Are pole barns really barns?
Originally the term pole barn was used for livestock buildings and storage of hay or feed. Those buidings are barns. Now, pole barn is the term to describe our type of construction which is Post Frame Construction. They are also called pole buildings. Treated posts go into the ground approximately every 10’-12’ with trusses attached to them. Each section is called a bay instead of standard stud wall construction on top of a poured concrete foundation. The poles or posts form the building and a treated skirt board is placed on the ground between the posts to form the base of the building. Girts are nailed between the posts to frame the walls horizontally and purlins are nailed to the trusses to form the roof. It is the most economical form of construction to cover land. Post Frame construction, or pole barns, is one of the oldest styles of construction, using less concrete and less wood to create a very sturdy structure at the lowest cost per square foot than any other conventional cons
