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Five Ways To Use a Pole Barn

Tuesday, 08 September 2020 05:28

Ashley Johns

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Pole barns are an excellent building choice for a variety of uses. Many people often overlook the benefits of barns because they associate barns with agriculture and livestock. However, pole barns can be used for just about anything! At MQS Structures, where we build custom pole barns in Ohio, we see customers use their barns in different ways all the time. Here are just five ways to use a pole barn:

RV/Boat Storage

Pole barns are an ideal solution for storing large vehicles such as Recreational Vehicles and boats. Both of these vehicles are major investments and require extra care to keep them in good condition, and an insulated pole barn can do just that. Keeping RVs and boats in a barn will protect them from the elements when you aren’t using them and reduce your need to have to make major repairs. Check out our blog on storing an RV in a pole barn here.

Horse Barn

As you can likely assume, one of the more popular reasons for a pole barn is to serve as horse barns or agricultural buildings. Pole barns have been used to house horses and livestock for decades, and rightly so. They are excellent buildings to hold large animals along with feed, equipment, and tools for protection against Mother Nature.

Extra Storage

If you’re like many people in this world, you likely have a lot of stuff, and sometimes your living space doesn’t have enough room to store everything. Custom pole barns are an excellent solution for extra storage space needs because they can be built to your specificity. Read our blog on using agricultural buildings for storage here.

Garage

At MQS Structures, many of our custom pole barns are used to serve as a garage. Whether you want a simple one-door or two-door garage for your everyday car, or an oversized building to hold tractors and other large farming equipment, pole barns are the way to go.

Hobby Shop

Have a hobby that requires a lot of space? A pole barn can serve all your needs. Whether your hobby is woodworking, painting, or collecting vintage cars, pole buildings can be built to create the perfect space for your hobby.

Contact MQS Structures

From a place to park your RV to a dedicated space for whatever your hobby is, a pole barn is the solution you’ve been looking for. They can be used for practically anything you can think of! If you’re considering adding a barn on your property, we build agricultural buildings in Ohio. Request a quote from us by filling out our online form or calling us at 855-677-3334 today.

How to Store a Classic Car in a Pole Barn

Tuesday, 01 September 2020 05:17

Ashley Johns

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Winter is near, which means it’s time for car enthusiasts to prepare to store their prized possession in the garage until next spring. Because a classic car is a major investment, it requires extreme care to keep it in pristine condition. In addition to properly detailing it, draining fluids, and greasing joints, it’s also important that the car is kept in a safe place, such as a pole barn. If you have a post frame garage to store your vintage vehicle(s), make sure you know how to store a classic car in a pole barn properly.

Heated Storage Space

We all know what can happen to a car when it is constantly left in the elements. The paint fades, rust occurs, and ultraviolet rays can break down rubber, especially during the winter in the Midwest, where we experience rain, snow, and sleet. This is why storing a classic car in a post frame garage is essential.

However, just because the car may be in a garage doesn’t mean it is entirely safe from the elements. Cold temperatures in the garage can quickly wear on the car. To prevent your classic car from becoming weathered, our pole barn builders in Ohio suggest keeping your space heated. The heat will help prevent vinyl from expanding and contracting, meaning your car will stay in excellent condition.

Seal Openings

Rodents always somehow find a way inside garages during the winter. Because they love comfy spaces, they may opt for the inside of your vehicle’s air filter and exhaust system. To prevent them from finding these spaces, pole barn builders suggest stuffing them with steel wool.

Cover The Vehicle

Storing a classic car in a garage is the first step to protecting it from the elements, but covering it with a sheet adds an extra layer of necessary protection. Dust is the last thing you want on your precious vehicle. It will always help minimize how much cleaning and detailing you will need to do when you take the sheet off for the season.

Contact MQS Structures

For more tips on how to store a classic car in a pole barn, check out this article from Family Handyman. As you can see, detailing and greasing a classic car is crucial, but so is having a heated and ventilated post frame garage. If you want to make sure you have a smooth ride once winter passes, save time and money by investing in a post frame garage in Ohio from MQS Structures. Request a quote today!

What Size Should My Pole Barn Be?

Monday, 24 August 2020 06:52

Ashley Johns

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When you work with Amish barn builders in Ohio to construct a new pole barn on your property, the options are endless. And that includes the size of your barn! No matter how you intend to use your pole building, whether that is to store farming equipment or serve as a simple garage, a pole barn can be as big or as small as you want (with some restrictions of course). If this is your first pole barn, you may be asking the question, “What size should I build my pole barn?” To help you out, we’ve put together some tips to help you answer that question.

What Are You Using Your Barn For?

Majority of the time, when someone decides to build a pole barn, they have a good reason for doing so. Understanding what you plan to use your barn for is a good start to figuring out what size you want it to be. For example, if you are going to turn your pole barn into a man cave, a workshop, or a garage to store vehicles in, your barn doesn’t need to be as big as, say, a horse barn with an indoor arena.

What Does Your City Allow?

Sometimes the specific size barn you want isn’t allowed on your property due to zoning restrictions. Say you want a 60’ x 88’ x 16’ post frame garage in Ohio, be sure you check with your local zoning department to ensure that size is allowed. Depending on where you live, you may be restricted to specific barn sizes to comply with codes and regulations.

How Much Land Do You Have?

Not only will local regulations affect where you can place farm buildings in Ohio on your property, but how much available land you have is a factor as well. However, just because you have plenty of land to build a barn doesn’t always mean you are able to. This is why it’s crucial for you to check with local zoning restrictions, as you may only be able to build a certain distance from your property lines.

Consider Room For Expansion

Often times we find that people who purchase one of our custom pole barns wish they would have either made the barn bigger or left room for expansion. If you have a sufficient amount of land available, our custom horse barn builders in Ohio highly recommend you consider constructing your barn where there will be plenty of room to expand if you wish. Fortunately, post frame construction makes it very easy to add on and make modifications once it’s built.

For more information about our custom pole barns in Ohio or help determining the right size for your new barn, contact MQS Structures at 855-677-3334. You can also fill out our online form for a free quote.

Comparing Metal and Shingle Roofing on Pole Barns

Monday, 17 August 2020 07:38

Ashley Johns

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With a traditional home, you have a couple of options for roofing materials. The same goes when it comes to agricultural buildings in Ohio. Whatever material you choose ultimately depends on your personal preference and budget. In this article, we are going to be comparing metal and shingle roofing on pole barns and all the benefits of each.

Metal Roofs

The most common roofing material on custom pole barns in Ohio is metal, and there are many reasons why this material is beneficial. For one, metal roofs have an extremely long life expectancy and are maintenance-free. This means you don’t have to worry about your metal roof cracking, splitting, rotting, or curling, which is a significant benefit. Metal is also a much lighter material compared to others, yet it is still incredibly durable. It is resistant to the environment, pests, and biohazard growth. Lastly, metal roofs consist of high-quality steel and have proven to reduce energy costs due to its ability to release heat.

Shingle Roofs

Another popular roofing material among post frame buildings in Ohio is shingles. Shingles are a very easy material to install and are often found to be more visually appealing than metal. Because shingles are a common material on traditional homes, they are readily available at all times. Similar to metal, shingles are also easy to maintain. However, shingles are not considered a maintenance-free roofing material, as they can lose granule overtime. Shingles also do not last as long as a metal roof on a pole building in Ohio.

Which One Should You Choose?

As you can see, there are many benefits of both metal and shingle roofs on farm buildings in Ohio. Which one you choose ultimately boils down to your personal preference. Do you want a maintenance free roof? Then our pole barn builders in Ohio recommend going with metal. Do aesthetics matter to you? Do you want your barn to match the look of your home? Then going with a shingle roof may be your best bet. No matter which one you choose, both are great options.

Contact MQS Structures

For more information about our agricultural buildings in Ohio or to receive a price estimate, contact us today by calling 855-677-3334. You can also fill out our online form here and someone will reach out to you as soon as possible with an estimate. We look forward to designing and building your dream pole barn soon!

Pole Barn Codes and Regulations

Monday, 10 August 2020 06:26

Ashley Johns

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Constructing a pole building in Ohio is no different than constructing a traditional home when it comes to codes and regulations. Are you considering constructing a barn on your property? You need to follow a few pole barn codes and regulations to avoid getting in trouble.

Permits

Depending on where you live, you may have to obtain a permit before building any agricultural buildings on your land. For example, some cities and towns may restrict where you can and cannot build on a piece of land. Some setbacks may include distance from property lines, distance between buildings, height and width, etc. When working with Amish barn builders in Ohio, it’s important that you check to see if you need a permit to build. For instance, here at MQS Structures, we make it the customer’s responsibility to apply for a permit if it is required.

Zoning

Along with obtaining a permit, you also must determine if you are zoned to build farm buildings in Ohio. Zoning dictates building usage and position, setbacks, drainage, ordinances, frontage, etc. Checking with your local zoning board before breaking ground is crucial in order to build your barn properly.

Electricity

A few considerations must be made if you want to add electricity to post frame buildings. For example, how you intend to use your barn will determine how much energy will be required. How much amps will be used to power agricultural buildings will also determine where the energy will come from. By this, we mean you may be able to wire energy from your home’s service panel, or you may need to contact a local utility company to supply the energy. Any electrical work should be taken very seriously, as it is dangerous and challenging and requires a professional electrician.

As much of a hassle codes and regulations of pole barn buildings may be, they are in place for your safety and benefit. If you have any questions about how to go about complying with your town’s regulations, we are more than happy to discuss plans with you. However, you will eventually need to contact your local building department for specific questions.

Contact MQS Structures

If you’re ready to build a new pole barn, contact MQS Structures today! Our pole barn builders in Ohio are ready to help you design and construct the barn of your dreams. Request a quote from us through our online form or call us at 855-677-3334.