiring, installing plumbing, setting up heating and cooling, incorporating internet communication, and safety measures.

Posts | Building Features | Commercial Buildings

By: Nettie Grubb
May 20th, 2024

As the temperature rises, the sound of a loud throttle can be heard outside. With motorcycle season approaching, you may need to stop by a nearby Harley Davidson store for an oil change. Alternatively, you might pass by a Harley dealership while on a Sunday ride in a different city.

Posts | Building Features | Commercial Buildings

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?

Building Construction | Project Prep | Building Tips | Farm Buildings | Post Frame Homes | Residential Buildings | Building Features | Structural Integrity | Comparisons | Commercial Buildings | Cost | Pole Barn Builders | Building Design

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.