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As a hunter, you know the feeling. When the trees start to change colors, the leaves fall, and the morning air turns cold and crisp — your favorite time of year has arrived. The anticipation of sitting quietly, watching, waiting for that perfect moment to pull the trigger is what draws you back to the woods season after season. Whether you rent a spot from a local farmer or hunt on family land, the tradition of hunting is sacred — a time to reset, reconnect, and respect the outdoors. From bow to shotgun to rifle season, conditions can shift fast. That's why having a blind that not only blends into the landscape but also keeps you comfortable and protected is key to staying out longer and hunting smarter.

Whether you are building your dream barndominium or a hobby shop for your classic car collection, most consumers will get multiple quotes for their post-frame construction project. If one builder is $75,000 and another is $100,000 for what looks like the same pole building, the cheaper choice seems obvious, until it isn’t. In this article, we will explain the differences to look for when comparing quotes, as well as dive into three hidden costs often found in pole barn quotes.

When building or renovating a pole barn, every component plays a crucial role in its functionality and longevity. The ridge cap is a vital, yet often overlooked, part of your post-frame building. This feature sits along the peak of the metal roof. It prevents water from entering and supports pole barn ventilation.

Most people agree that adding a large wrap-around porch provides a space to relax in your rocking chair and adds curb appeal to your pole barn. While designing your post-frame project, you might have seen some projects listed as having a lean-to when you thought it was just a side porch. This blog will discuss the differences between a porch and a lean-to, the design options each provides, and the cost of adding one to your project.

Whether you want a new metal roof for your stick-built home or are interested in building a pole barn, there are several roofing material options. Metal Shingle Wood Shake Metal roofs are a popular choice for post-frame homes, stick-frame construction homes, and agricultural pole buildings. There are two styles of metal roofs. In this blog, we will explore what a standing seam roof is and how it compares to a standard metal roof.

If you are looking for a pole barn builder in the Midwest, you might have encountered FBi Buildings or Walter Buildings. Ironically, both family-owned companies started building pole buildings for farmers in 1958. Today, both companies build post-frame buildings for residential, commercial, equine, and agricultural uses in Indiana, Illinois, Iowa, Michigan, and Ohio.