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
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
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
There are a lot of different pole barn features and accessories to consider as you start your post frame project. At Walters Buildings, we custom design every building to ensure that we are meeting our clients expectations. That ensures that your dream building will only be limited by your own imagination. Our experienced District Managers
The term "Pole Barn" goes back to the Great Depression in the 1930's. American Farmers began to utilize old utility poles to help construct cost effective barns for their agricultural needs. After the stock market crash of 1929 and during the Dust Bowl of the early 1930's - Farmer's needed to adapt their
Building a pole barn is big job and should not be taken lightly. But with some careful planning, a little experience and the proper tools - it can be fast and economical way to add a permanent building to your property for storage, agriculture or even residential use. While often referred to as a "pole
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