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Benefits of Using a Pole Barn as a Garage
Pole barns from JM Riehl Builders can be used for many different purposes. They’re generally used for farm storage, but one of the best ways to utilize your pole barn is to use it as a garage. Using a pole barn as a garage is a cost-effective, customizable alternative to traditional garage construction methods. It offers many advantages, including durability, versatility, budget-friendliness, and more. Below, we’ll explain the benefits of building a pole barn for a garage space.
Cost-Effective
Pole barns usually require fewer materials and labor to build, so they will be less expensive than building a garage traditionally. They don’t require a concrete foundation, which can be expensive. We dig posts into concrete footers, which require fewer materials and maintenance, making this an economical choice that can save you money in the long run. If you’re choosing not to have a concrete foundation, make sure your pole barn garage has a durable floor installed to support heavy vehicles.
Quicker Installation
A post-frame design can be installed quicker than traditional garage building methods, which is beneficial if you need a garage sooner rather than later. Our pole barns usually take 3-4 days to complete, depending on what features you want included, while traditional garages can take a few weeks to a month to build. Pole barns have a simple, straightforward construction process, especially if you’re not using a concrete floor, which can take a few weeks to fully cure. Our team will put foundation posts in the ground, then build the body of the pole barn within a few days.
Versatile Customization
Our pole barns can be customized to fit your needs. We can add overhead doors to make the structure a garage. With pole barn construction, you’ll have a wide open floor plan to create a versatile, customized garage with the features you need. You can opt for higher ceilings, attic trusses, stairs, insulation, ventilation, and more, depending on the structure’s purpose. This space can also have versatile uses, such as vehicle and RV storage, lawn equipment storage, or even a workshop for passion projects. The versatility of pole barn garages allows you to change the purpose of the structure when your needs change over time.
Durability
Pole barns are designed to be sturdy, low-maintenance, and withstand all weather conditions. They will protect your vehicles against strong winds, rain, and snow. The foundation is built into the ground for more structural stability. The laminated posts we use are resistant to splitting or cracking. If you’d rather not have wooden posts, we also offer Green Posts and Perma Columns that are highly durable. The structure itself uses 28-gauge steel siding and roofing for optimal performance. With our building process and continuous routine maintenance and cleaning, a pole barn garage can last for decades.
Energy-Efficiency
Pole barns are easier to insulate than a traditionally built garage, making them more energy efficient. The simple construction of the structure allows for easier, more effective insulation to regulate the temperature inside it. It’s ideal for protecting your vehicles from extreme weather, which is beneficial in Pennsylvania, where we get hot summers and cold winters. It will also lower your costs for any heating and cooling systems, reducing energy bills.
Custom Structures with JM Riehl
All in all, pole barn garages have many unique advantages. With lower costs, quicker installation times, energy-efficiency, and durability, these structures are great additions to any property. At JM Riehl Builders, we build custom pole barns for homeowners in Pennsylvania, whether they need it for storage, a garage, or an agricultural building. With the added benefit of complete versatility, we can fully customize a garage for you. We collaborate with the homeowner to give them a structure that meets their needs and complements the other buildings on their property. If you’re in need of a pole barn garage, contact us today by requesting a quote. Check out our inspiration gallery to see what we can do for you.
