Category Archives: Ventilation
How Do I Ventilate My Barn’s Attic?
Posted by polebarnguru on 21/10/29 @ 8:00How Do I Ventilate My Barn’s Attic? Right up there with curing condensation issues is how to properly ventilate a pole barn’s dead attic space. Reader CURTIS in TRENTON writes: “I have a 40’x60’ outbuilding that doesn’t have soffit vents for fresh air intake and the ridge cap has solid foam closures along the length […]
Read more- Categories: Ventilation, Pole Barn Heating, Pole Barn Planning
- Tags: Ventilation, Gable Vents, Ridge Cap, Exhaust Fan, Air Intake, Air Exhaust, Vapor Barrier, Condensation
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Cupola Sizes, Insulation for a Ceiling, and Structural Pieces
Posted by polebarnguru on 21/10/25 @ 8:00This week the Pole Barn Guru tackles reader questions about cupola sizes, the proper way to insulate a shed ceiling, and a structural materials question. DEAR POLE BARN GURU: What base size and height is correct for a cupolas for a 32’ wide by 36’ long by 35-40’ high with a 10 over 12 pitch […]
Read more- Categories: Pole Barn Structure, Lumber, Insulation, Trusses, Pole Barn Questions, Ventilation, Pole Barn Design, Building Interior, Building Styles and Designs, Roofing Materials, Constructing a Pole Building, Professional Engineer, Pole Building How To Guides
- Tags: Trusses, Cupola Sizes, Cupola Base, Insulation, Steel Rolls, Condensation, Roll Form, Ceiling Insulation, Roof Condensation, Cupola
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Blown-In Fiberglass Attic Insulation
Posted by polebarnguru on 21/10/22 @ 8:00Blown-In Fiberglass Attic Insulation In Climate Zones 3 and higher blown-in fiberglass attic insulation is extremely popular due to lower investment cost and high performance. Looking for a best solution for your barndominium or post frame attic? It is inevitable an insulation contractor will warn you away from blown-in fiberglass due to a dated study […]
Read moreWet Set Brackets, a Walkout Basement, and Rigid Foam Issues
Posted by polebarnguru on 21/10/11 @ 8:00Today’s Pole Barn Guru tackles reader questions about using wet set brackets on a stem wall foundation, if it is possible to build over a walkout basement, and the viability of installing rigid foam between framing and steel cladding. DEAR POLE BARN GURU: Hey there guru. We are planning on building a post frame home […]
Read moreFloor Plans, Spray Foam for Condensation, and a Sill Issue
Posted by polebarnguru on 21/09/27 @ 8:00Today the Pole Barn Guru answers reader questions about floor plans, adding spray foam to an existing structure for condensation control, and solutions for a sill at 18′ OHD opening. DEAR POLE BARN GURU: What do you charge to take my floor plan and send me engineered drawings? SHANNON in JONESBOROUGH DEAR SHANNON: We only […]
Read moreHow to Best Use Roof Steel Already Owned
Posted by polebarnguru on 21/09/22 @ 8:00How it is people end up owning steel roofing (or siding) when they do not have a structure to put it on has always been somewhat of a mystery to me. Reader TIM in IRON RIVER writes: “Hoping to build 40’x56′ post frame structure with 2′ overhang and 4/12 pitch using steel roofing I have […]
Read moreProper Ventilation, Condensation Control, and Post Treatment
Posted by polebarnguru on 21/09/13 @ 8:00This week the Pole Barn Guru answers reader questions about ventilation, how to control condensation on fifteen year old building, and best practices for treated posts in ground or on specialty brackets. DEAR POLE BARN GURU: I have a barn that doesn’t have soffit vents but it does have a ridge vent. I installed reflective […]
Read moreA Conventional Foundation, Weather Resistant Barrier, and Moisture Issues
Posted by polebarnguru on 21/08/30 @ 8:00Today the Pole Barn Guru answers reader questions about building a “conventional” foundation, drainage between steel and shiplap siding, and potential moisture issues of stick built vs post frame foundations. DEAR POLE BARN GURU: I am building a 24X48 pole barn, but instead of using a slab, I would like to have a conventional foundation. […]
Read moreHome Addition, Combo Building, and Moisture Barriers
Posted by polebarnguru on 21/08/02 @ 8:00This week the PBG answers reader questions about a post frame addition to a house, a combo business/residential building, and use of a vapor barrier. DEAR POLE BARN GURU: We bought an older ranch house with a poorly done addition in the back. Since this dream property came with a house that prevents me building […]
Read moreCondensation Issues, Adding a Loft, and Metal Truss Load
Posted by polebarnguru on 21/07/12 @ 8:00This week the Pole Barn Guru discusses issues with condensation in a new building, advice for adding a loft, and achieving a roof load for prefabricated metal trusses. DEAR POLE BARN GURU: Hello, I have a new construction pole barn that I recently had put up. The building is used to primarily house animals. When […]
Read moreBuilding Codes and Requirements in Contract Terms
Posted by polebarnguru on 21/07/07 @ 8:00Building Codes and Requirements in Contract Terms Disclaimer – this and subsequent articles on this subject are not intended to be legal advice, merely an example for discussions between you and your legal advisor. Please keep in mind, many of these terms are applicable towards post frame building kits and would require edits for cases […]
Read more- Categories: Ventilation, Professional Engineer, Pole Barn Homes, Post Frame Home, Building Department, Barndominium, Pole Barn Planning, Building Contractor
- Tags: Net Free Ventilation Area, Building Department, Seller, Post Frame Building, Purchaser, Plan Check Fees, Change Orders, Building Codes
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Uneven Ground, Greatest Strength, and Post Spacing
Posted by polebarnguru on 21/06/28 @ 8:00This Monday the Pole Barn Guru answers reader questions about building a pole barn on uneven ground, if spray foam adds the greatest strength, and post spacing for a roof only porch. DEAR POLE BARN GURU: We were potentially looking to build. We were investigating our options and I came across pole barns. My potential […]
Read moreSpray Foam, Crawl Space Floors, and Column Sizes for Shed
Posted by polebarnguru on 21/06/21 @ 8:00This week the Pole Barn Guru answers reader questions about spray foam application of a vapor barrier, finishing a crawl space floor, and to go with 3 ply or 4 ply columns– this is dependent upon many things. DEAR POLE BARN GURU: New Construction – Can spray foam insulation be spray over a vapor barrier […]
Read more- Categories: Pole Barn Design, Workshop Buildings, Constructing a Pole Building, Pole Building How To Guides, Ventilation, Professional Engineer, Columns, Pole Barn Questions, Pole Barn Homes
- Tags: Crawl Space, Engineer Sealed Structural Plans, Insulation, Glulaminated Column, Spray Foam, Crawl Space Floors, Concrete Crawl Space, Condensation Control, Glulams
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Roof Insulation, Pole Barn Houses, and Adding Heat
Posted by polebarnguru on 21/05/31 @ 8:00Today the Pole Barn Guru tackles reader questions about the best method of insulating a building with no plans for a ceiling, planning a pole barn house, and adding heat to a completed post frame building. DEAR POLE BARN GURU: I am insulating my 30×50 pole barn that is wrapped with Tyvek outside the purlins […]
Read moreRoof Sheeting, Blueprints, and Condensation Control
Posted by polebarnguru on 21/05/10 @ 8:00Today the Pole Barn Guru answers reader questions about adding sheeting and tar paper to a metal roof, if we could supply blueprints for project 08-0602, and condensation control for a tight structure. DEAR POLE BARN GURU: Can most pole building metal roofs support the extra weight of sheeting and tar paper (underlayment)? TAMI in […]
Read more- Categories: Insulation, Pole Barn Questions, Pole Barn Homes, Roofing Materials, Constructing a Pole Building, Post Frame Home, Pole Barn Planning, Ventilation, Building Interior, Professional Engineer
- Tags: Blueprints, Roof Sheeting, Monitor Buildings, Insulation, Tar Paper, Condensation, Roof Dead Load
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Is Cor-a-vent a Right Product for Me?
Posted by polebarnguru on 21/04/30 @ 8:00Is Cor-a-vent a Right Product for Me? Reader (and Hansen Pole Buildings’ D-I-Yer) LEE in IDAHO FALLS writes: “Would this product https://www.cor-a-vent.com/purlin-vent.cfm be suitable for providing eave vents where no overhangs were designed. This product would be installed by recessing the eave strut (purlin) 1″ below the roof line and filling the gap with this […]
Read moreInsulation Option, Condensation Control, and Plans Only?
Posted by polebarnguru on 21/04/26 @ 8:00Today’s Pole Barn Guru answers reader questions about adding a styrofoam insulation board to help keep a pole barn warm, how to best prevent condensation, and if one can purchase plans only instead of the complete kit. DEAR POLE BARN GURU: I recently built a pole barn, I’m in Ohio. I put in a 15000w […]
Read moreTexas Post Frame Barndominium Insulation
Posted by polebarnguru on 21/04/23 @ 8:00Reader KIMBERLY in LINDEN writes: “We are building a 52x40x10 post frame home in East Texas. The entire thing will be living space. I have been researching as much as possible on the best way to insulate a post frame home with metal siding and roof. The information is overwhelming and you get a completely […]
Read more- Categories: Pole Building How To Guides, Pole Barn Planning, Barndominium, Steel Roofing & Siding, Ventilation, Pole Barn Homes, Insulation, Pole Barn Questions, Post Frame Home
- Tags: Closed Cell Spray Foam, Insulation, Climate Zone 3A, Ridge Exhaust, Open Cell Spray Foam, Stone Wool Insulation, Integral Condensation Control, Dead Attic Space, Eave Ventilation, Weather Resistant Barrier
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Solving Horse Barn Condensation Challenges
Posted by polebarnguru on 21/04/09 @ 8:00Solving Horse Barn Condensation Challenges Proper ventilation of horse barns is essential to good equine health. Reader DONN in LONGMONT writes: “Hi, last summer I added 8 more horse stalls to our existing horse barn. There was a lean-to already attached that I extended on to and enclosed. The horse stalls are approximately 12’x12′ and […]
Read moreInsulation Addition, A Clear Span Monitor, and Post Frame Code
Posted by polebarnguru on 21/04/05 @ 8:00This week the Pole Barn Guru discusses adding insulation to an existing building, building a monitor style building with a large clear span main level, and a building official misinforming a potential client. DEAR POLE BARN GURU: I currently have a 30×50 Wick building on some property which I purchased last May. The building is […]
Read more- Categories: Trusses, Ventilation, Insulation, Pole Barn Homes, Pole Barn Questions, Workshop Buildings, Pole Barn Design, Building Department, Shouse, Constructing a Pole Building, Pole Barn Planning
- Tags: Building Codes, Building Officials, Moisture Barrier, Monitor Style Buildings, Insulation
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Stamped Plans, Bottom Chord Loads, and Spray Foam Options
Posted by polebarnguru on 21/03/29 @ 8:00This Monday the Pole Barn Guru answers reader questions about engineer stamped plans, hanging sheetrock of OSB from truss bottom chords, and the best choice for spray foam insulation in a post frame building. DEAR POLE BARN GURU: Are your drawings engineer stamped to meet local municipality requirements? ERIK in LAS VEGAS DEAR ERIK: Yes, […]
Read more- Categories: Constructing a Pole Building, Pole Barn Planning, Trusses, Ventilation, Building Interior, Professional Engineer, Insulation, Pole Barn Heating, Pole Barn Questions
- Tags: Closed Cell Spray Foam, Engineer Stamped Plans, Insulation, BCDL, Sealed Plans, Spray Foam, Bottom Chord Dead Load
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Financing, Vapor Barrier, and Boat Storage
Posted by polebarnguru on 21/03/26 @ 8:00This Friday’s daily blog will feature three questions and answers from the Pole Barn Guru. First is a question about financing, followed by a question about a vapor barrier for an add-on lean-to, and then building a quite lengthy boat storage facility. DEAR POLE BARN GURU: Hi there. I’m looking to utilize a VA loan […]
Read moreCondensation Control, Mother/Daughter Addition, and Vapor Barrier for Roof
Posted by polebarnguru on 21/03/22 @ 8:00Today the Pole Barn Guru answers readers questions about condensation control in a small garage with a gravel floor, the possibility of adding a “mother-daughter” unit to her house, and “ribbed vapor barrier” for a shed roof. DEAR POLE BARN GURU: Recently purchased a metal garage kit, 24X26. No insulation. Two garaged doors. Gravel floor […]
Read morePermaColumns, Pole Barn Planning, and Insulating a Roof
Posted by polebarnguru on 21/03/15 @ 8:00This Monday the Pole Barn Guru discusses the use of PermaColumns, planning of a pole barn in Florida, and the best solution for a building without roof or exterior wall weather resistant barriers. DEAR POLE BARN GURU: I am having a pole building put up with engineered laminated columns. The contractor is pushing a “Perma […]
Read more- Categories: Ventilation, Building Interior, Professional Engineer, Columns, Insulation, Pole Barn Design, Barndominium, Constructing a Pole Building, Shouse, Pole Building How To Guides, Pole Barn Structure
- Tags: Insulation, Pole Barn Planning, Weather Resistant Barrier, Glulaminated Column, Permacolumn
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Long Span Truss Storage
Posted by polebarnguru on 21/03/02 @ 8:00Site Storage Guidance for Long-Span Trusses Originally published by: Construction Magazine Network(link is external) — February 3, 2021 The following article was produced and published by the source linked to above, who is solely responsible for its content. The Pole Barn Guru blog is publishing this story to raise awareness of information publicly available online and does not verify the […]
Read moreGable Fan, Clay Soils, and Condensation Issues
Posted by polebarnguru on 21/02/22 @ 8:00This week the Pole Barn Guru answers reader questions about use of a gable fan to prevent condensation, building with posts in clay soils, and addressing condensation issues in a three-stall garage. DEAR POLE BARN GURU: I have been reading some post on your site about gable vents. I have a 40×80 building with spray […]
Read moreBlog Searches, Building Shapes, and a Stumper
Posted by polebarnguru on 21/02/15 @ 8:00This week the Pole Barn Guru answers reader questions about blog searches for weather proofing in rainy states, what shapes of buildings are out there– such as an “L” shaped building, and one that stumped the Guru- A term he hadn’t heard and can’t find on google. DEAR POLE BARN GURU: What are some words […]
Read moreVenting an Attic
Posted by polebarnguru on 21/02/02 @ 8:00Saving Money When Venting An Attic? While some of you may think I have been doing post frame buildings since dinosaurs roamed our planet, I can assure you this is not true. Now my youngest son, when he was pre-school aged, did ask me (in all seriousness) what was it like watching space aliens build […]
Read moreSpray Foam, “Rat Guard” Trim Cutting, and Ceiling Support Spans
Posted by polebarnguru on 21/02/01 @ 8:00This Monday the Pole Barn Guru takes reader questions about spray foam in an attic space, cutting “rat guard” trim, and ceiling joists for a 9′ span between trusses. DEAR POLE BARN GURU: I am in the process of completing my Hansen building and decided to spray foam the roof and gable ends above the […]
Read moreAdding Heated Space in a Pole Barn
Posted by polebarnguru on 21/01/06 @ 8:00Adding Heated Space in a Pole Barn Reader THOM in COLRAIN writes: “ I’m creating a 20′ X 30′ heated shop space in the center of a 40′ X 70′ pole barn. One 20′ side is on an outside wall. The other three have 2 X 4 studs. I’m using rough-cut 1″ for the walls […]
Read moreFun With a Cheap Steel Truss Pole Building
Posted by polebarnguru on 20/12/18 @ 8:00Most of our country is unfamiliar with low budget steel truss pole barns produced and sold primarily in Southeastern states. There is a reason these are prevalent where there is no snow – just in case you were wondering. Disclaimer, I have no issues at all with prefabricated light gauge steel trusses, provided they have […]
Read more- Categories: Pole Barn Questions, Pole Building Comparisons, Pole Building How To Guides, Trusses, Ventilation, Insulation, Budget
- Tags: Steel Truss, Reflective Radiant Barrier, Steel Truss Pole Barn, Insulation, Monolithic Slab, Condensation, Monolithic Concrete Slab, Blow In Insulation, Attic, Foam Board
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Nanoo Nanoo
Posted by polebarnguru on 20/12/15 @ 8:00Nanoo Nanoo In today’s riveting episode of Pole Barn Guru blogs we are actually going to discuss nanograms, not Robin Williams’ character Mork’s salutation from a late 70’s sitcom. Reader KEN from INDIAN RIVER didn’t plan his pole (post frame) building with a WRB (Weather Resistant Barrier like Tyvek) and now writes: “Mr. Pole Building […]
Read moreHardi-Plank Siding, Adding a Loft, and Blower Testing
Posted by polebarnguru on 20/12/11 @ 8:00Closing out the week with one more group of questions for the Pole Barn Guru. Today Mike answers questions about using Hardiplank on a pole building, the addition of a loft to an existing building, and performing a blower test for air leaks. DEAR POLE BARN GURU: We are going to purchase an older house […]
Read more- Categories: Lofts, Pole Barn Questions, Pole Barn Homes, Pole Barn Design, Constructing a Pole Building, Pole Barn Structure, Ventilation, Alternate Siding, Building Interior, Professional Engineer
- Tags: Siding Options, Energy Efficiency, Loft, Blower Test, Building Permit, Hardiplank, Engineering Loft
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Must Do’s for a Worry Free Barndominium
Posted by polebarnguru on 20/12/08 @ 8:00My Facebook friend RICK in MALDEN messaged me: “I have never built a building like this. I have seen many bad experiences with concrete, poor quality metal work and many more issues. I would just like to know if there is a list of things to make sure I get a quality home. I saw […]
Read more- Categories: About The Pole Barn Guru, Building Overhangs, Post Frame Home, Roofing Materials, Barndominium, Constructing a Pole Building, Shouse, Pole Barn Planning, Steel Roofing & Siding, Building Contractor, Ventilation, Insulation, Pole Barn Homes, Pole Barn Questions
- Tags: ADA Bathroom, Slab On Grade, Building Site Prep, Roll In Shower, Curb Appeal, Walk-in Pantry, Bandominium, Overhangs, Slope Of Site, BIB Insulation, Integral Condensation Control
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Textrafine Insulation, New Steel on Old Steel, and a Residential Conversion
Posted by polebarnguru on 20/11/30 @ 8:00This Monday the Pole Barn Guru answers reader questions about wall insulation and moisture barrier choices, New Steel on top of old steel, and advice on how to find an engineer to convert an existing shop into a residence. DEAR POLE BARN GURU: I wrapped my post frame with double bubble with silver foil on […]
Read moreAnswers for Brian’s Barndominium Builder
Posted by polebarnguru on 20/11/27 @ 8:00Answers for Brian’s Barndominium Builder Should you have missed yesterday’s episode, please click back to it using link at bottom of this page – it will make more sense as well as being more entertaining! Hello Brian ~ My Father and his five brothers were all framing contractors, so I was raised in a world […]
Read more- Categories: Barndominium, Pole Barn Planning, Building Contractor, Shouse, Ventilation, Budget, Insulation, Pole Barn Questions, Pole Barn Homes, About The Pole Barn Guru, Post Frame Home, Roofing Materials, Pole Building How To Guides
- Tags: Plywood, Ice And Water Shield, Bookshelf Girts, Vertical Stud Walls, Stick Frame, Winch Boxes, Purlins And Ceiling Joists, Osb Sheathing, Stud Wall Frame, 5/8" CDX Plywood, Closed Cell Spray Foam
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Our Builder Has a Few Questions
Posted by polebarnguru on 20/11/26 @ 8:00Our Builder Has a Few Questions Not a surprising statement, as few stick frame (stud wall) builders are willing to learn a new structural system, and few post frame builders have actually erected barndominiums or shouses (shop/houses). I was a first group member (although willing to learn) and frankly lost my posterior financially erecting my […]
Read more- Categories: Pole Barn Questions, Pole Barn Design, Roofing Materials, Constructing a Pole Building, Post Frame Home, Pole Barn Planning, Barndominium, Building Contractor, Trusses, Ventilation, Insulation, Building Interior
- Tags: Scissor Trusses, Drywall, OSB, Trusses On 2' Centers, Spray Foam, Ventilation
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11 Reasons Why Barndominium Crawl Space Encapsulation is Important
Posted by polebarnguru on 20/11/19 @ 8:0011 Reasons Why Barndominium Crawl Space Encapsulation is Important Today’s Guest Contributor is Joseph Bryson. Joseph was born in Alberta, raised in NYC and is living in New Zealand. He has been working in 4 different industries and helped numerous businesses grow. Now, he is focused on writing as his next career from home and […]
Read more- Categories: Barndominium, Pole Barn Design, Pole Barn Planning, Ventilation, Post Frame Home
- Tags: Crawl Space Encapsulation, Barndominium Crawl Space, Vapor Retarder, Vapor Barrier, Pest Control, Humidifier, Ventilation, Mold And Mildew, Glu-laminated Columns, Allergens, HVAC, Barndominium Flooding, Crawl Spaces
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Vapor Barrier for a Ceiling
Posted by polebarnguru on 20/11/18 @ 8:00Reader GEORGE in LOUISVILLE writes: “I am looking to install tin on the ceiling of my 54 X 75 pole shed. I was wondering if 6 mil plastic sheeting with all seams taped would work for a vapor barrier? My concern is not to have it rain in my building after the tin is up […]
Read moreI Think I Have Made Some Errors!
Posted by polebarnguru on 20/11/13 @ 8:00I Think I Have Made Some Errors! If you are a post frame building kit provider or a builder reading this article – please STOP SELLING ONLY ON A CHEAP PRICE. You are leaving dissatisfied clients in your wake and doing a disservice to our industry. Reader RICK in IDAHO writes: “Hello Sir! I think […]
Read moreSeven Reasons Why Your Next Barndominium Should Be Pole Frame Construction
Posted by polebarnguru on 20/11/05 @ 8:00Today’s blog comes from Don Howe, who is a retired sales executive but has a burning passion for barndominiums. Seven Reasons Why Your Next Barndominium Should Be Pole Frame Construction One of the first design details to consider when building a barndominium is the building process. Most barndominiums are built using a stud frame, steel […]
Read more- Categories: Ventilation, Budget, Pole Barn Homes, Post Frame Home, Insulation, Barndominium, Pole Barn Design, Shouse, Constructing a Pole Building, Pole Barn Planning, Building Contractor
- Tags: Stud Wall Construction, Design Flexibility, Post Frame Construction, Greater Durability, Ceiling Insulation, Faster Assembly, Steel Frame Construction, Steel Frame Building
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Insulation Options, Building Plans, and a Swing Table
Posted by polebarnguru on 20/11/02 @ 8:00This week Mike the Pole Barn Guru discusses about insulation options, building plans for a back yard pavilion, and steel gauge for a “swing table.” DEAR POLE BARN GURU: We are well on our way toward breaking ground. Our biggest concerns that we seem to keep going back to are these. We want a tight, […]
Read moreMy Pole Barn is Chilly
Posted by polebarnguru on 20/10/30 @ 8:00Reader TIM from INVER GROVE HEIGHTS, MN has a chilling challenge, he writes: “Fabulous site, congrats. I have a 40×60 pole barn with 10ft ceiling to the bottom of the rafters. Last year I put a 150k btu heater in to try and take the chill out a bit. It didn’t work so well because […]
Read moreSpan, Vapor Barriers, and Planning a Pole Barn
Posted by polebarnguru on 20/10/26 @ 8:00This week the Pole Barn Guru answers reader questions about the widest span a post frame building can be built, vapor barrier on a roof only structure, and the proper steps for planning a pole barn. DEAR POLE BARN GURU: How wide can you span? And approx cost per sq ft for an erected shell, […]
Read moreSeal Walls, Fill for Compaction, and Condensation Control
Posted by polebarnguru on 20/10/16 @ 8:00Let’s close out the week with another installment of Ask the Pole Barn Guru! First up is a resolution to seal up a building, followed by assistance with compacted fill, and finally an alternative to spray foam to control condensation. DEAR POLE BARN GURU: I purchased a pole building from you last year and there […]
Read moreSite Prep,
Posted by polebarnguru on 20/10/15 @ 8:00Thursday’s edition will tackle three more reader questions. First up is about how level a site must be before erecting a shop, second is about pole barn homes and the many options available, and third is a question about the best method to fix an issue left by a previous builder. DEAR POLE BARN GURU: […]
Read morePosts and Collars, Girts, and Non-Vented Soffits
Posted by polebarnguru on 20/10/12 @ 8:00This week’s edition of Pole Barn Guru visits the topics of post and footing sizes, bookshelf girts for drywall, and non-vented soffits for building with spray foam insulation. DEAR POLE BARN GURU: I am currently 68 but I built pole barns as a younger man the biggest being a hay barn 24′ eaves X 80 […]
Read moreInsulation, Spray Foam Issues, and Floor Plans
Posted by polebarnguru on 20/09/25 @ 8:00Lets close out the week with a fifth installment of The Pole Barn Guru. Today he’ll answer questions about the best insulation for a building with steel roofing over a vapor barrier over plywood, potential issues installing spray foam, and a request for a floor plan example– we now have a third party provider of […]
Read moreDouble Doors, Insulation, and an Alaska Project?
Posted by polebarnguru on 20/09/24 @ 8:00We’ll continue this week with a third day of Bonus PBG’s! Today Mike take care of reader questions about adding “double doors” to the high side of a lean to, insulation to building in Climate Zone 4A with R-49, and the feasibility of building in Alaska. DEAR POLE BARN GURU: Hi Mike, I am looking […]
Read moreBonus Pole Barn Guru Tuesday
Posted by polebarnguru on 20/09/22 @ 8:00Bonus Pole Barn Guru Tuesday- Today’s extra answers questions about cupolas, heating a monitor style building, and steep grade changes on a build site. DEAR POLE BARN GURU: We are considering putting two cupolas on the roof. Can we run our drain waste vents through them instead of through the roof itself? BRANDON in CALVERT […]
Read moreBolt to Slab, Metal Distortion, and a Moisture Drip Issue
Posted by polebarnguru on 20/09/21 @ 8:00This week the Pole Barn Guru answers questions about use of dry-set brackets to existing slab, spray foam distorting metal, and a problem with drip when temperature is just right. DEAR POLE BARN GURU: How thick does the edge of concrete need to be to support a pole barn if using the bolt on top […]
Read moreInstalling Steel Liner Panels in an Existing Pole Barn
Posted by polebarnguru on 20/09/02 @ 8:00Installing Steel Liner Panels in an Existing Pole Barn Reader JASON in WHITEHOUSE STATION writes: “ Hello! I have a post frame 30X40 Pole Barn that was built prior to me owning the house. Currently, the shop is not insulated. I would really like to insulate it, as it’s quite unbearable in the summer and […]
Read more- Categories: Ventilation, Building Interior, Professional Engineer, Pole Barn Questions, Pole Building How To Guides, Pole Barn Planning
- Tags: Gable Vents, Ridge Vent, Thermal Break, Registered Professional Engineer, Radiant Reflective Barrier, Soffit Vents, Closed Cell Spray Foam Insulation
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A Shouse, Eliminating Condensation, and Building Trusses
Posted by polebarnguru on 20/08/17 @ 8:00This week the Pole Barn Guru answers reader questions about the design of a shouse (shop house), a resolutions for condensation, and building trusses. DEAR POLE BARN GURU: Hi – We are looking into pole barn buildings however we’re clueless on where to start and how big we actually need it to be. My husband […]
Read moreA Frustrated Shopper, Sealant Around Posts, and Vapor Barriers
Posted by polebarnguru on 20/07/27 @ 8:00Today’s Pole Barn Guru answers reader questions about a frustrating shopping experience, use of a sealant around embedded posts, and best method for a vapor barrier under concrete. DEAR POLE BARN GURU: Hello my husband and I have been pre-approved to finance a pole barn and I am becoming very FRUSTRATED. We have called “Oscar […]
Read moreAttic Venting, Moisture Reduction, and a Vapor Barrier
Posted by polebarnguru on 20/07/06 @ 8:00This week the Pole Barn Guru answers reader questions about ventilation for an attic space, what type of insulation to use for the reduction or elimination of moisture, and to place a vapor barrier under the concrete slab. DEAR POLE BARN GURU: I know you have answered a few questions regarding attic venting so I […]
Read more- Categories: Pole Barn Questions, Building Overhangs, Ventilation, Concrete
- Tags: Insulation, Vapor Barrier, Gable Vents, Attic Venting, Concrete Vapor Barrier
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A Real Life Climate Controlled Post Frame Wall
Posted by polebarnguru on 20/06/26 @ 8:00Reader BRANDON in WICHITA writes: “Hello Mike! I am in the engineering field and we are just about to put up a personal climate controlled post frame building. I have followed many of the teachings of Dr. Lstiburek on wall and roof assemblies. I also enjoy your very detailed write ups. I am conflicted in […]
Read moreBonus Round 2– Backfill Compaction, Blueprints, and Insulation
Posted by polebarnguru on 20/06/19 @ 8:00Today’s BONUS Round of PBG discusses backfill compaction, finding an engineer to draw blueprints for a building of reclaimed wood, and the ins and outs of insulation. DEAR POLE BARN GURU: I have 18” diameter x 60” deep pits for 6×6 posts. My backfill material and method is ¾”less gravel with every 8” compacted. But how to […]
Read moreGable Vents, Plasti-Sleeves for Posts, and Cost per Square Foot
Posted by polebarnguru on 20/06/15 @ 8:00This Monday’s questions are addressing the issues of ventilation with gable vents, the use of plasti-sleeves to protect posts, and the cost per square foot of a post frame home. DEAR POLE BARN GURU: My dad has a 40 x 60 pole building. It has 18″ eaves but the soffits are non vented. The building […]
Read moreCool Roof Systems
Posted by polebarnguru on 20/05/26 @ 8:00Cool roofs are roofing systems creating higher solar reflectance and thermal emittance than standard roofing products. Solar reflectance is a process where a roof reflects the sun’s UV and infrared rays, reducing the total amount of heat transferred to a building or home. Thermal emittance is a roof’s ability to radiate absorbed and non-reflected solar […]
Read moreSlab or Crawl, Insulation, and Building by a Leach Field
Posted by polebarnguru on 20/05/25 @ 8:00This Monday the Pole Barn Guru answers reader questions about building on a slab or with a crawl space, insulation for a shop, and if a person is able to build near a leach field. DEAR POLE BARN GURU: I appreciate the building technology used when building a residential pole barn. I am not yet […]
Read moreWhole House Barndominium Fans
Posted by polebarnguru on 20/05/12 @ 8:00Whole House Barndominium Fans Apparently when it comes to barndominiums, there is a limitless number of subjects to cover! Reader CAROLYN in CLEVELAND writes: “We would like to build a post frame home but I would like to have a whole house fan to cut down on cooling costs. Most barndos we see under construction […]
Read moreA Garage Apartment, A Moisture Problem, and Insulating a Ceiling
Posted by polebarnguru on 20/05/04 @ 8:00Today’s Pole Barn Guru answers questions about building a garage apartment aka a “Shouse,” how to address a moisture problem, and the best way to add insulation to a ceiling. DEAR POLE BARN GURU: Can I design a garage apartment pole barn? JAY in HINTSVILLE DEAR JAY: You may not have this ability however we […]
Read more- Categories: Ventilation, Pole Barn Apartments, Shouse, Insulation, Shouse, Pole Barn Questions
- Tags: Foam Boards, Moisture, Shouse, Garage Apartment, Insulation, Condensation, Spray Foam
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Raised Floor Over Crawl Space, Engineered Plans, and a Pool House
Posted by polebarnguru on 20/04/20 @ 8:00This week the Pole Barn Guru answers questions about a raised floor over a crawl space, purchase of engineer sealed plans, and moisture issues in an above ground pool house. DEAR POLE BARN GURU: Appreciate all the information on your website very awesome it’s a lot to take in we are thinking of building a […]
Read more- Categories: Cabin, Pole Barn Questions, Pole Barn Design, Ventilation, Building Interior, Lofts
- Tags: Crawl Space, HVAC, Raised Floor, Mold Control, Engineered Plans
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Insulating an Existing Post Frame Building Attic
Posted by polebarnguru on 20/04/02 @ 8:00We are in an era where climate control of brand new post frame buildings is extremely common. It is also much easier to insulate (or plan for it) at time of construction, rather than having to go back and do it afterwards. For new post frame buildings, here is my Ultimate Guide to Post Frame […]
Read moreTwo Story House, Car Storage, and a Post Frame Basement
Posted by polebarnguru on 20/03/30 @ 8:00Today’s Pole Barn Guru answers questions about building a two story pole barn house, condensation in a car storage building, and how to build a post frame house with a concrete basement. DEAR POLE BARN GURU: We are wanting to build a 2 story pole barn house, it will have an upstairs loft. Would the […]
Read moreShould My Barndominium Have a Vapor Barrier?
Posted by polebarnguru on 20/03/17 @ 8:00Should My Barndominium Ceiling Have a Vapor Barrier? With barndominiums, shouses (shop/house) and post frame homes becoming immensely popular, I have been learning more than I ever thought I wanted to learn about them. Rather than me just spewing on, today’s expert advice comes courtesy of building scientist Joe Lstiburek. Plastic vapor barriers should only […]
Read moreCondensation Above Metal Building Roof Insulation
Posted by polebarnguru on 20/03/03 @ 8:00Condensation Above Metal Building Roof Insulation Only those few long time readers or those who had time on their hands and have read every blog I ever wrote will recall this story about my adventures with metal building roof insulation: https://www.hansenpolebuildings.com/2011/11/metal-building-insulation-in-pole-buildings-part-i/. Reader JOSH in CORVALLIS is having issues with how metal building insulation is (or […]
Read morePylon Sizes, Insulating a Pole Barn, and Plastic for Drainage
Posted by polebarnguru on 20/03/02 @ 8:00This week the Pole Barn Guru answers reader questions about concrete pylon sizes, how to best finish and insulate an existing structure, and the best plastic for drainage. DEAR POLE BARN GURU: What size do the concrete pylons need to be for a 24×36 building with an 11’ roof peak to be used for storage. […]
Read more- Categories: Ventilation, Footings, Insulation, Pole Barn Questions, Trusses
- Tags: Spray Foam, Footings, Plastic For Drainage, Pylons, Insulation
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Price Per Square Foot, Proper Post Treatment, and XPS
Posted by polebarnguru on 20/02/10 @ 8:00This week the Pole Barn Guru answers questions about the price per square foot for a hangar, the proper post treatment for in ground use, and use of XPS insulation between steel and wall posts. DEAR POLE BARN GURU: What is the approximate price per square foot for a 62 x 130 t hangar? KENNETH […]
Read more- Categories: Barndominium, Insulation, Pole Barn Questions, Ventilation, Columns
- Tags: Building Costs, XPS Boards, Insulation, Price Per Square Foot, UC-4B, Post Rot, Post Treatment
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Wall Girt Spacing, Roof Only to Fully Enclosed, and Dade Cty
Posted by polebarnguru on 20/02/03 @ 8:00Today’s Pole Barn Guru answers questions about “proper wall girt spacing,” enclosing and insulating a roof only building, and if a post frame meets code in Dade County Florida. DEAR POLE BARN GURU: I just contacted a contractor to build my pole barn and he said 2 x4 wall girts at 36″ I don’t think […]
Read morePlans Only? Moisture Barriers? and Two Story Houses?
Posted by polebarnguru on 20/01/27 @ 8:00This week the Pole Barn Guru answers questions about “plans only” purchases, proper use of moisture barriers when adding insulation to an existing building, as well as the possibility or building a two story post frame house. DEAR POLE BARN GURU: Do you offer just the plans? I own a sawmill and would like to […]
Read moreGanged Wood Trusses & Closed Cell Spray Foam Post Frame Condensation Control
Posted by polebarnguru on 20/01/21 @ 8:05Ganged Wood Trusses and Closed Cell Spray Foam Post Frame Condensation Control Ganged wood trusses are most usually two individually fabricated metal connector plated roof trusses, fastened together with either nails or even better Simpson Drive Screws (https://www.hansenpolebuildings.com/2017/03/simpson-drive-screws/), so they work together as a conjoined pair. True doubled trusses (not two single trusses spaced apart […]
Read more- Categories: Pole Barn Homes, Insulation, Post Frame Home, Roofing Materials, Pole Barn Planning, Pole Barn Structure, Barndominium, Ventilation, Building Interior
- Tags: Reflective Radiant Barrier, Ganged Wood Trusses, Closed Cell Spray Foam, Closed Cell Spray Foam Insulation, Reflective Insulation, Plywood, Condensation, Roofing Felt
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Flash and Batt Insulating Barndominium Walls
Posted by polebarnguru on 20/01/17 @ 8:00Flash-and-Batt Insulating Barndominium Walls We’re in a seemingly never ending cycle of racing towards net zero post frame homes, shouses (shop/houses) and barndominiums (read more on net zero post frame here: https://www.hansenpolebuildings.com/2019/01/net-zero-post-frame-homes/). One possible design solution involves what is known as “flash-and-batt” where two inches of closed cell spray foam insulation is applied to steel […]
Read moreConcrete: Cured or Dried?
Posted by polebarnguru on 19/12/19 @ 8:00Concrete: Cured or Dried? Recently I posted an article in regards to finishing a concrete slab-on-grade. I admit to knowing slightly more about concrete than I do about plumbing. Muy poquito – one of the few Spanish terms I can actually pronounce (and have used all too frequently when visiting South America). For those of […]
Read morePost Frame Standards or Extras?
Posted by polebarnguru on 19/12/05 @ 8:00On Facebook I am a member of a discussion group for Pole and Post frame building professionals only. Recently one of our group members posed a question, “What are the extras you do to set yourself apart”? It was only then I realized there are some significant differences between a Hansen Pole Building and other […]
Read more- Categories: Pole Barn Planning, Pole Barn Structure, Pole Building Doors, Trusses, Ventilation, Insulation, Powder Coated Screws, Pole Barn Design, Pole Building Comparisons, Professional Engineer, About The Pole Barn Guru, Columns, Building Department, Fasteners, Roofing Materials
- Tags: Bookshelf Style Wall Girts, Reflective Radiant Barrier, Steel Shear Strength, Prefabricated Ganged Roof Trusses, Powder Coated Screws, Registered Professional Engineer
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Post Frame Condensation and Insulation Challenge
Posted by polebarnguru on 19/12/04 @ 8:00Solving Yet Another Post Frame Condensation and Insulation Challenge Long time loyal readers will sigh as yet another post frame building has been erected without thoughts to how to properly insulate and control condensation. Had our new friend invested in a Hansen Pole Building, chances are good we would not be having this question and […]
Read more- Categories: Pole Barn Homes, Pole Barn Planning, Pole Barn Structure, Barndominium, Insulation, Ventilation, Pole Barn Questions, Building Interior, Pole Barn Design, Pole Building How To Guides
- Tags: Bookshelf Wall Girts, Vented Ridge, Insulation, Vapor Barrier, Barndominium Condensation, Condensation, BIBS Insulation, Batt Insulation, Gable Vents
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Post Frame Building Insulation
Posted by polebarnguru on 19/11/27 @ 8:00Pole Barn Guru’s Ultimate Guide to Post Frame Building Insulation When it comes to insulating any building (not just post frame ones – like barndominiums) there is a certain point of diminishing returns – one can spend so much they will never, in their lifetimes, recoup their investment. Here my ultimate guide to post frame […]
Read more- Categories: Ventilation, Insulation, Post Frame Home, Pole Barn Design, Barndominium, About The Pole Barn Guru, Roofing Materials, Pole Building How To Guides, Pole Barn Planning
- Tags: Integral Condensation Control, Reflective Radiant Barrier, Ice And Water Shield, Commercial Bookshelf Wall Girts, Insulation, Condensation
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Contact Information, Moisture Barrier, and Insulation
Posted by polebarnguru on 19/11/18 @ 8:00Today the Pole Barn Guru answers questions about contact information to build a structure, whether or not to use a moisture barrier in a non-conditioned attic, and guidance to insulate a post frame building. DEAR POLE BARN GURU: Hello, I have a quick question, do you have any regional contact information for people to build […]
Read moreAirtight Post Frame Homes and Barndominiums
Posted by polebarnguru on 19/11/12 @ 8:00Back in my 1990’s post frame building contractor days, we constructed a shop for a client near Moscow, Idaho. We probably didn’t ask enough questions up front and our client didn’t provide enough information to adequately prevent what was initially quite a challenge. After we had completed construction of this building’s shell, our client poured […]
Read more- Categories: Ventilation, Windows, Pole Barn Homes, Post Frame Home, Barndominium, Pole Barn Design, About The Pole Barn Guru, Pole Barn Planning
- Tags: Mechanical Ventilation Systems, Passivhaus Standards, Window U-factor, Barndominium, Shouse, Airtight Post Frame Homes, Carbon Footprint, Post Frame Building Envelope
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Faced or Unfaced, Correct Screw Pattern, and Connecting Two Units
Posted by polebarnguru on 19/11/11 @ 8:00This Monday the Pole Barn Guru answers questions about use of faced or unfaced insulation, the correct screw pattern, and viability of connecting two buildings together. DEAR POLE BARN GURU: Should I use faced or unfaced insulation in my pole barn attic w/ ridge vent? DAINE in PALMER DEAR DAINE: In order for your ridge […]
Read moreAg Exemptions, Truss Spacing, and Concrete Vapor Barriers
Posted by polebarnguru on 19/10/28 @ 8:00This week the Pole Barn Guru discusses ag exemptions for building permits, the effect of spacing trusses at 12′ or more, and concrete vapor barriers. DEAR POLE BARN GURU: Do I have to have a permit to build one poll barn on Ag land? DANIEL in PIERSON DEAR DANIEL: Many jurisdictions nationwide exempt true agricultural […]
Read moreRoof Trusses 4′ o.c., Condensation Issues, and a Sliding Door
Posted by polebarnguru on 19/10/14 @ 8:00This Monday the Pole Barn Guru answers questions about roof trusses at 4′ o.c., ways to solve condensation issues, and sliding door options. DEAR POLE BARN GURU: My question is I just purchased some roof trusses that are 32 feet long heel to heel they are constructed with 2 by 4s can I put these […]
Read more- Categories: Trusses, Ventilation, Concrete, Sliding Doors, Pole Barn Questions
- Tags: Condensation, Spray Foam, Sliding Doors, Truss Loads, Seal Floor, Roof Trusses
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Volatile Organic Compound Ratios
Posted by polebarnguru on 19/10/08 @ 8:00Volatile Organic Compound Ratios Today’s guest blogger is Cheryl Barneski. Cheryl’s background is as an Owner Operator Long Haul Division of the Class 8 Industry. CDL END X or HazMat and Tanks. She is a Certified Hole Watch, Lock Out, Tag Out Safety Watch in Chemical Plants and is also Certified Entry Level I.S.O Meter […]
Read moreSiding Materials, Fascia Boards, and Venting
Posted by polebarnguru on 19/09/09 @ 8:00Today’s Pole Barn Guru answers questions about siding materials, fascia boards and gable vents. DEAR POLE BARN GURU: If a house or pole barn has metal on the outside does it still need plywood or OSB sheathing under the metal? GARY in JESUP DEAR GARY: Provided steel siding and/or roofing has an ability to withstand […]
Read moreExhaust Fan to Reduce Pole Barn Condensation Issues
Posted by polebarnguru on 19/08/30 @ 8:00Post frame (pole barn) building condensation problems are a re-occurring theme. With proper design and planning, condensation should not occur, however more often than not this is a penny wise, pound foolish event – caused by post frame building providers (either builders or vendors) not advising new building owners of possible challenges. Reader JEFF in […]
Read morePost Frame Indoor Swimming Pool Considerations
Posted by polebarnguru on 19/08/27 @ 8:00In my past life I lived with my family in Oregon’s Willamette Valley. Hot summer days filled with sunshine were about as rare as access to nearby lakes – close to zero. Having grown up spending summers at my maternal grandparents’ lake cabin, swimming has always been part of my life. A frequently told fable […]
Read more- Categories: About The Pole Barn Guru, Pole Building How To Guides, Pole Barn Planning, Ventilation, Building Interior, Post Frame Home, Pole Barn Questions, Barndominium
- Tags: Swimming Pool Ventilation, Dehumidification, Swimming Pool Water Chemistry, Vapor Barrier, Ventilation, Post Frame Buildings HVAC, Closed Cell Rigid Insulation
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Mono-Truss Pitch, Moisture Issues, and Steel Replacement Panels
Posted by polebarnguru on 19/08/19 @ 8:00This week the Pole Barn Guru answers questions about roof pitch on a mono-truss, issues with moisture in Florida, and a reader in need of steel replacement panels. DEAR POLE BARN GURU: Designing 40 foot MONO trusses for a 200 foot long building and want to know what the pitch should be in North East […]
Read more- Categories: Pole Barn Questions, Roofing Materials, Trusses, Ventilation
- Tags: Roof Pitch, Moisture Issues, Mono-truss, Replacement Steel Panels
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Vapor Barrier, Replacement Skylights, and Frost Heave
Posted by polebarnguru on 19/08/05 @ 8:00This week the Pole Barn Guru answers questions about vapor barrier, a solution for skylights, and how to reduce frost heave. DEAR POLE BARN GURU: Vapor barrier under roof metal or under trusses with insulation on top? I find never-ending opinions about where to place vapor barrier in a post frame building. If the space […]
Read more- Categories: Steel Roofing & Siding, Ventilation, Concrete, Footings, Insulation, Pole Barn Questions, Roofing Materials
- Tags: Vapor Barrier, Skylights, Frost Heave
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Will I Have Moisture Issues?
Posted by polebarnguru on 19/07/23 @ 8:00Condensation and moisture issues in any building can be problematic. No one purposely designs a building with an idea to have dripping from under roof condensation, or mold and mildew from trapped moisture. Hansen Pole Buildings’ client and loyal reader KURT in SAINT HELENS writes: “Hello, Question about roof insulation. Plan on insulating 2″ double-laminated […]
Read moreWhen Attic Insulation is Baffling
Posted by polebarnguru on 19/07/19 @ 8:00Proper insulation provisions seem to be one of the least considered items when it comes to post frame (pole building) planning. Here is a case in point from reader JOHN in BEND: “We have just built a 32’ x 48’ pole building with commercial GIRT construction, metal siding, 4/12 pitch metal roof, concrete floor, 12 […]
Read moreStorage of Steel Roofing and Siding Panels
Posted by polebarnguru on 19/06/14 @ 8:00Storage of Steel Roofing and Siding at the Job site All steel roofing and siding panel bundles are inspected and approved by manufacturer’s quality control inspectors before shipment. Inspect panels for any moisture content or shipping damage upon delivery and advise the materials carrier immediately. Bare (non-painted) Galvalume sheet, like galvanized, is subject to wet […]
Read moreGeneral Material Storage for Barndominiums
Posted by polebarnguru on 19/06/11 @ 8:00General Material Storage I have recently signed up to join several barndominium groups on Facebook. If you are unfamiliar with this term, here is a detailed explanation: https://www.hansenpolebuildings.com/2016/04/the-rise-of-the-barndominium/. Overnight I have had an ‘ah-ha’ moment where a light bulb turned on and I decided to take a plunge. I am going to write at least […]
Read moreA Post Frame Addition, California Muster, and Ventilation
Posted by polebarnguru on 19/06/03 @ 8:00Today the Pole Barn Guru answers questions regarding a post frame addition, passing the “muster” of California’s building codes, and ventilation of attic space with spray foam. DEAR POLE BARN GURU: Hi. We are wanting to attach a monitor style barn to an existing stick build for additional residential use. Is this tie-in possible? Thank […]
Read moreR Panel Gable Vents
Posted by polebarnguru on 19/05/01 @ 8:00R Panel Gable Vents “R” steel roofing and siding panels are typically used on all steel buildings where larger spans occur between wall girts and roof purlins. With a three foot width net coverage, these panels have a 1-1/4 inch tall high rib every 12 inches with two low stiffener ribs between. R panels do […]
Read moreConverting a Pole Barn into a Home
Posted by polebarnguru on 19/04/19 @ 8:00I happen to live in a post-frame home. It was designed to be lived in from day one, so we did not face obstacles in having to convert a pole barn. Reader DAN in SIDNEY writes: “I have an existing pole barn that has no current foundation. It looks like 6×6 pt poles right into […]
Read morePole Barn Guru Blog Review
Posted by polebarnguru on 19/04/10 @ 8:00This is the third year the Pole Barn Guru blog has been in competition for the Best Construction Blog. Last year this blog was second in the world, tying for first in quality, however losing the popular vote. Part of this process is a review of each blog by Mark Buckshon of Construction Marketing Ideas […]
Read more- Categories: Insulation, Pole Barn Questions, Pole Barn Design, About The Pole Barn Guru, Pole Barn Planning, Pole Barn Structure, Ventilation, Uncategorized
- Tags: Construction Marketing Ideas, Dead Attic Space, Closed Cell Foam Insulation, Closed Cell Spray Foam, Vapor Barrier, Condensation, Ventilation, Pole Barn Condensation
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Issues with Condensation, Ground Water, and Overhead Door Size
Posted by polebarnguru on 19/04/08 @ 8:00Today the Pole Barn Guru answers questions about, condensation, ground Water, and an overhead door size. DEAR POLE BARN GURU: Good morning, My name is Brett and about to complete my Hansen Pole building. I have having issues with condensation from my metal roof given the recent freezing weather. I do have a vapor barrier, […]
Read moreHow to Wire a Winch, Floor Vapor Barrier, and Floor Sealant
Posted by polebarnguru on 19/04/01 @ 8:00Today the Pole Barn Guru assists reader with wiring a winch, vapor barriers for a floor, and floor sealant. DEAR POLE BARN GURU: Do you know how to wire ATV warn winch to make electric winch boxes? MAX in SPOKANE DEAR MAX: Thanks to magical miracles of internet and Google here is where you can […]
Read more- Categories: Pole Building How To Guides, Ventilation, Concrete, Building Interior
- Tags: Vapor Barrier, Wiring, Floor Sealant, Winch
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Addition to House, Stone Floor Moisture Barrier
Posted by polebarnguru on 19/03/25 @ 8:00Today the Pole Barn Guru discusses a post frame addition to a house, whether or not one should use a plastic barrier under the stone floor in a steel building, and the ability of a truss carrier to handle imposed loads. DEAR POLE BARN GURU: Hi! We are considering a sizeable addition to our 600 […]
Read moreHoop Shed Wall, Ventilation, and Pole Barn Footings
Posted by polebarnguru on 19/03/18 @ 8:00Today the Pole Barn Guru answers questions about adding a garage door wall to a hoop shed, ventilation with no sidewall overhangs, and how post frame buildings are “anchored” to the ground. DEAR POLE BARN GURU: I would like to close the open 1/2 of the basketball court hoop shed with a pole building face. […]
Read more- Categories: Pole Barn Design, Building Overhangs, Ventilation, Footings, Overhead Doors
- Tags: IBC Code, Ventilation, Pole Barn Footings, Footings, Hoop Shed, Wall Materials
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