Pole Barns
Yeah, I know, this steel guy is going to trash Pole Barns!!! The facts are Pole Barns are extremly popular, less expensive and any contractor can build them! Truth is I'll if it's about the money in many cases build a pole barn! Read the facts first, then decide what will work for you:
WOOD vs. Steel 
Pole Barn - (Storage Buildings: Mid-level Accessories @ $14 -$40 [/]
Poles are set directly into the ground with little or no resistance to flood and frost.
Pressure treated wood warps and shrinks and should not be installed permanently. Foundation column members shift and must be straightened every 5-7 years costing about $2000-$3000. Copper sulfate pressure treated wood is poisonous, unsanitary and should never be used for human occupancy or livestock.
Property and fire insurance is about 30% higher annually for wood structures.
In many cases little or no assembly documents, plans or blueprints are available causing serious problems when obtaining permits. Constructing large or complex buildings without proper design and engineering using parts that are not usually numbered or sorted can make erecting a small pole building a nightmare.
Sheeting must be reattached regularly and the wood structure painted often. Steel materials contacting wood makes it more likely to leak and rust. Pole construction could be completely re-sheeted every 7-10 years, costing thousands over a 15-20 year life span. Class A Fire Rating -- The lowest resistance to fire hazard. Pole barns are not recommended for public use. Pole barns meet only the most lenient code standards for permanent structures. They are prohibited in many zoning districts.
Steel Building - (Storage Buildings: Mid-level Accessories @ $18-$50 [/]
* Steel buildings bolt to a substantial concrete foundation using either continuous thickened perimeter foundation or a pier footing tied to the slab. These foundations are specifically designed for structure, soil conditions and frost.
* Solid steel framing is galvanized or coated with a highly protective Zincalume primer and top coated with 20-30 year colored paint . There is minimum breach in the rust protection. Steel does not warp and is guaranteed for the lifetime of the building. They are recyclable, sanitary and nonpoisonous for livestock, and is preferred for permanent installation.
* Property insurance is 30% lower for Metal building systems.
* Extensive assembly documents and plans are provided. All plans are engineer stamped and ready to be submitted to the building department. These buildings can be erected usually using nothing but a High lift, scaffolding and hand tools. * If you have to cut or drill out frames, you've got the wrong piece!! All parts are numbered and designed to fit.
* Once a your metal building is up you don't have to worry for the next 30 years. After the pole barn has disintegrated (average 15-20 years) a metal building still has many maintenance free years left.
* Class C Fire Rating -- Same as all brick and stone buildings. Steel buildings are engineered specifically for any zoning district and specified to meet or exceed the strictest earthquake, or any commercial codes.
Here are a few prices to just give you a general idea of what certain Pole Structures are going for. They can customize anything and give you a free quote on what ever you would like.
Basic Horse Loafing Sheds with three sides enclosed, 8ft wall to the back raking up to a 11 ft opening from $1335-$2445
8x8 is $1335.00
10x10 is $1890.00
12x12 is $2445.00
24x24 standard truss pole structure barn w/one 10x12 sliding door, and one man door:$10,555.00
24x36 standard truss pole structure barn w/one 10x12 sliding door, and one man door:$13,890.00
24x48: standard truss pole structure barn w/two 10x12 sliding doors, and one man door: $16,670.00
36x36 monitor style pole structure barn with w/two 10x12 sliding doors, and one man door: $20,555.00
Arenas: (w/14ft eve height)
60x84 roof only: $33,335.00
60x84 three sides enclosed: $38,000.00
60x120 roof only: $42,225.00
60x120 three sides enclosed: $63,335.00
We can also add concrete isle ways or concrete slab to your design.
*All prices include all framing labor, uncomplicated hole drilling, and all materials including colored metal.
When it comes down to price and you want a Pole Barn call a local G.C. who does them.
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