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By: Nettie Grubb
December 2nd, 2024

Barndominiums combine the charm of traditional pole barns with the comfort of modern living spaces. But how long does it take to build one? This blog will explore the typical timeline for building a barndominium, including factors that can affect the construction process. We'll break down the key stages of building a barndominium and highlight factors that influence the duration of each phase.

Building Construction | Building Tips | Post Frame Homes | Cost

By: Nettie Grubb
November 4th, 2024

The modern American dream is to buy an acre or more of land and build a new home, whether a traditional stick-built home or a barndominium. Post-frame construction for residential use has continued to rise. Many customers prefer a barndominium floor plan due to its open concept and versatile design. In addition, many customers want a shop to do woodworking, tinker on cars, and store equipment.

Posts | Company | Post Frame Homes | Residential Buildings | Pole Barn Builders

By: Nettie Grubb
October 7th, 2024

Are you looking for a home that not only offers low-maintenance but also contributes to a sustainable future? If so, a pole barn home might be your ideal solution. With their rustic appeal and versatile design, these structures are gaining popularity across Missouri. But who exactly builds these energy-efficient barndominiums in the Show-Me State?

Building Construction | Building Tips | Post Frame Homes | Building Design

By: Nettie Grubb
September 9th, 2024

Barndominiums are traditionally two-story rectangles with either a steel or wood frame. People also call these modern homes shouses (shop houses), shomes, or pole barn homes. Barndominiums offer open-concept floor plans from their clear-span trusses. What once was just a building in which to store equipment has revolutionized the post-frame industry. Often, they are thought to be a lower-cost living solution. However, the interior finishes, design choices, overall square footage, and depending on how much you DIY can make your project more than traditional stick-built homes. If you are looking for a low-maintenance, customizable, energy-efficient home, a barndominium might be for you! In this blog, we will discuss what factors to consider when selecting a floor plan, what companies offer barndominium floor plans, and tips for purchasing one.

Posts | Farm Buildings | Post Frame Homes | Riding Arenas | Building Features | Cost | Pole Barn Builders | Building Design | Commercial

By: Nettie Grubb
August 26th, 2024

Have you ever considered buying a new car? Similar to vehicles, pole buildings come in multiple sizes and have building features that can be added. But, due to the customization of pole barns coupled with the variations in building sites, all barns have different project costs.

Building Construction | Building Tips | Post Frame Homes

By: Nettie Grubb
August 6th, 2024

It is easy to get swooned into the beauty of barndominiums. You might daydream of rocking in a chair on a wrap-around porch with cedar columns, looking out at your land, and watching the sunset. While we can all dream of the cool features on the exterior and interior of a pole barn home, the reality is there are four keys to building safe living quarters that all barndominiums should include. When building any shelter, determining how you will control the temperature and moisture is essential to creating a warm and safe environment. In this blog, we will dive into the four must-haves all post-frame homes should include.