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    Insulation of Pole Barn

    Also wondering how this went? We are also considering rockwool. Second to that about vapor barrier with rockwool, I don't think it's needed. My barn has housewrap so I hope that is an added benefit on top of the rw.
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    30x96x14 new pole barn!

    See in my eyes, that attic is just that an attic. I don't know the right way to do it yet... That area in the main living/kitchen area is 14ft height. That storage area above .. I don't plan on heating atleast not right now.. the pictures of that area prob look a bit confusing, but either way...
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    Roof Insulation Dilemma

    Nvm my post was regarding a diff scenario! Yours looks fun! 😂
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    Thinking Barn/house

    We built a 30×96×14 pole building and it will have about 1,200 sq ft of living space (barndo-style). It’s already used for our business, and the near-future plan is to build a separate house. That’ll just mean we can live right next to the shop/barndo… or in it, if my wife ever kicks me out. 😂...
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    Main feed electrical questions! Pole barn

    I'm using 2-1/2" and the township isn't very involved in what you do out here lol. Thanks though, appreciate the input!
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    Main feed electrical questions! Pole barn

    I have some options it seems. Anyone run 250mcm in 2-1/2 conduit? No issues? Aluminum feeder for 200a panel in the barn/ dwelling** 250/250/ 3/0 / #2 XHHW-2 --- 2-1/2 conduit any issues? 4/0 4/0 2/0 / #4 XHHW-2 --- 2-1/2 conduit fit easy. The price difference seems miniscule so I...
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    Main feed electrical questions! Pole barn

    This is the meter..I've been reading, should i upsize wire or is everyone convinced the 4/0 is fine?
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    Main feed electrical questions! Pole barn

    I love my township 😁 I will run it by a few guys I know but I appreciate all the input from you guys!
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    Main feed electrical questions! Pole barn

    No I'm not! I appreciate the input
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    Main feed electrical questions! Pole barn

    Ok I'll take a look. My quote for 4/0-4/0-4/0-2/0 WAKE FOREST QUADRUPLEX ALUMINUM CONDUCTOR UNDERGROUND DIRECT BURIAL 600V URD Was $876 for 185ft But I'll look into what you just said... If I don't need 2/0 ground
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    Main feed electrical questions! Pole barn

    Sorry about that! Thanks for moving it
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    Main feed electrical questions! Pole barn

    4/0-4/0-4/0-2/0 Aluminum Mobile Home Feeder Cable (per Foot) at Menards® https://www.menards.com/main/electrical/electrical-wire-cable/electrical-service-wire-cable/4-0-4-0-4-0-2-0-aluminum-mobile-home-feeder-cable-per-foot/3692075/p-1444422246168-c-1525874617506.htm This is already stranded...
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