5 Ways to Build a Pole Barn that Lasts

Thursday, 22 September 2022 12:00

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The best agricultural buildings in Kentucky will last longer, look better, and be more functional than more mediocre buildings. If you want to build a barn or post frame garage in Kentucky that lasts longer than average, it isn’t too complicated. Make sure you hire the best custom horse barn builders in Kentucky and that you choose quality materials.

#1 – Don’t Shortcut the Design Phase

If you want to build a quality building, it must be designed correctly. Carefully consider site preparation, building size, and location. A well-planned building won’t suffer from silly design mistakes.

#2 – Choose Quality Materials

Quality materials aren’t necessarily expensive, but they aren’t cheap either. When faced with decisions between cheap and quality materials, consider the cost of rebuilding if the cheap materials falter in 15 years. Quality materials may cost a little more at the outset but save you money in repairs later.

#3 – Insulate the Ceiling and Walls

Insulation and vapor barriers will help reduce moisture levels inside and help extend the life of your barn and anything you store inside it. If you aren’t concerned about heating the interior of your barn, a lightweight radiant barrier will most likely be sufficient for reducing condensation and slowing interior temperature changes.

#4 – Choose a Cement Floor

Many agricultural buildings in Kentucky don’t necessarily need a cement floor, but they are still beneficial. A barn with a cement floor will be significantly less humid and easier to keep clean. Excessive moisture and dirt are sure to reduce the lifespan of your barn.

#5 – Ventilate

The most important factors for extending the life of your barn include a good design, quality materials, and keeping the interior of your barn clean and dry. A dry barn interior requires adequate ventilation. We always recommend soffit vents and ridge vents, but you may want to include cupolas, exhaust fans, or ceiling fans. If you keep livestock in your barn, you will likely need additional windows, large sliding doors, and Dutch doors.

Don’t underestimate your ventilation needs!

MQS Structures:

Pole Barn Builders in Kentucky

If you are interested in building a horse barn, workshop, post frame garage in Kentucky, or even home, we can help. If you need more information about the building process, costs, or build time, contact us at MQS Structures.

At MQS Structures, we are post-frame (pole frame) building specialists. If you have been planning on constructing post frame buildings in Kentucky, we can work with you to ensure you get exactly the building you need.

Our founder and owner, Caleb Miller, began his building career with his Amish Mennonite family and applies the same work ethic and expert craftsmanship to every building we put up.

MQS Structures is a family-owned and operated company specializing in post-frame construction, steel-sided wood structures, and agricultural buildings in Kentucky.

Call us today at (855) 677-3334, or contact us online to receive a free quote on your next pole building in Kentucky. We look forward to hearing from you soon!