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Residential Buildings | Cost | Pole Barn Kit

By: Angie Dobson
January 12th, 2026

If you’re considering a 30 x 40 pole barn, you’re not alone — this size is one of the most popular choices for homeowners, man cave garages, and hobbyists alike. It’s large enough for a three-car garage, small workshop, or storage space, yet compact enough to fit comfortably on most properties.

Residential Buildings | Cost | Pole Barn Kit

By: Nettie Grubb
December 15th, 2025

If you need more space than a two-car garage but don’t want to lose too much of your backyard, a 24′ x 32′ pole barn offers the perfect balance of size, versatility, and value. It’s large enough for hobbies, storage, or a small workshop—yet compact enough to fit comfortably on most properties.

Building Construction | Project Prep | Posts | Building Tips | Post Frame Homes | Residential Buildings | Comparisons | Permitting | Pole Barn Builders | Site Preparation | Financing | Building Design

By: Nettie Grubb
October 20th, 2025

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.

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 24th, 2025

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.

Building Construction | Building Tips | Residential Buildings | Building Features | Comparisons

By: Nettie Grubb
January 13th, 2025

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.

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?