Recent content by Travis87

:headscrat good catch. Haha. Yea, I was simply doing 8x3 in my head and that's where I got three but you are correct. Same with trusses.thats the kind of stuff when I sit down and figure everything I'll catch. Thanks

Yes. This is exactly my thinking. This isn't a very complex build. I looked at your building and that is basically what I want, just not as big. I'll probably use yours as a reference when I decide. Thanks for your input.

I still plan on calling a few places to get quotes and see where they fall out at. But, from research I've done online I'm thinking 6-7 grand for the building alone if I hire someone. The rough estimates I've done in my head out me around 4 grand if I do it. Once I get quotes I'll sit down and...

Thanks for the input. that confirms a lot my thoughts. Was on the fence about the 1x4's up top so I'll be safe and go 2x4. Going to start calling around to different truss companies to see pricing on those. Guess I'll budget 6. Will definitely be making sure dirt is compacted. Thanks again. This...

Well, I've been looking at prices online locally and I believe I can cut the cost by at least 35% by doing the work myself. I know sometimes it's better to let the professionals do it but if I can save money, a lot of times I'm willing to go at it myself. I do plan on calling around a few places...

Hey guys, new here but lurked for a while reading articles and posts here and there. Now, I'm hoping I can get some specific help. I'm planning a pole barn build. Planning on a 24x24x10 garage. I'm thinking 2 roll up doors and a side entry door. Trying to do this on a budget but don't want to go...