Roof Truss Costs, Moisture Barriers, and Integrated Condensation Control
Posted by polebarnguru on 07/26/2023
This Wednesday the Pole Barn Guru addresses reader questions about “the most cost effective length to procure, transport and install of a Post Frame Roof Truss 4/12 Pitch; 36′, 40′ or 50′?” a suitable moisture barrier for a shed, and Integrated condensation controls. DEAR POLE BARN GURU: Typically, what is the most cost effective length […]
Read moreLime Screen Floor
Posted by polebarnguru on 07/25/2023
Long time readers know I learn brand new things every single day. Here is today’s learning experience for me. Client JASON in LAWLER wrote to Hansen Pole Buildings’ Designer Mason: “Mason the project number that I was looking at is 20-1006F the only thing is that I want a lean to on both sides and […]
Read moreTruss Notch Locations and Heel Height
Posted by polebarnguru on 07/20/2023
Truss Notch Locations and Heel Height vs. Purlin Dimensions on Overhang End Hansen Pole Buildings’ DIY clients BENJAMIN and COURTNEY in DEER LODGE write: “Hello, I’m trying to understand the difference of a quarter inch between my end wall overhang purlins and my heel heights. My interior truss has a heel of 19 3/8” and […]
Read moreAttic Space, Cost Effective Size, and Column Sizing
Posted by polebarnguru on 07/19/2023
This week the Pole barn Guru answers reader questions regarding a 6ft attic space over a 30×44 pole barn, the most “cost effective” method to build, and the point at which a post increased from a 6×6 to a 6×8. DEAR POLE BARN GURU: We want a decent-height (a bit over 6ft) attic space in […]
Read more- Categories: Professional Engineer, Lumber, Columns, Pole Barn Questions, Pole Barn Design, Building Styles and Designs, Constructing a Pole Building, Pole Building How To Guides, Post Frame Home, Trusses, Barndominium, Building Interior, floorplans
- Tags: Pole Barn Basement, Floor Trusses, Post Size, Cost Effective Design Solution, Column Size, Attic Space, Second Floor, Bonus Room
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Converting an Unfinished Wood Frame Steel Building
Posted by polebarnguru on 07/18/2023
Converting an Unfinished Wood Frame Steel Building Reader GEOFF in WILLISTON writes: “ Mike, I think I came across a response on the internet of yours to a question about installing liner panels on the bottom chord of trusses and blowing insulation over the top. If memory serves me the question included the position of […]
Read moreThinking Stick Frame Rather Than Post Frame
Posted by polebarnguru on 07/13/2023
Thinking Stick Frame Rather Than Post Frame Reader BRAD writes:“Real question…I’ve been doing lots of reading and love this site. I am building a 40x60x14 this spring. I originally thought I was going to go pole barn and now I am thinking stick frame. Reason….1. I am going to have insulated concrete foundation with in […]
Read more- Categories: Pole Barn Planning, Pole Barn Structure, Trusses, Concrete, Pole Barn Questions, Columns, Pole Building How To Guides, Pole Barn Heating
- Tags: Pole Barn Truss Spacing, Closed Cell Spray Foam, Truss Spacing, Stick Frame, Insulation, Lumber Framing, Pole Barn, Purlins, Osb Sheathing
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Average Cost in WA State, Garage with Dwelling Unit, and Combo Girts
Posted by polebarnguru on 07/12/2023
This Wednesday the Pole Barn Guru addresses reader questions about the average cost of “a 1200 sf 2 bed 1 bath 1 carport 1 small porch for a contractor in WA state?” If a person can build one structure for a garage with a dwelling unit, and if it would be beneficial to install commercial […]
Read more- Categories: Building Interior, RV Storage, Pole Barn Questions, Post Frame Home, Pole Barn Design, Barndominium, Building Styles and Designs, Constructing a Pole Building, Shouse, Pole Building How To Guides, Pole Barn Planning
- Tags: Girts, Barndominium, Post Frame House, Shouse, Post Frame Costs, Average Costs Of Post Frame
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Why Not a 2×6 Bookshelf Girt on a 4×6 Column?
Posted by polebarnguru on 07/11/2023
Why Not a 2×6 Bookshelf Girt on a 4×6 Column? Client TROY in MONROE COUNTY writes: “It was my understanding that 4×6 posts were used, so a 2×6 girt could be mounted flush on the inside of the building and extend 1.5” beyond the post at the outside of the building. Why can’t exterior and […]
Read moreLooking for Advice on Insulating My Pole Barn Walls
Posted by polebarnguru on 07/06/2023
Looking for Advice on Insulating My Pole Barn Walls MATTHEW in CENTRAL ILLINOIS writes: “Hello! I am a member of the Facebook pole barns and buildings page and see your post with advice often. I honor your opinions. I am wondering if you can help me out. I have a 30×48 pole barn in central […]
Read moreWall Height, What’s Included? and Drill Set Bracket Usage
Posted by polebarnguru on 07/05/2023
Today the Pole Barn Guru answers reader questions about customizing the wall height to best “utilize sheet goods” on interior walls, what Hansen includes in a pole barn kit, and the practicality of using a drill set bracket for columns into an existing slab. DEAR POLE BARN GURU: Once I save up the funds, I […]
Read more- Categories: Columns, Building Styles and Designs, Pole Building How To Guides, Barndominium, Pole Barn Structure, Concrete, Footings, Rebuilding Structures, Building Interior, Pole Barn Questions, Budget, Pole Barn Design
- Tags: Existing Slab, Drill Set Brackets, Pole Building Kit, Wall Height, Eave Height, Drywall Length, Post Frame Kit
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Load Duration Factor for Wood
Posted by polebarnguru on 07/04/2023
Load Duration Factor for Wood Load Duration Factor, or LDF, is based on wood’s ability to recover after a reasonable load has been applied for a given time. Wood is a stiff material but it is not completely rigid. Wood will flex under load, and once load has been removed, wood member will rebound or […]
Read moreAdding a Second Floor to an Existing Pole Barn
Posted by polebarnguru on 06/29/2023
Adding a Second Floor in an Existing Pole Barn Reader ROBERT in HOLLIS writes: “I have a 24′ x 32′ pole barn with enough roof pitch and headroom to frame out the 2nd floor. Floor joists spanning 24′ with no support columns (clear span) is too expensive and 2×14 joists would take up precious headroom […]
Read moreWide and Tall, Building on Slope, and a Condensation Issue
Posted by polebarnguru on 06/28/2023
This Wednesday the Pole Barn Guru tackles reader questions about the potential wide and tall a pole building can be designed, if a pole building can be building on a slope, and how to mitigate condensation in an existing ‘horse barn’ with an open metal roof. DEAR POLE BARN GURU: How wide and tall can […]
Read more- Categories: Insulation, Building Interior, Pole Barn Questions, Roofing Materials, Horse Riding Arena, Constructing a Pole Building, Pole Building How To Guides, Pole Barn Planning, Pole Barn Structure, Trusses, Ventilation, Building Drainage
- Tags: Pole Building Height, Sloped Site, Pole Building Width, Pole Building Truss Span, Build On Slope, Condensation, Uneven Slope Site, Horse Barn Moisture
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Alaska Pole Barn with Actual Poles
Posted by polebarnguru on 06/27/2023
Alaska Pole Barn With Actual Poles Reader DOUGLAS in FAIRBANKS writes: “Hello, I’m planning to build a 40×36 pole barn using 12 surplus power poles (3 rows of 4 poles) that are in good condition. They will be placed 6′ deep by a digger truck as a normal utility pole would be. The ground is […]
Read moreWhat Building Code Applies to Post Frame Construction?
Posted by polebarnguru on 06/22/2023
What Building Code Applies to Post Frame Construction? Being a Plans Examiner in a Building Department would have to be one amongst this planet’s toughest jobs. Besides having to listen to clients who have their own ideas about how things should be built, there are volumes upon volumes of Building Code books and referenced texts. […]
Read morePole Barn Conversion, Condensation Concerns, and Setting Trusses
Posted by polebarnguru on 06/21/2023
This week the Pole Barn Guru answers reader questions regarding converting a section of an existing building into living space, concerns about condensation in an insulated wall, and a concern about setting trusses too soon following a concrete pour. DEAR POLE BARN GURU: Hello! We have a pole barn already built, 60×80, and we’ve decided […]
Read more- Categories: Lofts, Pole Barn Homes, Trusses, Post Frame Home, Ventilation, Barndominium, Concrete, Footings, Insulation, Rebuilding Structures, Constructing a Pole Building, Building Interior, Pole Barn Planning, Professional Engineer, Columns
- Tags: Vapor Barrier, Condensation, Setting Trusses, Occupancy Classification, R-1, Pole Barn Conversion, Residential Addition, R-III, Concrete Pour, Insulation
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Through Screw Steel Roof Leaks
Posted by polebarnguru on 06/20/2023
Through Screw Steel Roof Leaks Reader DEBRA in KERSEY writes: “20 years ago my husband Jim and I bought a 40×60 pole barn and it’s been wonderful except for the leaks in the roof. After reading some of your online articles about roof leaks, I wanted to get in touch with you and see if […]
Read moreProviding Digitally Signed Structural Plans in Florida
Posted by polebarnguru on 06/15/2023
Providing Digitally Signed Structural Plans in Florida Reader JEFF in TAMPA writes: “Have an existing slab approx. 12×20 and slightly out of square on 7 acres of land. Want to erect a simple, square (approx. 13×21), hip-roofed (5/12 pitch) pole barn over the slab with two lean-to, open carports on either side (pictures of layout […]
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- Tags: Glu-laminated Columns, Gable Roof, Lean-to, Engineers, Full Hipped Roofs
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Foundation Requirements, Stem Walls, and Building on Slab
Posted by polebarnguru on 06/14/2023
This week the Pole Barn Guru answers reader questions about the type of foundation and uplift requirements there is for and RV cover and “what not,” building a home on a stem wall or with crawl space, and pluming for a building built on slab. DEAR POLE BARN GURU: For a 24 x40 x12 pole […]
Read more- Categories: Concrete, floorplans, Footings, Building Interior, Professional Engineer, Pole Barn Questions, Columns, Pole Barn Design, Building Styles and Designs, Constructing a Pole Building, Pole Barn Planning, Post Frame Home, Barndominium
- Tags: Post Frame Plumbing, Post Frame Design Loads, Pole Barn Foundation, Post Frame Stem Wall, Concrete On Grade, Building Uplift, Uplift, Crawl Space, Wet Set Brackets
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Exactly Identical and 20% Less
Posted by polebarnguru on 06/13/2023
Exactly Identical and 20% Less There is always someone willing to sacrifice quality and/or service to get to a lower price. I have seen it over and over again for decades now. Price shoppers, or deal hunters, seem to be most interested in the lowest price. Unlike value shoppers who are willing to pay more […]
Read more2018 IRC Attic Ventilation Requirements
Posted by polebarnguru on 06/08/2023
2018 IRC Attic Ventilation Requirements Reader SCOTT in MINNESOTA writes: “I read a couple of articles on your website and was hoping you could answer a question or give me some insight on venting my shop building, It is pole barn construction with 24” vented soffits and a ridge vent. The original foam/screen closures on […]
Read more- Categories: Pole Barn Questions, Pole Barn Structure, Ventilation
- Tags: IRC, Vapor Retarder, Net Free Ventilation Area, NFVA, Screening, Ventilation
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Engineered Plans, P-Bex Through Posts, and Drill Set Brackets
Posted by polebarnguru on 06/07/2023
This Wednesday the Pole Barn Guru tackles reader questions about drawing up engineered plans to match some non-engineered plans reader currently has, if it is possible to run p-bex through columns, and whether of not a person can set a building on an existing slab with use of drill set brackets. DEAR POLE BARN GURU: […]
Read moreWhy Post Frame Columns Need Adequate Footings
Posted by polebarnguru on 06/06/2023
Why Post-Frame Columns Need Adequate Footings Reader STEVE in GRANTS PASS writes: “Dear Pole Barn Guru, height of the post for my RV pole barn have moved. What is the best way to raise and support the header so that I can replace and or place concrete footings with Simpsons? Hopefully these are better pics. […]
Read moreSkillion Roofs
Posted by polebarnguru on 06/01/2023
Skillion Roof Question Reader WELLS in AIKEN writes: “I am building a 20′ x 24′ pole barn studio with a skillion roof. What size roof rafter to span the 20′ without any sagging? 2 x 8 or 2 x 10 or a more engineered rafter. I do not want any supporting poles on the interior […]
Read more- Categories: Trusses, Sheds, single slope, Barndominium, Pole Barn Questions, Pole Barn Structure
- Tags: Lean-to Shed, Barndominium, Shed Roof, Skillion Roofs, Mono-slope, High Pitch Roof
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New Build Features, Concrete Costs, and a Monolithic Slab
Posted by polebarnguru on 05/31/2023
This week the Pole Barn Guru answers reader questions about specific features for a new build, possible costs for concrete for a 60x150x12 red iron building, and installing a monolithic slab in an area with rocky soils. DEAR POLE BARN GURU: I like a 35′ wide by 45′ deep 18′ high. Ridge running the depth […]
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