On December 16, 2010, I met 66-year-old dairy farmer Cyril Myren. He was sitting in an armchair in his house and could barely move. Four days earlier, he suffered two cracked ribs and lots of bruising when a portion of his two-year-old post-frame (pole barn) dairy freestall barn collapsed on top
When planning a new garage, the first big decision is often how to build it. Two common construction methods dominate the conversation: stick-frame and post-frame. Each has its strengths, and the best choice depends on your goals, your property, and what you want the garage to do. At Walters Buildings, we specialize
The short answer is yes, you can convert a pole barn into a residential home, but it requires careful planning, modifications, and adherence to building codes. Pole barns, known for their open floor plans, cost-efficiency, and durability, have become increasingly popular for residential conversions. However, transitioning from a barn-style building into a comfortable,
In the world of construction, where innovation meets practicality, the pole barn reigns supreme. At Walters Buildings, we have honed the art of designing and constructing post frame buildings for over 60 years, earning us a reputation as industry pioneers who consistently define excellence in craftsmanship and durability. A pole barn is more
We get asked all the time - "Is now a good time to build?" Our answer is always the same. Whether you are looking to build a house, garage, storage units or a commercial building, the best time to build is when you need a new building. With the current high price of
Walters Buildings has been expanding across the Midwest, USA since 1958. During that time we have met the building needs of tens of thousands of customers as the premier post-frame builder throughout our markets. Our growth over the past 60 years requires partnering with employees who have a passion for delivering a great building
The allure of post frame construction is its simplicity. But the genius of post frame construction is in its engineered design. While you can Build Your Own Pole Barn with a little practice and training – designing a pole barn is where the magic happens. A pole barn must be designed to meet
Depending on the size and features of your project, a basic pole barn will cost around $40,000 or up to $100,000 for a larger project. This price may vary during the course of the year as steel and lumber prices fluctuate. At Walters Building, we buy our lumber directly from the mills and roll our own
Most pole barns will cost between $5,000 and $8,000 to insulate. The costs to insulate a pole barn will depend on the size of the building, regional climate zones/energy codes and insulation type that you choose for your project. A smaller 30x40 pole barn will cost around $4,000 to insulate to code. Whereas a 40x60
Steel Building Colors We've come a long way since Henry Ford once said "Any color you like, so long as it is black!" Today, you can purchase steel panels for your post frame project in pretty much any color you desire. Walters Buildings proudly uses the BeckryTech Paint system from Becker Specialty
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